Herbs
The Truth Behind Stevia Based Sweeteners
In 2007 the FDA banned the use of Stevia as a food additive (or sweetener); yet new Stevia-based “sweetener” products continue to pop up on grocery store shelves nationwide. How can this be? The most likely answer—the FDA is caving into pressure from artificial sweetener manufacturers who fear they will lose their empire in the... »
Mind Your Minerals for Better Health
by Steven Horne, RH(AHG) When we think of health, we usually don’t think of dirt. But dirt, or soil, is the primary factor in maintaining our nutritional health because all of our food comes from the earth. Since our bodies are literally composed of the “dust of the earth,” meaning minerals, healthy bodies... »
Flu Season Survival
by Kim Wellborn I have been inundated with calls about the fear of flu; my feelings about flu are no different this year than any other! (For my views on flu vaccines see the Q&A section of my website). It’s true that this year the media has emphasized that several children have died, but we... »
Anger and Liver Chi, what do they have in common?
I’ve always been intrigued by the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) philosophy and I’ve also had great results from therapies that use these philosophies. These therapies have ranged anywhere from foods I eat to acupuncture and herbal remedies. However, one of the most challenging aspects of TCM is that for many westerners it is tough... »
Herbs: Dandelion
Dandelion-is a member of the sunflower family. Its name is a corruption of the French dents de lion, meaning “teeth of the lion.” Herbalists consider this plant one of the most nutrient-rich in the plant kingdom. The whole plant is edible—the flowers, the leaves and the roots. Dandelion supports digestion and nourishes the liver. The... »
After-Thanksgiving Cleanse
Happy Thanksgiving day-you’ve eaten till you couldn’t anymore, ruined the healthy eating plan that you were on- what do you do now? Try The Dieter’s Cleanse-It’s a complete 7 day cleanse program. What’s even better-This kit includes TWO programs in case you want someone else to do the cleanse with you. (which I recommend) Read more... »
