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13 Mar 2024
“The Sister”–How a naturopathic doctor got sucked back in to the western medical system.
On October 16, 2022 my brother fell 8 feet off his back deck into the outside concrete basement stairwell. It was dusk and it was 38 degrees and the only witness was Sheldon—the neighbor’s dog. Sheldon barked furiously but his owner thought the coyotes were after him and promptly brought him inside. My 77-year-old brother
13 Mar 2024
Tofu – No meat no problem for protein
Tofu is a popular soy product that originates from China. It is made by condensing soy milk and pressing it into blocks (very similar to how cheese is made). To keep in this solid block-form, nigari is used which is a type of salt that comes from seawater. One of the more recent debates regarding
07 Mar 2024
Are vaccines good or bad?
We were taught in high school that vaccines have saved millions of lives in America and Europe. One of the greatest heroes of modern medicine is Louis Pasteur, the creator of the “germ theory,” the ideological foundation for vaccines. But the real history of vaccines, and the real story of Louis Pasteur, is something quite
07 Mar 2024
Starchy vs non-starchy vegetables – What’s the veggie difference?
Starchy vs non-starchy vegetables – What’s the veggie difference? We know that vegetables are good for us because they are loaded with vitamins, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. We need them for energy and digestion. But did you know that there are two types of vegetables: starchy vegetables and non-starchy vegetables?? Most carb counters are aware,
01 Mar 2024
Lentils – Protein staple for plant-based diets
Lentils have gained popularity as a non-meat protein option to meet dietary needs of vegetarians and vegans. They’re made up of 25% protein. The name comes from their “lens” shape. In stores they’re sold without the husk on them and are typically inexpensive. Cananda has the largest production of lentils and they’re a staple food
28 Feb 2024
Mahashivratri Celebrations Around The World: Diversity In Devotion
Festivals and traditions in India can be experienced across the year. A nation rich in diverse cultural heritage, each festival comes with its traditions and rituals followed by the communities. One of the most widely celebrated and significant festivals in Hinduism is Mahashivratri. Translating to the ‘Great Night of Shiva’, this festival marks the marriage
28 Feb 2024
Grapefruit – Citrus packed benefits
As part of the citrus family, grapefruit ranks high amongst others in its list of health benefits. Some describe the taste as sweet, while others might call it tart. The typical, medium-sized grapefruit has only 52 calories and 13 carbohydrates which is low compared to other fruits. For example, a medium-sized banana has 30 carbohydrates.
23 Feb 2024
Psoriasis – When our skin becomes a burden
Our skin is our outermost layer that serves to protect us. We expose our skin to so many environments day in and day out. Our skin is also something that is visible to ourselves and others, so we tend to want to take care of it in leu of how we see ourselves and what
21 Feb 2024
Who are the worst drug pushers?
The American medical profession, made up of the Doctor-Hospital-Big Pharma-commercial industry complex, is the largest pusher of poison chemical drugs in the world. Roughly 90 percent of American medical doctors are poisoners and murderers and certainly not healers. Millions of Americans become ill, suffer and die from the deadly adverse reactions of these poison chemical
21 Feb 2024
The Necessity of Natural Remedies: A Response to Growing Drug Shortages
In an era where drug shortages are a cause for concern, there’s a rising problem of finding more sustainable alternatives to the pharmaceutical industry’s standard medications. As CVS, Walgreens, and your local mom-and-pop pharmacies struggle to keep up with demand, the conversation shifts toward the importance of integrating natural remedies into our healthcare routines. As
