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Water Management for Sustainable Living

by Traci Knight – Staff Writer It is time for collective society to start independently managing water resources in our immediate environments. Looking back to ancient civilizations shows us that humans have always worked with the land to harvest and conserve water through a series of catchments, reservoirs, irrigation, and terracing. With ecological knowledge and

4 Healthy Reasons to Love Ginger

Maylin Rodriguez-Paez RN Whether you love it, hate it, or don’t care for it, one thing is for sure: ginger is a force to be reckoned with. Indigenous to China, this close cousin of turmeric is now found all over the world, where it’s used for many different ailments. From alleviating stomach aches, to preventing

5 Foods You Are Better Off Making at Home

by Traci Knight – Staff Writer Making healthy eating choices is more difficult than ever. The concerned shopper faces many challenges including genetically engineered ingredients, preservatives, as well as artificial colors, flavors, and sweeteners, to name a few. Busy lifestyles take a toll on the amount of time people have to cook for themselves and

Choline: A Smart Vitamin

Choline is a nutrient that plays an essential role in memory and learning. It is categorized as a member of the B complex family. It’s a precursor to acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that helps the transmission of impulses between nerves. The decline of acetylcholine that accompanies aging is believed to be one cause of cognitive dysfunction.

This Doctor Says if You’re On This Medication, Stop Taking it Immediately!

Find out why Dr. Peter Glidden says this about two medications in this video. He also discusses the role of cholesterol and how current MDs are misguided in their thinking of cholesterol and cholesterol lowering drugs. Dr. Glidden also illustrates the danger of increased use of statin drugs and why certain conditions are also on

The Connection Between Genetics and Breast Cancer is Not What You Thought!

Dr. V?ronique Desaulniers discusses the connection to genetics and breast cancer. How much of a connection is there really? What about mastectomies as a cancer prevention, are they really needed? You might find the answers surprising! http://www.ihealthtube.com http://www.facebook.com/ihealthtube …read more

How Ginkgo Can Help Tinnitus

Find out whether ginkgo, a herb thought to boost circulation, may help as a treatment for tinnitus, or ringing in the ears. …read more

Cosmetic Acupuncture

What is cosmetic acupuncture? What are the benefits of cosmetic acupuncture? Get the scoop on this ancient needling therapy, now used to slow the signs of aging. …read more

Chitosan for Weight Loss

Get the lowdown on the weight loss effects of chitosan, a dietary supplement made from shellfish. …read more

Are E-Cigarettes Really Helping Smokers Quit? (Part 1)

image c/o Flickr Jano71 The e-cigarette business is an emerging industry, already gaining massive popularity among smokers and nonsmokers alike. Smokers are grabbing the chance to quit tobacco smoking and switch to a seemingly less harmful alternative. Non-smokers, on the other hand, are eager to try this tobacco-free smoke. Despite the growing success of the