Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that has immune-enhancing, antioxidant properties, meaning it can help lower free radical damage (or even oxidative stress). So, what does it really mean if it’s a fat-soluble vitamin? Vitamin A and other fat-soluble vitamins can travel through fat and be stored inside the body or organs such as the…
People who have a depressed immune system or nutrient deficiencies may be more prone to catching colds. Other common causes of colds include a lack of sleep, emotional stress, mold exposure, an unhealthy digestive tract, and even traveling. Most colds are head colds, which lead to symptoms like nasal congestion and watery eyes. You can…
Should fluoride be present in public water supplies in order to lower the cases of tooth decay? Communities all over the United States are holding on to this question. In municipalities in which they don’t fluoridate the water, citizens are debating to whether they should start. On the other hand, those who live in cities…
Protocel is one of the unique, liquid formulas available for the treatment of cancer out there. It’s one of the easiest and one of the least expensive alternative approaches yet may be one of the most successful. Protocel is non-toxic and, due to its ease of use, is sometimes ideal for administering to small children…
Ever since the 1940s, people from all over have argued about the benefits of adding fluoride to municipal drinking supplies. Proponents debate that studies show supplemental fluoride can help lower the chances of developing cavities and helps improve dental health. Opponents say that the substance is actually harmful to someone’s overall health and they can…
Fluoride exposure is a contentious topic, mostly because exposure to such is everywhere. Not only is it a common ingredient in toothpaste, but a lot of municipalities have fluoride in their water supply. Why? Well, the reason is that it encourages oral health, even though it’s not known to prevent any kind of harmful bacteria.
Diatomaceous earth (DE) is a natural product that’s made up of fossilized remains of small, aquatic organisms referred to as diatoms. Composed of the cell walls or shells of single cell diatoms, it easily crumbles to a fine powder. As a matter of fact, diatom cell walls are made up of biogenic silica, which usually…
Raspberry ketones are chemicals from red raspberries that are used for their flavor and aroma. Although there are some supplements claiming that raspberry ketones promote weight loss and increase lean body mass, there really isn’t enough scientific evidence that proves these claims to be true – at least, at this point in time. Are raspberry…
One of the most vexing problems in dentistry nowadays revolves around the use of silver fillings (A.K.A. amalgams) in people’s mouths. The question is, do we really need to take out the old mercury-laden silver fillings for fear of health complications and find a replacement? Or are there better restorative dentistry options that don’t pose…
Braces are known to attract food and plaque, which can stain teeth if not properly taken care of. Most holistic dentists would recommend their patients brush after every meal using a toothpaste with fluoride and carefully eliminating any traces of food that may have gotten stuck in the braces. Furthermore, they may recommend that you…