Wellness

Do you suffer from the most common cause of heel pain? Plantar Fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-Itis) is a self-limiting condition, is a common cause of heel pain in adults. It affects more than 1 million persons per year.  The pain begins in the morning after getting out of bed. The cause of the pain is that the tissue connecting the heel to the toes gets inflamed from overuse.   Research published in American Family Physician, show that 90 percent of patients can resolve their Plantar Fasciitis using only noninvasive and conservative methods. So, what can you do now to start relieving the pain? Continue reading as we go… Read More »

The yellow spine has been used in folk medicine as a natural solution to reduce fever, treat rheumatism, liver problems, minor burns, or even as digestive ailments. Known as berberis laurina, yellowroot is a thorny shrub that measures 1-2 meters in height. Native to South America, it is a common species in Argentina, southern Brazil, and Uruguay, which grows on the edge of mountains and hills, in sunny areas of meadows, thickets, and forests. How to distinguish the yellow root? When their leaves come out, they turn a reddish color, and then they become green as they grow. From autumn… Read More »

The Burdock, also popularly known by other names such as Lampazo, Arctium lappa, is a biannual herbaceous plant of the Compositae family. It is native to Europe and can reach two meters in height, with large elongated leaves and very characteristic and identifiable violet flowers. For its medicinal properties for home remedies, the leaves, seeds, and roots are mainly used (because they are more abundant in active principles). Health Benefits Of Burdock Root The Burdock root has inulin, phytosterol, and phenolic acids, among other compounds. It is known to include many health benefits such as being antiseptic, alkalizing, a laxative,… Read More »

What are Nootropic Supplements? Nootropics, also called smart drugs and memory enhancers, are natural or synthetic substances that can improve our mental abilities. They are capable of increasing both our memory, alertness, and concentration, as well as many other brain functions. Nootropics can enhance our mood, help us relax and make us function better under pressure. They are especially popular among those who seek to improve their productivity. Students and professionals usually use them from various fields. Take these effect claims in light of research precedents for individual ingredients or compounds. Often, nootropics are “stacked” with other things to make… Read More »

Blood pressure is not something we often think about if our health is not adversely affected by it. But we should be aware of it nevertheless. It refers to one of the most essential processes, which occurs in our body continuously. It’s what forces out blood to move around in through our veins and arteries, delivering oxygen, hormones, white cells, antibodies and nutrients to our organs, propagating the existence of life itself. Not only does it provide, but it also takes away the waste our body produces when it filters food and liquids through the liver and kidneys. It is… Read More »

Through the last decade, the avocado has become known as a magical and healthy fruit. You will continuously see it being mentioned as one of the healthiest things to include in your diet. You will also see trending beauty products that contain avocado oil for anti-aging properties to provide youthful looking skin. It is ascribed with lots of properties that for some might seem a bit ridiculous. However, the thing is that Avocado is, in fact, a unique food. One of the main reasons behind this is that unlike other fruits, which are an excellent supply for carbohydrates, Avocado provides… Read More »

Agelessness, the ability to stop the clock on our bodies, or at least feel like we have so we can continue to live a full life. Where our inside, outside of our bodies, or both are free from the aging process. Something we all wish for once we have reached a more mature again, to stop the aging process and not have to worry about our bodies internally or externally. There are some things we can do to promote the overall health of our bodies to help us feel ageless. One of these is exercise and using the heart to… Read More »

One can argue that stress is an inherent part of the modern world. We are always in a hurry and constant pressure. Sometimes we sacrifice a lot to achieve very little. Stress is simply a natural result of this lifestyle. Unfortunately for us, we are not built thrive under these conditions. Out physical and mental qualities deteriorate under stress, which leads to many serious medical conditions. It can be said that stress is a gateway to some of the worst medical conditions you can get your body through. In combination with an unhealthy diet, pollution and lack of exercise, the… Read More »

Staying hydrated is always important but becomes even more critical during the summer months when dehydration becomes a significant risk. Drinking water is important to provide your body with the fluids it requires. However, diet also plays an essential role in the foods we eat impacting on our hydration levels. But what are some of the best, and worst, foods to eat if you want to stay hydrated during summer? Foods To Hydrate The Body  Studies show that around 20 percent of our fluid intake comes from the foods we eat. In the summer months, where sweat can rapidly deplete water stores,… Read More »

At some point in our lives, we will experience back pain. A very small percentage of the general population will be spared from it. Almost in all cases, the center of the pain will be in the lower back, which is a very complex construction responsible for a wide range of functions. Most importantly lower provides strong support and degree of flexibility to whole construction. It does this by being a center where many of your bones, muscles, and nerves interconnect. However, due to this large concentration, there can be a number of things that can go wrong. And it… Read More »