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Alzheimer's disease was named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, who noticed brain tissue changes in a woman back in 1906. The patient exhibited what we now recognize as the classic Alzheimer’s symptoms of memory loss, out-of-character behavior, and difficulties with language. Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that affects one in ten Americans over the age of 65. It’s a ... Continue Reading
People have been making use of the incredible healing benefits of the elderberry for thousands of years. Records show that this natural remedy dates back in time to Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and possibly even as far back as the ice age. The elderberry commonly used for medicinal purposes, or the Sambucus nigra, is native to Europe and North America. For hundreds of ... Continue Reading
Alfalfa is a bit of a wonder herb, as it is very nutritious and comes with so many potential health benefits. It’s also easy to grow—to make alfalfa sprouts all you need is water, so pretty much anyone can grow it at home. However, it’s also an herb that interacts with certain medicines and can cause problems if used in the wrong way, so you need to educate yourself to ensure ... Continue Reading
A rigorous review of the evidence shows that when it comes to heart attacks or mortality in general, saturated fats are not guilty. Don't believe the American Heart Association – butter, steak and coconut oil aren't likely to kill you! Read more in this post from Los Angeles Times. Last month, the American Heart Assn. once again went after butter, steak and especially coconut ... Continue Reading
Evidence from researchers shows salt isn’t all that bad for heart health and the real culprit behind high blood pressure is sugar, more precisely, added sugar. This post from BottomLine Health discusses the findings of studies that show that it’s the sugar that needs to be contained, not salt, for a healthy heart. When it comes to high blood pressure, Public Enemy #1 has ... Continue Reading
