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Resveratrol is receiving increasing attention from the health and naturopath community these days.  Although long has it been known that a glass of red wine every now and then can have beneficial effects, resveratrol has become one of the leading supplements on the market.

Well most of us have heard about free radicals, free radical damage and their links to a host of diseases including some of the more frightening ones.  Yet, despite the bombardment of information on where we might find these and why we should avoid them, there are very few of us who actually know what a free radical is.  Many questions come to mind about these pesky little destroyers,

Cold sores, sometimes known as fever blisters are a type of Herpes virus, known as HSV1.  Cold sores are related to the virus that causes genital herpes (HSV-2) but are of a different sort.  Cold sore can nevertheless be just as

Eating habits have changed a great deal in the last fifty or so years.  Today, people in wealthy nations consume a ton more than they used to, and of that consumption a great deal of it is composed of fats, processed foods, sugar and salt. 

Celiac Disease, often known simply as a wheat allergy, is a chronic disorder that affects the digestive system.  It is caused by intolerance to wheat grain (including rye, oats, barley, durum, semolina, kamut and spelt).  It is a hereditary disease whose cause is unknown.  Celiac disease is most common a

Xylitol is a naturally occurring alcohol sugar.  It is derived from birch trees, legumes and corncobs.  The molecule has only five carbon atoms, less than the regular amount of six found in most other sugars.  This change in molecular structure plays the key role in Xylitol’s beneficial qualities.  Xylitol is a bacterial inhibitor and an oral health enhancer.

It’s a thought that haunts you once you cross your forties; it becomes stronger as you notice the grays and the wrinkles; and it becomes an obsession with some people who cannot accept the fact that they are growing old. Aging is a natural part of life, but it is hard to digest that our physical features are undergoing a sea change and that we can do nothing about it.

Ever since cell phones became popular in the 1980’s, people have been talking about their possibility to cause cancer .  Over the years there were been some studies on the subject but no conclusive evidence was found.

Unfortunately western society’s doctors do not put enough emphasis on your diet as a means of preventing and treating cancer.  Cancer rates are rising around the world, and the foods that prevent cancer are basically the opposite of the typical American or Westernized diet.  The perfect anticancer diet is comprised of mainly colorful fruits, vegetables and legumes and unsaturated fats, garlic,

 Tis the season to catch a cold. Unfortunately, when the weather changes so do our bodies and our immune systems tend to be weaker than normal. In order to fend off the cold and boost your immune system , eat the following immunity boosting foods:

Although no one knows what life has in store for them, there are many little things that you can do to add years to your life. The life expectancy of the average person is up about 51% just from 1990 to 2000. For this we can thank the technological advances in the health industry, cutting edge medicines and treatments and the internet which gives everyone quick access to so much useful information.

If you haven’t heard of the swine flu by now, you must have been living under a rock for the past 3 months. On June 10, 2009 the World Health Organization declared the H1N1 Flu to a level 6 which classifies it as a global epidemic. This flu is now in many countries around the world and there are thousands of cases of it with many resulting in death.

Being a worry-wart can cause all kinds of problems physically and mentally. Many people are “natural” worriers and tend to get stressed out easily. Others have anxiety which leads them to get stressed out about everything. Although you may think a little bit of worrying can’t do much harm it can.

Along with being one of the most flavorful spices, there are many health benefits of eating curry. While curry, or curry powder is actually a mixture a few different spices, one main spice in most curry powders is turmeric. This spice comes from the ginger familiy and  gives curry it’s yellow color. It is thought to be beneficial for many reasons – here are three:

Cancer is one of the most feared and deadly diseases today and unfortunately, the rates of it are on the rise. Our world is polluted with toxins to the point that we are in constant contact with them, even when we don’t know it. The paint on our walls, our bedding, the foods we eat and the personal hygiene products we use can potentially have toxins in them.

What is your biggest vice?

If you are looking for ways to lose weight in a healthy way, then a flexitarian diet may be for you. A flexitarian diet is one that is centred around vegetables, fruits and plant based products with very little meat. The idea is to eat whole and natural foods while only eating meat once in a while.

One key aspect to our health is our blood pH level. An acid imbalance in the body can lead to disease, illness, weight gain , and overall poor health. Acidic imbalance in the body can be countered by alkaline forming foods. Eating in a way which balances out your natural pH levels will leave you feeling energized and youthful and will also fight many common ailments and can prevent life threatening disease.

Visiting your doctor on a regular basis is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Early diagnosis on most diseases can save lives, and many times this cannot be done without regular check ups. So how do you make sure you get the most out of your yearly visit? Here are three ways to make sure you get the best out of your doctors visit each and every time.

Ayurvedic cooking is an aspect of nutrition that involves both art, science, belief, and nutrition. The basic principles behind this type of cooking are the five Elements, the three Doshas, the three Gunas, the seven Dathus, and the six Tastes.

Salt and pepper have one thing in common-they are the most popular spices added to meals. But one main thing separates the two-eating too much salt can pose health concerns whereas pepper only provides numerous health benefits.

If the only good thing about your Monday morning is having a coffee, drink up and enjoy the health benefits without the guilt. Coffee sometimes gets a bad rap and it is common belief that it can cause dehydration, bone deterioration , and even anxiety and irregular heart beats.

Dream analysis has been a part of psychotherapy for a number of years but only recently are doctors making the connection between our dreams and physical health. Dreams may be a way that your body uses to warn you of health problems in ways that it cannot when you are awake.

The word cancer is a scary word, no doubt about it. Even though cancer is a disease most people would rather not think about, taking preventative measures can do a world of good in avoiding it, especially if cancer runs in your family. Genes can predict a lot-those with a family history of cancer are at a much higher risk of getting it themselves.

When it comes to weight loss different approaches work for different people. Some find that exercise is key and others lose or maintain a healthy weight by following a strict diet. What does work for both health and weight loss for everyone is a raw food diet.

Now that it seems almost everyone in the world is making an effort to be more “green” it has a lot of people wondering if it is actually doing our world any good. There are millions of countless ways that we have damaged and polluted our Earth - is this damage irreversible? A groundbreaking new study led by the US has discovered that we may actually be making some headway.

An extremely important part of our overall health that is commonly neglected are the eyes. Many times we do not take care of our eyes or get regular check ups until something starts bothering us and often by that time it is too late. There are many things that you can do to take care of your eyes and if you start now hopefully they will stay healthy throughout your lifetime.

If you do one thing this year it should be look after your heart. Heart disease is one of the top killers and sadly, much of it can be prevented if you look after yourself properly. This includes exercise, less stress, and diet. Here are three foods that you should add to your diet in 2009 to look after your most important organ.

Climate change is a reality in our world today and it is also a threat to the publics health. Climate change refers to any notable change in the climate, such as temperature, precipitation, wind, and other weather patterns, that lasts for decades or longer. Climate change is caused by a variety of different factors including

With December 1 as World Aids Day, knowledge about the disease is promoted as the number one way of controlling and preventing this terrible disease. Every year thousands of people are diagnosed with AIDS-there is about 4,500 of them in Canada alone diagnosed with HIV. HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus and it is the virus that actually causes AIDS.