Read what science has to say about kanna, the herb known to relieve anxiety and pain, boost mood, improve sleep, and suppress appetite.
Kanna Herb: The Gateway to Less Stress, More Bliss?
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The Science-Backed Healing Power of Hugs For Inflammation, Immunity, & More!
Hugs are simple gestures of affection, and science reveals they have powerful effects on both body and mind.
Herbal Focus: Sassafras Sassafras albidum
From soothing skin irritations to flushing toxins and easing arthritis symptoms, sassafras is a wonderfully-adaptive medicinal plant.
Thylakoids: The Fat-Blocking, Appetite-Suppressing Super-Nutrient You Should Get to Know
Learn how thylakoids, a compound found in leafy greens, can help you reach your health and weight loss goals.
Rooted in Nature: Why Gardens, Parks, & Forests Are Essential For Well-Being
From weight loss and increased oxygen uptake to a reduction in anxiety and depression, being in nature is just plain good for us.
DIY Rain Garden: A Beautiful, Eco-Friendly Backyard Solution
Rain gardens are a low-maintenance, multi-function garden enhancement for adding beauty and function to your outdoor space.
Do Allergy Medications Increase Alzheimer’s Risk?
Natural alternatives to over-the-counter antihistamines can help you navigate allergy season without risking your cognitive health.
Reading Print Books is Good For You. Here’s Why.
Reading print books is better for your well-being — including improved sleep, better cognitive function, and overall happiness.
Wilderness Survival Series (Pt.II): Water
Let’s dive into water and survival: creating a cache, capturing water from rain and plants, purification and safety.
Facing Tough Emotions? Here Are 3 Ways to Bring Balance & Clarity
Explore how to master tough emotions for self-care and building resiliency to support physical and mental well-being.
Herbal Focus: Red Clover Trifolium pretense
Red clover is a powerful herb that alleviates menopause symptoms and promotes bone, cardiovascular health in menopausal women.
The Hidden Dangers of Sugar: How It Accelerates Aging Inside and Out
Excess refined sugar is pleasurable while we are enjoying it, but what follows wreaks havoc on our health and our skin.
3 Simple DIY Home Remedies For Weight Loss
Here are 3 all-natural slim down remedies utilizing readily available ingredients already found in your pantry.
Want to lower stress and boost happiness? Listen to birdsong.
Explore what the research says about the health-boosting benefits of birds, and easy ways to attract more birdsong into your life.
Cleanse & Renew: Top Herbs & Foods For a Rejuvenating Spring Detox
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) spring is the best time to address one of our most hard-working organs — the liver.
5 Science-Backed Reasons Why You Should Listen to Music for Health & Happiness
If you enjoy listening to music you’ll be happy to learn about how this simple habit can bring more health and happiness into your day.
Herbal Focus: Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis
Learn how to identify, grow, and use rosemary, an all-time favorite, easily-accessible herb with a wide range of benefits.
Short on Time? Try These “Exercise Snacks” to Boost Health, Energy, & Fitness
Short bursts of high-intensity movement are a game-changer. Learn why everyone should embrace this simple lifestyle hack.
Is A Potential “Yoga Pill” the Future of Anxiety Relief?
Anxiety sufferers will be excited to learn about new research that has identified a brain pathway that can instantly calm the body.
Long-Term Living in the Wild: The Art of Shelter Building
Nicole Apelian’s wilderness guide contains valuable info to help you keep your family safe in the event of a major crisis.
Could Passion Flower Be the Key to Menopause Relief? Here’s What Science Has to Say.
Passion flower is a workhorse for symptoms of menopause like hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disruptions, depression, headaches, and anger.
Herbal Focus: SchisandraSchisandra chinensis
Schisandra should be on your radar because of its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, and neuroprotective properties.
Is Colostrum the Key to Better Health?
Let’s look at what the science has to say about the beneficial properties of colostrum and if it truly lives up to the hype.
Harnessing the Power of CBD for Autoimmunity, Sleep, Inflammation, & More!
From sleepless nights to chronic pain, many are turning to cannabis products as a natural solution for a range of health conditions
Eggs for Better Brain Health: A Simple Way to Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk
Learn why eggs are good for brain health and how several key herbs can also help keep neurodegeneration at bay.
Natural Weight Loss: My Top Tips!
Support for your healthy weight goals, including: diet, herbal remedies, exercise, vitamins and minerals, and daily habits.
The Rise of “American Malaria” — Here’s What You Need to Know
Researchers are warning about babesiosis, a disease carried by ticks that is rapidly spreading across America.
The Stress-Cortisol Connection: Why It Matters for Your Skin
Chronic stress is bad for your health and the stress hormone cortisol can significantly age your skin prematurely.
Nature’s Medicine Cabinet: DIY Recipes for Pain Relief, Detox, Memory, & More!
Learn what you can expect to find within the pages of “The Forgotten Home Apothecary,” along with a sampling of healing recipes.
Here’s How to Defeat Sugar Cravings Once and For All
Refined sugar is a tough addiction to break! Learn some tangible steps you can take to overcome sugar cravings once and for all.
Flow into Wellness: Yoga for Better Lymphatic Circulation and Immunity
A yoga practice can help you navigate the cold and influenza season, while staying healthy, happy and fit.
The Surprising Secret to a Long & Healthy Life: Friendship
If you want to enjoy a long and healthy life, it’s important to prioritize relationships and social connections.
Creatine: The Unsung Hero for Healthy Aging and Mental Clarity
Creatine helps to increase lean muscle mass and strength, improves exercise performance and stamina, and so much more.
Herbal Focus: Black Cohosh Actaea racemosa
Black cohosh (black bugbane, black snakeroot, baneberry, or rattleweed) is known as a potent remedy for balancing hormones during menopause.
Is Your Wardrobe Making You Sick? The Truth About Synthetic Fabrics
Another aspect of the “fast fashion” problem: the trade-off between inexpensive clothing and its impact on physical and environmental health.
Is This Cellular Protein the Secret to Turning Back the Hands of Time?
Nrf2 is a natural compound closely tied to a reduction in disease, improved energy levels, youthful skin, cognitive health, and much more.
Leaky Skin Syndrome: A Key Player in Food Allergies?
The gut lining and skin barrier are more similar than you may think in the role each plays in immune response.
Matcha Green Tea: Can it Improve Sleep and Social Functioning in Older Adults?
The range of health benefits from drinking matcha green tea, with its robust nutrient profile, may surprise you!
Staying Up Late? Here’s How It Affects Your Health
Night owl? You may have increased risk of weight gain and diabetes but there are ways you can minimize the health impacts of staying up late.
Harnessing the Power of Radical Gratitude This Thanksgiving
Radical gratitude is about turning obstacles into opportunities, and transforming loss or negativity into a path of gratefulness.
Here’s How to Boost Liver Health: My Favorite Foods & Herbs
Your liver is an industrious organ! Learn about foods and herbs that will help you to support your liver for optimal health.
A Natural Approach to Managing Huntington’s Disease
Research offers a ray of hope in slowing the progression of Huntington’s disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that affects 30k Americans.
‘Interesting’ Over Happy: Why It’s the Secret to a Rich and Full Life
Learn to cultivate a curiously good life by living with purpose, practicing altruism, and fostering psychological richness.
Is Sleeping on Your Back Harming Your Brain?
A new study suggests that one’s preferred sleep position may significantly impact health and correlate with neurodegeneration.
Coffee May Be Your New Anti-Aging Ally, According to Science
Coffee is one of the great pleasures in life. Turns out, it can be exceedingly healthy and provide major health benefits!
The Hidden Link Between Hashimoto’s and Epstein-Barr Virus
A Common Viral Infection Most of us have been exposed at some point in our lives to the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) — a type of herpesvirus (HHV-4). Mononucleosis is one of the most well-known EBV diseases, but the virus is also associated with certain forms of cancer,...
Stay Calm, Happy, and Healthy: My Top Go-To Holiday Remedies
Take extra precautions during the autumn and winter months to avoid picking up a bug that can dampen holiday festivities with loved ones.
Common “All-Natural” Sugar Substitute Linked with Increased Risk of Blood Clots, Heart Attack
New research is highlighting concerns over the safety of erythritol, once thought to be a healthy sugar substitute.
Here’s How Menopause Affects Autoimmunity — And How to Find Relief!
Exploring some of the factors that play large roles in how autoimmunity affects — and the other way around.
High Iron Levels in the Brain Connected to Greater Dementia Risk
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia and is associated with around two thirds of the world’s cases.