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Probiotics and high blood pressure
Many people take probiotics (good bacteria) for digestive issues such as IBS or bloating etc. Did you know that probiotics has other health benefits? New study published in July 2014 in Hypertension suggests that consumption of multiple strains of probiotics … Continue reading
Posted in Cardiovascular Health, Digestive Health, General Health
Tagged Hypertension, probiotics
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Toxins Associated with Diabetes and Obesity
We hear about how environmental toxins may contribute to cancer, Parkinsons‘s or Alzheimer‘s. A recent study published in Diabetes Care, July issue, found that there is a link between persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and diabetes. POPs includes pesticides and polychlorinated … Continue reading
Is your bed making you sick?
I love to travel and in all my years of traveling, I experienced bed bug in 2 occasions. I am sure that many travelers have experienced the constant itchiness from bed bug. Recently, I have learned that you can significantly … Continue reading
Posted in General Health, Uncategorized
Tagged Bed Bug, bed sheet, Evan Pleet, interior designer, pillow cover, silver, silver bed sheet, silver lining, silver pillow
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What is colonic hydrotherapy?
I often hear about colonic therapy. I have heard patients who tried it and found it very helpful to them, but I really didn’t know much about it. Recently, I met, Karryn, who is colonic therapist with 20 years of … Continue reading
Winter to Spring – Awakening the Sleeping Mold
Spring is officially here now. You may start thinking about spring cleaning. This week’s guest blogger is a certified home and mold inspector, Robert Kin. Can you feel it? The birds are chirping, the sun shines longer providing warmth and … Continue reading
It’s All In Your Genes!
As granny used to say to explain your behaviour, “It’s in your genes, and there’s nothing you can do about it.” Well, granny was only half right. There is something you can do about it – change your lifestyle. Medical … Continue reading
Pesticides And Parkinson’s Disease
I published a blog on Pesticides and Alzheimer’s in mid February. Now there is another new study indicates exposure to pesticides might increase the risk for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The study, published in the February 4, 2014, issue of Neurology, … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health, Uncategorized
Tagged dirty dozen, Neurology, organic pesticides, Parkinson's, Pesticides, rotenone
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Sex, Steroids and Exercising
More and more men are using testosterone supplements in the hope of improving their strength, energy, and sexual performance. However, many testosterone supplements are not only unnecessary but there is mounting evidence concerning side effects associated with the use of … Continue reading
Pesticides And Alzheimer’s
We know that pesticides or insecticide are harmful to the human body, but to what extent? A new study finds that serum levels of a pesticide metabolite are associated with increased risk for a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Until … Continue reading
Seven Ways to Improve Your Relationship
Valentine’s Day is around the corner. What are you doing for your loved one? Here are some tips from Psychotherapist and Life Coach, Valerie Smith . If you and your partner can follow these 7 steps, everyday would become Valentine’s. … Continue reading
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