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Here you will find the latest on alternative health news, natural herbal remedies, and vitamin therapy, many written by our nutritional experts, Dr. Gary Gendron and Dr. Karen Yale. Both doctors are Chiropractic physicians who are specialists in natural healing and hold numerous advanced degrees and specializations.

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Why All the Buzz About Omega-3 Fish Oil
Why the buzz about Omega 3 fish oil? by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. In recent years there's been a lot of talk about the health benefits of essential fatty acids. In the 1... More...
8 Herbs to Rev Up Romance
8 Herbs to Rev Up Romance Most health care practicioners agree that a satisfying sex life is important to your overall well being. Yet for many of us, whether it's daily stress, aging, or medicati... More...
10 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism Naturally
10 Ways to Boost Metabolism, Naturally by Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. My patients often attribute their weight gain to slow metabolism, thinking there's not much they can do a... More...
Top 3 Ways to Clobber Cholesterol
Top 3 Ways to Clobber Cholesterol by Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. September is National Cholesterol Education Month. And although we hear a lot about it, many of us may not und... More...
Natural Help for Hair Loss
Natural Help for Hair Loss by Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. Whether it's due to heredity, medications, hormones, or stress, hair loss can affect men and women alike. And althoug... More...
What is Resveratrol?
Why Red Wine is Good for You by Dr. Gary Gendron,  D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. Even with their rich, high fat diet, the French have much lower cholesterol and healthier hearts tha... More...
Top 10 Anti-Aging Nutrients
Top 10 Anti-Aging Nutrients A strong anti-aging program requires supplementing with antioxidants, as well as replacing nutrients that your body no longer produces in adequate amounts. The analogy... More...
Top 10 Herbal Remedies to Save You Money
Top 10 Herbal Remedies to Save You Money By Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N.   It's no wonder vitamin sales are up. With the tight economy we're trying to stay healthy in orde... More...
Natural Remedies for Athlete's Foot
Natural Remedies for Athlete's Foot Summer weather means open-toed shoes and more focus on your feet. Athlete's Foot is one of the most common foot conditions. Athlete's foot is a fungal infectio... More...
Indiana Botanic Gardens Celebrates 99 Years of Keeping America Healthy with Natural Herbal Remedies
Indiana Botanic Gardens Celebrates 99 Years of Keeping America Healthy with Natural Herbal Remedies Hobart, IN December 28, 2008 -- Founded in 1910 in a small cottage in the rear of Joseph Meyer's... More...
Antioxidants and Immune System
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What you can do to strengthen your immune response
What you can do to strengthen your immune response by Lucy Nurek, Ph.D. Balance your diet and exercise regularly.Regular moderate physical activity is beneficial; evidence shows that exercise ha... More...
Nutritional Supplements to boost your immune system
Nutritional Supplements to boost your immune system by Lucy Nurek, Ph.D. EchinaceaEchinacea purpurea (and other species) has long been used effectively to treat infections. It contains a diverse r... More...
Nourish Your Immune System for a Lifetime of Good Health
Nourish Your Immune System for a Lifetime of Good Health By Lucy Nurek, Ph.D. The world around us contains a hostile army of microorganisms. An assortment of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasite... More...
The Health Benefits of Antioxidants
The Health Benefits of Antioxidants A recent Harvard Health Newsletter reported on over a dozen studies on 100-year old people, and concluded that, “vitamin-rich blood may both strengthen t... More...
Top 10 Natural Anti-Aging Supplements
Top 10 Natural Anti-Aging Supplements A strong anti-aging program requires supplementing with antioxidants, as well as replacing nutrients that your body no longer produces in adequate amounts. T... More...
Top 10 Antioxidants for a Fit Mind and Body
Top 10 Antioxidants for a Fit Mind and Body The following top 10 antioxidants are great for keeping your mind and body fit. Vitamin C - Mother Nature in a tablet. Nurtures and protects cells lik... More...
What is ORAC Rating or ORAC Value?
What is ORAC Rating or ORAC Value? Trying to measure the value of your antioxidants? Check the ORAC Value of your favorites. ORAC stands for "oxygen radical absorbance capacity." The higher the O... More...
10 Ways You'll Feel Better with Acai
10 Ways You'll Feel Better with Acai by Dr. Karen Yale - B.A., D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N What is Acai? Acai is a berry from a palm tree that grows naturally in the Amazon region. Of particular inter... More...
What Are Free Radicals?
What Are Free Radicals? By Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P, C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N   If you're confused by all the talk about free radicals and antioxidants you're not alone. So are my patients. I... More...
Aromatherapy
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Your Nose Knows the Way to Good Health
Your nose knows the way to good health by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. It's smack dab in the middle of your face, its prominence implying there's more to it than you'd thin... More...
Essential Oils enhance life - and health
Essential Oils enhance life - and health by Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. If you've walked past a burning lavender-scented candle and felt peaceful, or the aroma of lilies evoke... More...
Essential Oil User Guidelines – A Common Scents Guide
Essential Oil User Guidelines - A Common Scents Guide Lilac. Lavender. Orange. These aromas sound...and smell harmless enough, but essential oils are highly concentrated and potent, so be sure to ... More...
Aromatherapy Recipes to Make at Home
Aromatherapy Recipes to Make at Home Creating your own aromatherapy recipes can be as simple as adding a few drops to your current cleansers, lotions, and shampoos, or you can create a custom blen... More...
Beauty Care
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The 6 Biggest Summer Skin Blunders
6 Biggest Summer Skin Blunders by Karen Yale, D.C. C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N, F.I.A.M.A. We all tend to get more relaxed about a lot of things in the summer, including our skin care regimen. But now is ... More...
Suffering from Hair Loss? It Could be a Vitamin Deficiency
Suffering from Hair Loss? It Could be a Vitamin Deficiency Vitamins and minerals can promote healthy hair growth. Like the rest of your body, your hair needs essential nutrients to stay healthy... More...
Vitamin K Eye Cream for Dark Circles Under Your Eyes
Vitamin K Eye Cream for Dark Circles Under Your Eyes Plagued by dark eye circles or skin discoloration? Before you reach for another cover-up, try a fix-up instead! Dark circles under your eyes... More...
Natural Body Deodorants
Natural Body Deodorants Concerned about the chemicals in deodorants? Do you have sensitive skin? Fragrances bother you? You may want to try natural deodorants and avoid the harsh ingredients th... More...
Herbal Care for Teeth and Gums
Herbal Care for Teeth and Gums Healthy teeth and gums are an important component of overall wellness. These popular herbal products will promote healthier teeth and gums.   Clove Oil is ... More...
Squalane Skin Care
Squalane for Skin Care Squalane is used in some of the world’s most expensive cosmetics, and is a great solution to dry, cracked skin that can occur in weather extremes. There are two mai... More...
Bone & Joint Care
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3 Easy Ways to Back Pain Relief
3 Easy Ways to Back Pain Relief by Leigh A. Zaykoski Lower back pain can take the spring out of your step with aches and pains and even affect other areas of your body. Learning how to relieve... More...
Symptoms of Uric Acid Build Up
Symptoms of Uric Acid Build Up Uric acid is produced from the breakdown of your body's cells and from the food you eat. Excessive uric acid is often a sign that your kidneys aren't cleansing your... More...
The Secret to Pain-Free Joints
The Secret to Pain-Free Joints Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. It was bound to happen. After all the softball games, stair climbing and walk-a-thons, your joints are simpl... More...
Osteoporosis and the Importance of Bone Density Scans
Osteoporosis and the Importance of Bone Density Scans In the United States alone, 25 million people, 80% of them women, suffer from osteoporosis, which means "porous bones." It's a progressive ... More...
Comfrey May Improve Back Pain
Comfrey May Improve Back Pain Natural Standard: News - An ointment made from comfrey root extract may significantly reduce acute upper and lower back pain, according to a new study published in th... More...
Brain, Memory & Mental Health
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Aging - Get the Facts
Aging - Get the Facts by Dr. Lucy Nurek Each of us has some personal experience with human aging and the overriding impression is that aging is the result of some fundamental and unchangeable prop... More...
Aging and Memory
Aging and Memory by Dr. Lucy Nurek   One of the key concerns of older adults is the experience of memory loss. A frequent complaint of older adults is that thoughts are fleeting - they cannot... More...
5 Ways to Stay Mentally Sharp
5 Ways to Stay Mentally Sharp It's true! As you get older, you do get wiser. Thanks to your years of experience, your ability to make decisions can improve and your expertise in certain areas gro... More...
Cholesterol
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Blueberries for Cholesterol
Blueberries for Cholesterol A diet rich in blueberries may help reduce cholesterol levels, a new study suggests. High cholesterol, or hypercholesterolemia, is a condition in which there are unhea... More...
CoQ10 and Heart Health
CoQ10 and Heart Health By Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. It's about the size of both fists. It pumps your 6 quarts of blood through your entire body three times every minu... More...
Cayenne for Healthy Cholesterol
Cayenne for Healthy Cholesterol By Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P, C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N.   Ready to add some spice your health regimen? Try some Cayenne Pepper. Cayenne has a long history of us... More...
Natural Cholesterol Reducers
Natural Cholesterol Reducers By Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N If your cholesterol really gets out of control, you often have no way of knowing and you could suffer a serious... More...
Digestion & Cleansing
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Beat Bloating the Natural Way
Beat Bloating the Natural Way by Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. You know the feeling. Your pants are tight. Your belly swollen. Your intestines grumble. Gas and bloating are ex... More...
Caution: Don’t Be a Victim of Toxic Overload
Caution: Don’t Be a Victim of Toxic Overload By Dr. Karen Yale D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. Every day we are bombarded by toxins. We eat them. We drink them. We inhale them. We e... More...
4 Health Benefits of Probiotics
Four Ways Probiotics Help You By Dr. Karen Yale D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A.Gas. Diarrhea. Bloating. Constipation. If this sounds like you, you’re far from alone. Millions of Americ... More...
Ultimate Colon Cleanse Guide
The Ultimate Colon Cleanse Guide by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. Imagine if when you took your garbage out, you left most of it on the front porch. Only a couple crumpled... More...
Relieving Constipation Naturally
Relieving Constipation Naturally Poor diet and stress can lead to irregular bowel movements and an uncomfortable, bloated feeling. If you suffer from constipation chronically, you should consul... More...
Benefits of Natural Fiber Diets
Benefits of Natural Fiber Diets by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., F.I.A.M.A. Fiber is found in many foods and encourages health because it incorporates water, increases fecal bulk, an... More...
Body Detoxification Program and Products
Body Detoxification Program and Products by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. Skip the closet cleaning! Ditch the drawer de-cluttering! Spring time is the perfect time to cl... More...
What is Dandelion Root?
What is Dandelion Root? As the familiar bright yellow heads start to pop up in your lawn this spring, you may want to rethink the value of this backyard "blight" known as the dandelion. Dandeli... More...
Gas Relief Home Remedies
Gas Relief Home Remedies Holiday celebrations often revolve around foods, and so many of us eat more food and more rich foods and sweets during the holidays. If you're suffering from holiday bl... More...
New Risks of Toxins Harming Your Colon
New Risks of Toxins Harming Your Colon by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A.   March is Colorectal Awareness Month, the time we turn our attention to this often neglected... More...
Essential Fatty Acids
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Flaxseed Facts: For Your Good Health
Flaxseed Facts, Tips & Suggestions for Your Good Health Adding the benefits of Flaxseed to your family's diet has never been more convenient. It can easily be incorporated into meals or baking... More...
How Some Fat Can Help Your Diet
How Some Fat Can Help Your Diet By Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B., F.I.A.M.A. You know that one of the best things you can do for your body is to lose weight. Exercise (just a 30-min... More...
Can Fish Help Prevent Childhood Eczema?
Can Fish Help Prevent Childhood Eczema? According to a recent study, infants who are fed fish may have a lower risk of developing eczema, an allergic skin disease, in early childhood.The research... More...
Omega 3s: Fish vs. Supplements
Omega 3s: Fish vs. Supplements A new study found that fish and dietary supplements are equivalent sources of the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).Previous studies have suggested that... More...
More Omega 3 Benefits
More Omega 3 Benefits Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil and flax seed, are touted as heart-healthy and great for joint health. They also may have benefits for your vision health. A new study ... More...
Hearing Health
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Types of Hearing Loss
Types of Hearing Loss by Dr. Lucy Nurek Depending on what part of the auditory system is damaged, hearing loss can be categorized into three basic types: conductive, sensorineural, and mixed hea... More...
What Supplements Protect Hearing?
What Supplements Protect Hearing? by Dr. Lucy Nurek Diet may possibly play an important role in age-related hearing loss. The following supplements and nutrients may help protect your hearing. ... More...
Natural Supplements for Adult Hearing Loss
Natural Supplements for Adult Hearing Loss Good nutrition affects every part of our body and new research points to Folic Acid and Vitamin B-12 as important nutrients to protect against age-rel... More...
How the Ear Works
How the Ear Works by Dr. Lucy Nurek   Sound waves are first collected by the outer ear, that works like a funnel and sends them through the ear canal toward the eardrum. The eardrum is a t... More...
Structure of the Ear
Structure of the Ear by Dr. Lucy Nurek The human ear is an engineering marvel. It contains receptors for sound waves and also receptors for equilibrium. The hearing apparatus allows us to hear a... More...
Herbal Tea Benefits
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6 Healthy Reasons to Drink Tea
6 Healthy Reasons to Drink Tea Tea is second only to water in worldwide consumption. While most people drink it for the flavor, over the last few years scientists have discovered that drinking te... More...
Tranquility in a Cup
Herbal Tea: Tranquility in a Cup Stressed over the holidays, or just stressed about life in general? Many herbs have soothing qualities, and one of my favorite ways to unwind is with a cup of her... More...
Green Tea and Weight Loss
Green Tea and Weight Loss Whether you're starting a new diet, or trying to jump-start your weight loss efforts, you may want to include Green Tea as part of your daily intake. Due to its hi... More...
Frequently Asked Questions About Tea
Frequently Asked Questions About Tea Q: What's the difference between green, black, white and oolong tea?A: Green, black, white and oolong tea all come from the same source: the camellia sinensis... More...
Benefits of Drinking White Tea
Benefits of Drinking White Tea Because white tea is the least processed of all teas, it's sometimes considered to contain greater, natural health benefits.  White tea is not rolled and is on... More...
Why Yerba Mate Tea is Better than Coffee
Why Yerba Mate Tea is Better than Coffee If you're looking for a tasty wake-me-up alternative to morning coffee fix, try a mug of Yerba Mate Tea. This South American treat can stimulate your mi... More...
9 Ways Black Tea Boosts Your Health
9 Ways Black Tea Boosts Your Health "English tea" or black tea is part of the daily ritual of millions of people worldwide. Of the four types of tea that come from the camellia sinensis plant - ... More...
Heart Health
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Top 5 Supplements for Heart Health
Top 5 Supplements for Heart Health --- Co-Enzyme Q10. This valuable nutrient ignites energy in every cell, and is found in great amounts in a healthy heart. Unfortunately, levels of it decrease... More...
Benefits of CoQ10
What are the benefits of CoQ10? Why is CoEnzyme Q-10 (CoQ-10) considered by many health experts to be the ultimate anti-aging supplement? Perhaps because of its versatility. CoQ-10 provides ant... More...
Benefits of Resveratrol
What are the benefits of Resveratrol? Even with their rich, high fat diets, the French have much lower cholesterol and healthier hearts than we do. The moderate consumption of red wine has been... More...
Nattokinase the Japanese Way to a Healthier Heart
Nattokinase the Japanese Way to a Healthier Heart Natto is a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans, traditionally eaten at breakfast. Nattokinase has helped the Japanese maintain... More...
Top 10 Ways to Lower Blood Pressure without Medication
Top 10 Ways to Lower Blood Pressure without Medication The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute warns that high blood pressure increases your risk for getting heart disease, stroke, or kid... More...
Holiday Heart Health Tips
Holiday Heart Tips Before you start making merry and jingling those bells, you might want to go easy. When it comes to your heart, December and January are the deadliest months. Starting at Th... More...
You Gotta Have Heart (Health)
You Gotta Have Heart (Health) by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N It's about the size of both fists. It pumps your 6 quarts of blood through your entire body three times e... More...
AHA: Omega-6 Beneficial for Heart Health
AHA: Omega-6 Beneficial for Heart Health Natural Standard: News - The American Heart Association (AHA) released a new science advisory recommending that at least 5-10 percent of daily calories co... More...
Homeopathy
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Homeopathy 101
Homeopathy 101 by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A.   Homeopathy in a nutshell: Non-toxic, holistic medical system Treats common health conditions Natural i... More...
More Patients Turning to Homeopathic Solutions
More Patients Turning to Homeopathic Solutions by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N.   Whether it's due to rising health care costs or a desire to lead a more natural life, ... More...
Chart of Homeopathic Dosages
Chart of Homeopathic Dosages Use the following chart to decipher homeopathic remedies. Remember, the dilutant is usually distilled water or ethyl alcohol.   Roman Numeral Dilution Exa... More...
Men's Health News
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Best Food for Good Prostate Health
Best Foods for Prostate Health by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. Half of all men over the age of 50 will experience prostate problems sometime in their life. But the good... More...
Best Multi Vitamins for Men
Best Vitamins for Men Author: Leigh A. Zaykoski Men need many vitamins and minerals to keep their health in top shape and to aid in the function of many body processes. If a man's diet is... More...
Saw Palmetto - Does it Work?
Does Saw Palmetto Work? With a history that can be traced back to the Mayans and Seminoles, Saw palmetto (serenoa repens), has been used as a tonic, cleanser, and stamina-builder for centuries.... More...
Men Over 40: Be Aware of Prostate Health
Men Over 40: Be Aware of Prostate Health By Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P, C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. "Out of sight, out of mind" – that's how most men feel about their prostate. Yet 67% of ... More...
Top 10 Health Mistakes Men Make
Top 10 Health Mistakes Men Make by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. It’s no secret that men hate going to the doctor. It’s also no secret that early detection s... More...
Top 6 Questions About a Prostate Exam
Top 6 Questions About a Prostate Exam What is the prostate? The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system. When healthy, it’s about the size and shape of a walnut and weigh... More...
Prostate Self Exam
Prostate Self Exam by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. Simply answer yes or no on this “self-test” to find out…1.    Is your urinary stream ... More...
Vision News
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Lutein, Zeaxanthin for Healthy Eyes
Lutein, Zeaxanthin for Healthy Eyes Supplementation with the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin could boost eye health, a new study reports.Researchers from the University of Georgia, Athens, GA, ... More...
Importance of Regular Eye Exams
Importance of Regular Eye Exams About 80 percent of all our sensory information comes from our eyes. Our vision is extremely important to live life to its fullest…and to live it independen... More...
13 Most Common Causes to Midlife Vision Problems
13 Most Common Causes to Midlife Vision Problems by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. In the time it takes you to read this sentence, someone in the world will go blind. Sca... More...
17 Best Vitamins for Vision
17 Best Vitamins for Vision by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. We buy insurance for our cars and our home, but when it comes to our vision, many of us trust our luck. Tha... More...
What Is Age Related Macular Degeneration and What Can I do About It?
What Is Age Related Macular Degeneration and What Can I do About It? Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N.Age related macular degeneration (AMD) is a multifactorial disease and a w... More...
Cataracts – Causes, Risks & Precautions
Cataracts – Causes, Risks & Precautions By Dr. Karen Yale D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A.A cataract, meaning “waterfall,” is the clouding of the lens. People with catar... More...
Vitamins & Minerals
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All About Minerals
All About Minerals You may recall from your science class that minerals originate in the earth. Your body cannot produce a single one; they must be obtained from your diet. Yet minerals are essent... More...
What is the difference between Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3?
What's the difference between Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3? by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. Vitamin D has been getting a lot of attention lately. Since the rise in the use of ... More...
Best Multivitamins for Men and Women
Best Multivitamins for Men and Women by Leigh A. Zaykoski Choosing a multivitamin from the hundreds of brands and types available can be a difficult task. There are vitamins for women, vitamins f... More...
Advantages of Vitamin Liquid Extracts
What are the advantages of Liquid Extracts? If you avoid taking vitamins because pills are so hard to swallow, you may want to consider getting your supplements in Liquid Extract form. This form ... More...
Fruits and Vegetables for Iron
Fruits and Vegetables for Iron Fruits and vegetables may enhance iron status, a new study suggests.  Researchers from France explained that dietary fruits and vegetables may enhance iron stat... More...
Weight Loss & Diet
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Top 10 Weight Loss Nutrients
Top 10 Weight Loss Nutrients by Dr. Karen Yale - D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N, F.I.A.M.A   If you’re struggling with your weight, you have lots of company. In fact, 66 percent of all Ame... More...
The Secret Cause of Stubborn Fat
The Secret Cause of Stubborn Fat by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N Ever feel frustrated by doing all the "right things" but still can't control your weight? Imagine one easy... More...
Green Tea as a Fat Burner
Green Tea as a Fat Burner Whether you're starting a new diet, or trying to jump-start your weight loss efforts, you may want to include Green Tea as part of your daily intake. Due to its high ... More...
Are You Making These 7 Dieting Mistakes?
Are You Making These 7 Dieting Mistakes? by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. You've started a new diet. You've been good all week, making sensible meals, managing your portion... More...
What is Glucomannan?
What is Glucomannan? by Dr. Karen Yale, D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. It’s a fact that most Americans don’t get enough fiber in their diet. Our lifestyle of eating processed fo... More...
Risks of a Low Carb Diet
What are the risks of a Low Carb Diet We know that low carb dieting works, but did you know that nutritional supplements can help it work better? First the basics on low-carb dieting.   Q: W... More...
Natural Treatments for Cellulite
Natural Treatments for Cellulite Summer is a wonderful time to spend with friends and relatives. Great events, parties, social gatherings, and food, food, food and food! And then the cellulite ap... More...
Signs and Symptoms of Thyroid Problems
Signs and Symptoms of Thyroid Problems A butterfly-shaped gland, the thyroid rests at the base of your neck, just below your voice box. It secretes about a teaspoon of hormones per year, includ... More...
Natural Supplements and Vitamins for Your Thyroid
Natural Supplements and Vitamins for Your Thyroid A healthy thyroid is responsible for your respiratory system, skin, energy, mental state, digestive system, weight gain or loss, sleep patterns a... More...
The Benefits of Calcium - Beyond Bones and Teeth
The Benefits of Calcium - Beyond Bones and Teeth Calcium, the most abundant mineral in the earth’s crust-and in the human body-is most concentrated in bones and teeth. Besides growing stron... More...
Foods that Speed Metabolism
Foods that Speed Metabolism Dr. Gary Gendron D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N.  “I’m exercising and counting calories, but the weight just won’t come off.” I hear th... More...
Women's Health News
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Natural Remedies for Menopause
Natural Remedies for Menopause Mood swings...Hot flashes...Night sweats...Sound familiar? Menopause can bring an array of disruptive, unpleasant changes that affect your mind, body and spirit. ... More...
8 Important Vitamins for Women
8 Important Vitamins for Women by Leigh A. Zaykoski Women have special nutritional needs that may not be met by their diets. In today's world of fast food and meals on the go, it is important ... More...
Benefits of Soy
Benefits of Soy April is National Soy Foods Month, and it's a good time to look at the many benefits of this versatile vegetable. Soybeans were widely used in Asia and have gained wider accepta... More...
Wear Red for National Woman's Heart Day
Wear Red for Women's Heart Day The third Friday of February is National Woman's Heart Day. Designed to raise awareness of heart disease in women, Heart Day is a chance to assess your own risk f... More...
Managing Menopause
Managing Menopause Menopause is the cessation of the monthly female menstrual cycle. Women who have not had a menstrual period for a year are considered postmenopausal. Most commonly, menopause ... More...
Other Natural Health Topics
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Reverse Nutrient Depletion from Prescription and OTC Drugs
Reverse Nutrient Depletion from Prescription and OTC Drugs If you take prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs on a regular basis, you may be depleting your body of important nutrients. I... More...
Give Your Supplements Time to Work
Give Your Supplements Time to Work With technology allowing us to get the information we want immediately, with a simple push of a button, it's easy to expect fast results in every area of our li... More...
Why Not Go Green with Green Foods?
Why Not Go Green with Foods You've heard of Green Foods and the value they bring to the diet, but what does that mean? Green Foods are not just foods that are green in color. Green Foods are ha... More...
Top 10 Reasons to Use Aloe Vera
Top 10 Reasons to Use Aloe Vera By Dr. Karen Yale D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A.   If you’re like a lot of people, you may have an aloe vera plant in your house right now. Ex... More...
Bright Spot in the Economy: Herbal Remedies from Botanic Choice Now More Popular than Ever
Bright Spot in the Economy: Herbal Remedies from Botanic Choice Now More Popular than Ever Hobart, IN March 13, 2009 -- Despite the nationwide economic downturn, business is booming at Indiana Bo... More...
Seasonal Affective Disorder
How Can I Fight the Winter Blues? by Dr. Karen Yale D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. If you’re feeling blue during the winter months, you’re not alone. A cold, dark winter tr... More...
Stop Seasonal Sneezing Naturally
Stop Seasonal Sneezing, Naturally By Dr. Karen Yale D.C., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N., F.I.A.M.A. May is National Breathe Easy Month and for a lot of folks, breathing's not all that easy, especially this... More...
Protect Your Immune System Now
Protect Your Immune System Now Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N. With all the recent health news lately, you may be getting worried about how to protect yourself. Here are the... More...
20 Tips for Earth Day and Natural Health
20 Tips for Earth Day and Natural Health by Dr. Gary Gendron, D.C., C.C.S.P., C.C.N., D.A.C.B.N.   What began as a grassroots movement in 1970 has now become a worldwide initiative, observ... More...
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