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What supplements work best taken together? Should you keep the little silica pack in the bottle? We answer all your most-asked questions. We all want to get the maximum benefit from our supplements. To help you do just that, we compiled the questions you’ve asked most frequently and harnessed the knowledge of Sam Russo, ND, Read More
Natural ways to ease arthritis pain and inflammation The first thing I think of when I think of arthritis is pain. And the first thing I think of when I think of pain—whether it’s due to arthritis or not—is inflammation. In fact, arthritis is simply inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by swelling, stiffness, and Read More
Get your zzz’s without scary side effects Insomnia. 60 million Americans suffer from it, And there’s a disturbing trend: many are turning to prescription medications to help them fall asleep. But prescription sleep aids, such as the widely prescribed Ambien, have some serious side effects—including an increased risk of cancer and even death, according to Read More
Discover the potent antioxidant with multiple benefits Lipoic acid, also known as alpha-lipoic acid or thioctic acid, is a potent antioxidant with numerous roles in biology and health. Lester Packer, PhD, of the University of Southern California, has described lipoic acid as the “universal antioxidant” because of it myriad activities. The body converts some lipoic Read More
Whether you’re hiking remote trails or exploring urban treasures, the right backpack snacks will give you plenty of energy to enjoy the sights and keep you in top shape. These portable picks are easy to pack, stay fresh, and won’t weigh you down. Energy Boosting Drink Mixes For an energy boost without caffeine jitters, look Read More
Eastern Wisdom: Japanese secrets to living longer and better We all do it. Age, that is. Every one of us is older now than we were when we started this sentence. Aging is an inevitable process. However, how we experience aging is variable and individual. One culture from which we can learn much about healthy Read More
Natural nourishment for hair, skin, and nails Oil is the new all-over beauty treatment. Derived from nuts, berries, leaves, and herbs sourced from the far corners of the earth, oils are ideal for those times when your hair, skin, and nails crave moisture and more. Treatment oils are packed with essential nutrients to repair, nourish, Read More
Fresher breath and healthier teeth and gums for your dog Bad breath can plague dogs, too, and (as in humans), is usually a sign of tartar build-up or gum disease. Good dental care is important. Make sure your pet gets high-quality food, hard chew toys (they help keep teeth clean through chewing action), and products Read More
Whether you’re packing a picnic, brown-bagging it, or just lunching at home, these fresh and healthy sandwich creations will wake up your taste buds Ever since John Montagu, the Fourth Earl of Sandwich, unwittingly created it, the sandwich has been a beloved lunchtime favorite around the world. Easy to tote, versatile, and with the potential Read More
14 ways to fight depression naturally It’s so widespread that doctors and researchers have dubbed depression “the common cold of mental illness.” Yet in spite of its frequent manifestations, few good treatments have emerged. “Simply put, most people who are depressed have something wrong with their brain chemistry,” says William Walsh, PhD, a leading brain Read More
