Acai (ah-si-ee) berry fruit is native to South America, Belize, Brazil, and Peru. These little earthy flavored berries are packed with nutrition. You may be curious about how healthy they are for you. And, you’ll be fascinated to learn the emerging science that explains what happens to your body if you incorporate acai into your
Healthy fats should be an important part of your diet. Although your body can’t make them, fatty acids are especially important for good health. These fats must come from food or supplements. You may wonder if you’re getting enough fatty acids in our diet. Could you have a fatty acid deficiency and not know it?
Lower back pain is a significant concern that plagues many an American. It’s so commonplace that it’s often used as a joke on TV shows and other comedic media. It’s very likely that you know someone who deals with back pain – or that you do, yourself! Whether it’s chronic back pain over a prolonged
Neuropathy occurs due to damage of the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, causing weakness and pain in the hands, feet, and other parts of the body. Also called peripheral neuropathy, this condition disrupts the normal functioning of the nerves, causing them to send pain signals at inappropriate times. For instance, they might send
If you’ve ever wandered through a country meadow, you were probably entranced with the stunning display of seasonal wildflowers. Some of these lovely ladies of the field are classified as weeds, but you’d never know by looking. In addition to colorful blossoms, they might also have thorns or sharp leaves, like milk thistle. What is
Are you trying to find a natural therapy that works better than medicine for UTI? Urinary tract infections or UTIs are one of the most common types of bacterial infections among women. During a woman’s life, it’s estimated that fifty percent will experience these infections. The most common course of treatment is antibiotics. The problem
They say that once you learn how to ride a bicycle, you will never forget. Remember when you got your first bike and how excited you were when you could finally ride it without the training wheels? Bike riding promotes good coordination and is a healthy exercise enjoyed by children and adults alike. Throughout Europe,
Did you know that there’s a fungus among us? More precisely, scientists believe that there are over five billion fungi species, some of them causing illness and disease. Fungal infections, or thrush, are common in children and adults and can be internal or external. One of the most common fungal infections in children and adults
During the cold and flu season, it’s common to have both sinus pressure and nasal congestion. Thankfully, you don’t have to settle for an over-the-counter decongestant that will make you jittery, cause you drowsiness, and make you feel like your head is shriveling up like a raisin. Using herbal and homemade decongestants can be just
Have you ever joked about how everything you eat goes straight to your thighs? If you have, you’re certainly not alone. Plenty of people complain about the excess fat around their thighs. Thick thighs aren’t necessarily a bad thing. However, thigh fat can be challenging to slim down if you do want to get rid