This review highlights promising evidence for saffron supplementation as a natural aid in managing mild to moderate anxiety and depression. Ten recent studies support its potential as a complementary treatment.
Read MoreBerberine, a natural plant compound, is gaining attention as a powerful ally in managing type 2 diabetes. With promising clinical results comparable to metformin, it supports blood sugar control, insulin sensitivity, and cholesterol.
Read MoreOne must consider oral hygiene, local trauma, nutritional deficiencies, genetics, medications, as well as immune factors when creating a treatment plan to both prevent ulcers and hasten the healing process.1, 2 Unfortunately, the painful nature of…
Read MoreWith such a large segment of topical products being marketed for effects like “reducing facial shine,” “mattifying,” and “oil-control,” it is easy to appreciate how the experience of oily skin represents a common dermatological experience…
Read MoreCellulite represents a localized skin concern typically found over the posterolateral thighs, buttocks, and abdomen. The skin surface over such areas is often found to exhibit dimpling or an “orange-peel” appearance
Read MoreSeasonal affective disorder (SAD), also referred to as seasonal depression, is a mood disorder recognized by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DMV).
Read MoreThe ability to both focus for long periods of time and perform cognitive and memory-related tasks is important in everyday life and for many careers. Due to our busy lifestyles and high work demands, aspects…
Read MoreEssential oils (EOs) are specialized molecules derived from plants located in distinct areas like reservoirs, glandular hairs, specialized cells, or the interstitial space of cells. They function as protection against bacteria and temperature variations. 1…
Read MoreDiabetes will be one of the most challenging health problems in the 21st century. Currently, 8.8% of Canadians live with diabetes and six million Canadians have prediabetes. One in three Canadians is living with diabetes…
Read MoreA frequent and often frustrating challenge encountered in personal skin-care management is the experience of skin sensitivity. Compounding this situation is the notion of how, despite much recent research being directed toward its exploration, much…
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