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Back-to-School Immune Support Back-to-school immune support is essential to help keep children and students healthy as they return to the classroom. Schools can be a breeding ground for viruses and bacteria, so it's crucial to take steps to boost the immune system and prevent illness. Here are Dr. Maggie Ney key reminders for you and your family as we head back to school. Restorative Sleep...

Understanding how to increase energy and improve performance is essential not just for professional athletes but also for anyone with busy lives who want to increase the needed stamina for peak performance. Whether you run a busy household or a successful business, you likely wish you had more physical energy and mental clarity. Research has shown that mastering strategies to reach peak performance physically,...

Berberine, a compound with ancient roots in traditional Chinese medicine, is gaining modern-day fame.  Berberine is a potent bioactive substance hailing from a diverse range of plants, is a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine. Years of dedicated research have unveiled a plethora of potential health benefits that berberine offers, establishing it as a promising natural health booster. In the context of traditional Chinese medicine, obesity—a global...

We've selected 5 must have summer vitamins and supplements to help you stay healthy while keeping your hair, skin and your gut in tip-top condition.   1- ZINC Zinc helps keep your immune system strong and plays many roles in our bodies. Vital for proper healing process and collagen synthesis, the anti-inflammatory properties are useful against skin irritations. During the summer your skin suffers much more...

Yes, they do.  Although greens powders cannot replace the nutritional benefits you get from consuming fresh whole foods, scientific evidence shows greens powder can be a great way to supplement a healthy diet with a boost of extra vitamins and antioxidants for those too busy to consume a daily recommended number of fresh fruits and vegetables. Or those who simply do not like their...

Did you know that not consuming enough greens can have some sneaky effects on your body? It's not just about missing out on the obvious benefits. Let's dive into the non-obvious symptoms that may be silently signalling your greens deficiency: Fatigue: Feeling tired all the time? Lack of greens might be to blame. They provide essential nutrients like iron and B vitamins that are...

Inflammation is now known to be a primary cause of most diseases of aging, including cardiovascular disease and dementia. Chronic inflammation not only contributes to the development of chronic diseases, but also produces oxidants in the body that accelerate the aging process. Infla-Regulator by Akasha Naturals includes a combination of herbs scientifically shown to reduce inflammation. Infla-Regulator is your key to conquering inflammation. This powerful...

Mental health is a complex issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. While therapy and medication are often used to treat mental health issues, many people are turning to natural supplements as an add-on complementary option to help maximize the benefits of the medication that they are taking.  If you're struggling with mental health issues or simply want to support...

By Edison de Mello, MD, PhD I am often curious about the root origin of words. Do they actually describe what we are trying to convey? Or is the word basically empty of meaning without the formation of a mental image in our minds as we say it? For me, inflammation is a perfect example of how a word accurately describes what it means: creating...

By Edison de Mello, MD, PhD A critical step in DNA to repair cellular aging, NAD, short for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, is a coenzyme found in every cell in the body and is involved in several diverse metabolic processes. Studies have shown NAD slows the aging process, improves mental clarity, restores neurologic function, and improves the body’s overall health. This natural coenzyme is crucial in maintaining DNA integrity and reversing cellular...

by Gina Galvez We’re all looking to improve mental clarity. It is an important aspect of living a successful and happy life as it helps us to solve problems better and reduce confusion. I will share with you small, sustainable lifestyle changes (that I recommend to my patients), for increasing mental clarity and improving overall cognitive function. Whether you're a student, want to become more productive at work,...

Women often wear many hats including taking care of the health of everyone who lives under their roof.  In this feat of daily multitasking, sometimes women prioritize their loved ones’ health over their own.  I would like to impart some tips on how women can support their health.  One way to show yourself self-love and respect is to make the effort to prepare healthy...