Akasha Health Blog

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...

by Edison de Mello, Md, PhD                    The Integrative medicine approach to care combines the best of two worlds: The technologically rich Traditional Medicine with the wisdom-rich Functional and Complementary therapies to address the root cause of disease and promote wellness. An impressive body of research has shown that integrative medicine can effectively treat both physical and mental health challenges by addressing the mind-body axis. ...

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 What is it? Acoustic Wave Therapy or AWT is used to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, primarily chronic, affecting medium to large-sized tendons and their insertions on bones, such as Plantar fasciitis, achilles tendinopathy, bursitis - and others.  Also referred to as Extracorporeal Acoustic Wave Therapy, it delivers an acoustic wave of energy that travels through tissues releasing a rapid rise and...

 by Edison de Mello, MD, PhD What is PRP: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP), derived from a patient's blood, is rich in growth factors that can stimulate hair follicles to slow down hair loss and possibly even spur new hair growth.  A study in the journal Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America, November 2018, also found PRP to be an effective treatment in creating greater hair density...

What is arthritis? Arthritis is defined as painful inflammation and degeneration of one or more joints. Symptoms include pain, swelling, reduced range of motion and stiffness. How common is it? One of the most common reasons why patients seek help from their doctor is for back or knee pain. In the United States, 23% of all adults, or more than 54 million people, have arthritis. It is...

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 Danél Lombard, MPT, PhDPain is a protective system. You experience pain when your brain concludes that your body or your tissues are in danger and something needs to change. This needed change could be your movement patterns, your activity level, even (and maybe most importantly) your thought patterns or attitudes. Your pain is such a powerful protective mechanism that it is always steering you...

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 Edison de Mello, MD, PhD Yes, we have 3 Brains! The first one is the HEAD, then the HEART, followed by the GUT brain. These 3 brains are interconnected through an extensive network of neurons, each with particular roles. Resembling a highway of information, these brains, when balanced, provide stability, grounding and the intuition (gut feelings) necessary for ultimate health.  Containing about 100 million neurons, the...

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...

By Maggie Ney, ND Racism is finally being recognized as a public health emergency. Racism has a direct impact on public health. We know that racism affects mental health, causes psychological distress, increases stress levels, increases anger and feelings of rage, exacerbates chronic diseases, increases inflammation, increases  maternal and infant mortality rates, and reduces overall health outcomes and life expectancy.  We know that 7.6 percent...