Berberine is a remedy that has long been used by practitioners of traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. It was considered an antimicrobial, antiprotozoal, and antidiarrhea agent. Research in humans has found that many of these claims as to the benefits of berberine are true. What Is Berberine? Berberine is an alkaloid compound found in the […]
Lipedema is a condition that predominantly affects women. In fact, it affects up to 11% of the female population. It is a condition that you may not have heard of, however, you may have seen it in individuals or seen it in your body. Here's what it is and how you can improve it. What […]
Did you know that about 94 million adults in the United States have high cholesterol levels? That’s a worrying statistic, considering the numerous heart risks accompanying elevated cholesterol levels. To combat this, many have turned to different supplements with cholesterol-lowering potential, and one of the more common ones is red yeast rice. However, it is […]
Certain conditions can cause your body to retain extra water. This commonly leads to swelling. But it can also lead to more serious issues, such as breathing difficulties or blood pressure problems. In this article, we’ll take a look at these conditions as well as some natural diuretics that can help your body get rid […]
Did you know that a sugar addiction is one of the causes of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes? Or that the craving for this sweet substance could be due to emotional issues, and that when you suddenly deny yourself that decadent chocolate or sugary beverage, you could suffer some unpleasant withdrawal symptoms? Fortunately, a little […]
Many of us have blood circulation problems that we are entirely unaware of until a visit to the doctor's office. For some, genes and aging contribute to this issue, but for many, lifestyle issues that include long periods of sitting cause the problem. While you may not be able to do much about a work […]
Do you or someone you know have type-2 diabetes? A recent study suggests that higher consumption of polyunsaturated fatty acids may reduce the mortality rate in type-2 diabetics. Effect of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on T2 Diabetes According to a large scale observational study carried out on approximately 11,000 people with type-2 diabetes during eleven years, […]
Metabolic syndrome affects about 23% of the U.S. population. One of the most severe results of this syndrome is coronary artery disease. Three of the main components of metabolic syndrome are high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and obesity. This triad typically leads to coronary artery disease (CAD). How probiotics and metabolic syndrome affect CAD is […]
Zinc plays a crucial role in so many metabolic functions and acts as a cofactor for various enzymes. Therefore, the symptoms of zinc deficiency can vary depending on the enzymes and metabolic functions affected. Mild zinc deficiency is quite common but if left unaddressed can lead to chronic or severe deficiency, which can be fatal. […]
When people have a problem sleeping it could be due to a variety of factors including metabolic issues, cortisol issues, neurotransmitter issues, as well as commonly the autonomic nervous system issue in the setting of adrenal fatigue.
