The gallbladder: what is it? It’s not so much the case that people have never heard of the gallbladder before. It’s more likely people don’t know what it is, or even what it does. The …

It’s one of the world’s most often-consumed and popular beverages, along with water and coffee. Not only does it contain the stimulant alkaloid, caffeine, that a lot of us love—but this beverage is also chock-full …

Ever heard of Cordyceps? Probably not but we will be fully aware of its benefits by the end of this article. Dubbed in the health and fitness community as the “magic mushroom,” Cordyceps is capable of …

There are so many herbs and spices to choose from in the culinary world. Vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, rosemary, and even cardamom number among some of these, each with unique and startling flavors that bring our …

Sеаѕоnаl eating mеаnѕ twо thingѕ: (1) building mеаlѕ аrоund fооdѕ thаt hаvе bееn hаrvеѕtеd at thеir peak аnd (2) adjusting уоur diеt tо mееt the particular hеаlth сhаllеngеѕ оf winter, ѕрring, summer, аnd fаll. Whilе …

For a long time, scientists mostly ignored nitric oxide. However, it began to gain popularity in the 90s as researchers unearthed some of its incredible health benefits. By 1992, it was named Molecule of the …

Epimedium contains well over 50 different species, 5 of which are considered potently medicinal. Epimedium has garnered high praise and rigorous study for its benefits to circulation, hormone balance, reproductive health, and as an overall …

Heart health, skin health, digestive health—it can feel like we’re bombarded with so many ways to keep health in tip-top shape, and on so many different levels. Understanding the many levels of anatomical wellness can …

Feeling good and looking good are two dimensions of health that often go hand-in-hand. And no other aspect of health represents this idea better than hair health. Lots of time and money are poured into …

It’s true that amino acids are found in protein. Any type of protein found in the diet, whether it be from plants, animals, or edible culinary mushrooms, is made up of complex chains containing a …

When it comes to stress, we could say it feels like being a rock on the beach. Stress comes crashing down on us in our busy lives from time to time, pounding away like waves …

This is our fully enclosed organic aquaponics system. Aquaponics is a wonderful way to grow food, herbal medicines, or any kind of plant to be honest. The plants are constantly being fed nutrients from the …

“Why am I so tired?” Some could call this the question of the century. Modern conveniences make it seem like life’s easier nowadays, with so much more time to enjoy it. But the truth is: …

When it first sets in, it may not feel like much to most—though everyone experiences it differently. For some, it might feel like a mild fever, as with colds or flu. For others, it can …

Whether in health food shops or supplement stores, it seems there are always different supplements designated for men and women. It’s true: men’s health needs are different from women’s health. Hormone levels, risks to certain …

Ever been caught in an “in-between” health state: not quite sick, but not quite healthy? Many of us might know the term “malaise.” It’s a sense of mild illness in body and mind. But we …

When we think of keeping up on good health, we may think about heart health, managing a healthy weight, or even maintaining a healthy liver; but seldom do we think about kidney function health—at least, many of us …

All around the world, there grows an impressive array of mushrooms and fungi of all kinds. Over the centuries—even millennia—ancient cultures have made some startling discoveries about these fungi when it comes to their health …

Myelin sheaths are insulating layers that surround the nerves. Made up of protein and fatty tissue, the sheath enhances and speeds up electrical impulses throughout the body. Together with the brain and spinal cord, nerves …

In a modern world filled with sugary, fake foods, we’ve lost touch with all tastes except sweetness. We’ve drifted furthest away from one important taste: bitter. We don’t like bitterness compared to savory umami, the …

Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath… each year over 339 million people around the world suffer from the difficult, debilitating, and even sometimes deadly symptoms of an asthma attack. Most experts know that the best way …

Sulforaphane is only found in the Cruciferous or Brassica class of vegetables. These include kale, radishes, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, turnips, rutabaga, mustard greens, kohlrabi, Brussels sprouts, and a few others. When the greens of these …

Nature can come in handy for some of the most under-explored, over-looked, and frustrating illnesses in the world. Some of these conditions have been around for thousands of years. And yet, medical science still doesn’t …

In ancient China during the 16th Century, an interesting plant pops up among the period’s most respected traditional medical texts. A shrub-like plant with cream-yellow flowers, it was often featured alongside the mighty ginseng in …

Lion’s mane (Hericeum erinaceus) has been a time-tested mainstay in Traditional Chinese Medicine for hundreds of years. It’s known by a few other whimsical names that refer to its quirky appearance: such as deer’s tail, …

The liver is an organ we can’t forget about when it comes to taking care of our overall health. It’s the same with digestive health, heart health, and brain/nervous system health. HOW DO I KNOW …

Ever heard of the herb Mucuna pruriens? A TRADITIONAL PLANT OF AYURVEDIC PRACTICE While mucuna has grown undisturbed and undiscovered by Western cultures for most of history, Asian folk medicine explored and established its own …

WHAT IS HUPERZINE A? Huperzine A is an alkaloid. It’s found in a particular species of Lycopodium, or clubmoss, one of the oldest and most prehistoric plant type groups in the world. It was the …

Addison’s disease is a rare but serious condition. Today, almost 140 million people currently manage it in their day to day life. While the disease can be complicated, there are ways to keep living a …

One of the most fundamental aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is the concept of yin and yang. They are opposite but complementary forces that are essential in balance for optimal health. Too much or …

As the body ages, testosterone levels begin to drop. With that, all the benefits of having a body that produces high testosterone start to slowly fade away. That doesn’t mean it’s the end though. There …

In the world of natural healing, there’s something for everyone— whether male or female. Ancient texts and herbal lore reflect this in a certain way, too.  Back when we relied more on botanical medicine, there …

There are some illnesses we know we’re experiencing right away—like colds and flu. Most can be easily treated, or they come and go. Then there are more serious conditions we might not notice. They take …

There have been many diet crazes over the years, and it seems like most of them just come and go. Vegan, paleo, Mayo clinic diet, Atkins diet….the list goes on and on. While some of …