Autism, MMR Vaccine and Homeopathy
We have heard repeatedly that the MMR and autism link has no merit and in fact, the journal that originally published the link retracted the article, so in effect, there is no link between autism and the MMR. But is that true? The truth is one journal retracted one study, but the rest of the […]
Phthalates Linked To Asthma-Related Airway Inflammation
The Columbia Center for Children’s Environmental Health (CCCEH) states that children exposed to DEP and BBzP – two phthalate chemicals that are commonly used in personal care and plastic products, elevate the risk of asthma related airway inflammation. Researchers included 244 children aged 5 to 9 in the study. All the children had detectable levels […]
Natural Relief for Asthma With Homeopathy
What is Asthma? When asthma strikes the lungs become inflamed, the airways narrow the chest tightens, breathing becomes difficult or wheezy and a persistent cough may develop; particularly at night. Asthma can be triggered by allergies or have its onset from a stressful period in life such as infection or grief. Recent studies […]
Common Colds During Pregnancy May Lead to Asthma
According to a new study published in the February issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, the more common colds and viral infections a woman have during pregnancy, the higher the risk her baby will have asthma. The study found that a mother’s infections and bacterial exposure during pregnancy affect the in utero environment. “In […]
Health Benefits Of Skullcap For Anxiety & Stress
The most important health benefits of Skullcap include its ability to prevent certain cancers, reduce anxiety, soothe the nervous system, treat diabetes, aid in weight loss, lower inflammation, balance hormones, and regulate sleep. What Is Skullcap? Skullcap is the name of a flowering perennial plant from the mint family, Lamiaceae. With the scientific name Scutellaria lateriflora, this plant can be found in […]
14 Best Natural Herbs For Anxiety And Depression
There are many different herbs for anxiety and depression, as these can often have soothing, anxiolytic, sedative or detoxifying powers. Anxiety is often misunderstood, as people are quick to write off anxiety as being stressed or overwhelmed by work or personal life. In most forms, stress is a temporary response of the body and usually passes within a few hours or days. However, […]
Homeopathic Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
As the seasons shift, pollen can cause issues for the 22 million of us who suffer from seasonal allergies; they not only take a toll on us physically but mentally as well. Studies show that during ragweed seasons, people who suffer from allergies experience fatigue and are more likely to feel sad. In addition, if […]
Common Colds During Pregnancy May Lead to Childhood Asthma
According to a new study published in the February issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, the more common colds and viral infections a woman have during pregnancy, the higher the risk her baby will have asthma. The study found that a mother’s infections and bacterial exposure during pregnancy affect the in utero environment. […]
Detoxing from BPA Can Help Adults and Children Recover from Chronic Issues
Environmental Health Perspectives cites endocrine disruptors such Bisphenol-A (BPA) as one of the top ten chemicals they consider highly likely to contribute to autism, ADHD and learning issues in general. So what is BPA and why is it so bad? BPA is commonly used to make polymers and resins in plastic such as in cans, […]
10 Effective Essential Oils for ADHD
Many people have begun to use essential oils for ADHD, as the condition and its possible remedies continue to be explored around the world. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common behavioral disorders that is seen in children and young adults, with more than 10% of children now being diagnosed with some form […]