DHEA, known formally as dehydroepiandrosterone, is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands which is then converted into male or female hormones by the body. It is believed to be the only hormone that declines with age, and research has found that, by the age of 70, most people register at one-quarter of the DHEA […]
The Benefits of Licorice Root
Licorice Root is an herb that has been used since ancient times. Many ancient cultures believe it increases endurance, strength, and energy. In China, it is known as the “Great Detoxifier” because of its effects on the kidneys, liver, spleen, and stomach. It is high in the minerals magnesium, silicon, and sodium and also contains […]
Are Your Adrenals Fatiguing You?
Is your life stress free? (“Who are you kidding?” you’re asking, right?) Did you know that stress accumulated over a period of time combined with a nutrient-poor diet can create something called adrenal exhaustion? Well, adrenal exhaustion means more than just feeling tired all the time, although that is a big indicator that things are […]
When Hormones are Toxic: Xenoestrogens
Xenoestrogens (xeno, meaning foreign) are other man-made chemicals found in everyday products that our bodies do not know how to handle. They have not only toxic effects but hormonal effects. Because these chemicals are similar in structure to the natural hormone estrogen, they affect the same areas of the body naturally regulated by estrogen. Found in […]
Beautiful Smiles Free from Fluoride
Toothpaste is another personal care product to choose carefully. Fluoride found in toothpaste can be very harmful to one’s health. Fluoride is a man-made chemical that adversely affects the brain, reproductive organs, and interestingly enough, the hard tissues of the body, like the teeth and nails. Fluorine, on the other hand, is a natural element […]
Stay Clean, Fresh, and Healthy Too!
Finding a healthy deodorant is very important. First, to state the obvious, you don’t want to smell bad, and also, you don’t want to put chemicals into your body. Most commercial deodorants contain aluminum. Aluminum can be toxic to the body, affecting the arteries, the digestive system, and the brain. Also, many deodorants are labeled […]
Wash Your Hair Without Toxins
Many shampoos, as well as soaps, detergents, and other products, contain the ingredients sodium laureth sulfate and sodium lauryl sulfate. These chemicals are very effective foaming agents. However, they are both highly irritating chemicals that can cause damage to the hair follicle, skin damage, eye damage, and even liver toxicity. Sodium laureth sulfate is considered […]
Is Corn Syrup Controlling Your Child?
Maybe, you’ve heard that corn syrup is not healthy. Or, to the contrary, you’ve seen the commercial sponsored by the corn farmers telling you that corn syrup is “natural.” Here is one family’s experience with the very real dangers of corn syrup. When this particular little boy was in the first grade, he started to […]
