All of the biochemical processes in our bodies are dependent on minerals in one way or another, including crucial roles like oxygen delivery, fluid balance, structural support, energy production, enzymatic reactions, and neutralization of free radicals and toxins. To function optimally, it’s important for our inner array of minerals to...

In our fast-paced world, it can be challenging to prioritize our health when we're always on the go. This is especially true in the midst of the holiday season. This time of year can be hectic. Between preparing for the holiday parties or getting travel plans in order, we never stop going. Because of our busy schedules, our lifestyles...

Lifestyle transformation is never easy, especially when it takes so much unlearning. Many who begin their holistic journey quickly abandon their efforts due to overwhelm. It is no secret that reprogramming your habits takes a lot of discipline and self-control, but the results are far worth the trouble. Looking to natural medicine and...

Benefits of Breakfast by Andrea Vannelli    As a kid, I was taught that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It turns out there’s a lot of truth in that for grown-ups as well as children. Unfortunately, missing breakfast seems to be a common habit among busy adults, with up to 25% of Americans regularly skipping...

Green tea is a powerhouse. From weight loss to disease prevention, adding 1 cup per day into your routine can have a myriad of positive benefits. Its medicinal usage dates back thousands of years as it is not only the oldest but the most popular tea to date. Green, black, and oolong tea all derive from a plant known as Camellia sinensis....

Roughly 50 million adults nationwide report experiencing at least one mental illness, and many have yet to seek proper help. Although there has been a more open discussion surrounding mental health these past few years, getting the conversation right can still be challenging. Here in the United States, we lead with a Western approach,...

Did you know one of the most common synthetic fibres known to humankind may also be a contraceptive for men and women?  Studies have shown Polyester to be an extremely effective contraceptive, especially when men wear underwear made of the material. Polyester is already known to irritate the skin, cause rashes, and other dermal...

Vitamin A is a key nutrient essential for good health. It’s commonly known for preserving eyesight but is important for so much more. Let’s first review some basics about the nutrient itself.    Vitamin A is actually a group of fat-soluble compounds which provide the body with activators that assist with mineral...