Herbal Supplements? Tell Me, Do They Really Work?
I have been asked several times about my opinion and perception on herbal medicine or supplementing your store counter purchased products with natural or organic healing agents and I always ask them back the same question… “Do you think they work?” or “What has been your experiences with herbal treatments?” I am greeted with the answers of either “I don’t know” or “Well I really haven’t used them”. Well my reply is always, you have to try it to find out.
How Do I Balance My Body pH?The pH value we’ll discuss is your saliva pH. On the color chart, there are 12 color zones that correspond with their respective pH values… from 5.5 to 8.0 on the pH scale. When using saliva pH as a testing medium, the best range to look for is 6.4 – 6.8, with an average of 6.8 existing as the goal to shoot for. One good… or bad… pH test doesn’t really tell the whole story, so it’s best to get an average reading over a week or more. You’ll find a lot of disagreement about what balanced saliva pH should be, but the science behind saliva pH dictates that since digestion begins in our mouths, the presence of digestive enzymes will ensure that a near-perfect pH level will still be slightly acidic to neutral at 6.8-7.0.
How to Kill Yourself SlowlyWhen you engage in bad habits, your body, over time will get your attention. So, if you do not pay attention now your health will get your attention later.
Why Trying to Be Organic Now Is More Important Than Ever BeforeWhether people hear about it on television or by word of mouth, eating organic has become increasingly more popular in the last decade. We all know by now the harsh truth behind our food – but do we truly know why trying to be organic has become more important than ever?
How Does pH Affect My Body? (The Acidosis Cycle)Chronic Acidosis is the most prevalent pH imbalance we face today, and the main reason for this is our acidic food choices. Fast food, junk food, processed food, soft drinks, energy drinks; you can’t name a single food made in a factory with more than 5 ingredients that doesn’t leave acid behind for our bodies to buffer. It’s time to make a shift in how you think about what goes into your body!
What Are the Benefits of Balancing Your pH?The benefits of balancing your pH are numerous, and combined, will lead to much better health. Your pH levels act as a master control that dictates the speed and efficiency of all your body’s processes. If you’ve read any of our other articles, you’ve learned that an acidic lifestyle is the norm unfortunately. The poor choices made that bring about this pH imbalance has led us to live in a society of chronic health conditions like diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and inflammation throughout the body.
Learn About Body pH and How Balancing it Can Change Your Health!Our bodies function best when we are in a state of alkalinity, but unfortunately, the things we eat, drink, breathe, and even think about can cause us to move toward an acid state of being. The truth is, we all make choices every day to either build, or wreck our good health. We want to help you build yours!
The Importance of Diet in Treating Digestive IllnessDigestive Illness affects the health of 60-70 million Americans everyday. Options ARE available and with a focus on diet YOU can overcome digestive illness!
The Causes and Signs of DehydrationYou need water to digest your food; digestion does not happen in a dry environment. You also need water to produce urine and feces (poop). This information is not personal but a fact for all living human beings on the planet.
Amethyst: The Versatility of This Healing CrystalAmethyst is a widely known crystal that has been used throughout the world and has surpassed the barriers of time, since the beginning of mankind; this stone has been used to heal all kinds of diseases, physical, emotional and spiritual. It can be used as follows for many different intentions:
Homeopathic and Nutritionist Remedies for ArthritisWhen arthritis pain gets you down, it’s time to look for natural solutions. While prescription drugs might bring quick relief, they also bring along with them a range of problems. If you’re ready to find out how to naturally relieve arthritis pain and stiffness, read on.
Essential Oil Spotlight: BergamotOur weekly essential oil spotlight highlights the different essential oils, their uses including alternative medicine, known healing properties, their cleaning properties and any other pertinent information. This week’s spotlight will highlight bergamot.