Congestive Heart Failure
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is the process that occurs when the heart does not pump blood effectively. Congestion then follows in the lungs and peripheral tissues. CHF can occur in both ventricles or just on…
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Berberine – A panacea for diabetics?
This action that berberine has on AMPK is one of the main reasons that interest in berberine’s effects on blood sugar management have been studied. AMPK activation is one the main mechanisms of action of…
Read MoreLosing your locs?
Who we are and how we feel is often expressed through our hair. Regardless of if hair is curly, straight, twisted, corn-rowed or locked; it is a universal sign of beauty, sensuality, fertility and attractiveness.…
Read MoreHygiene Routine Affecting Your Health?
We all do it. You know you’re guilty of it too. Want to know what I’m talking about? Personal hygiene. Do not get me wrong. This article is not going to tell you that personal…
Read MoreHidradenitis suppurativa
Dermatological conditions can often produce some of the most disturbing symptoms for patients to experience. They can be painful, itchy or release fluids, cause issues with self esteem and be constantly present as a reminder…
Read MorePsoriasis – Naturopathic Therapies
Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that may have varying levels of symptom intensity. It causes skin cells to grow very quickly, which results in thick silvery or red patches of skin . Usually, skin…
Read MoreHerpes Simplex Virus: HSV-1 and HSV-2
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a viral infection of the skin and mucous membranes. Lesions can occur in many different areas, especially in or around the mouth, lips, genitals, and eyes. There are two types…
Read MoreAlopecia – Natural Suppor
And so it begins. You find few strands of hair on your pillow and more than the usual amount on your hair brush. As you are cleaning your house, you begin to notice hair on…
Read MoreNiacin
Niacin is one form of vitamin B3. Niacinamide and inositol hexanicotinate are the other two forms of B3 that exist; these forms are generally used to treat different conditions within the body. B vitamins ultimately…
Read MoreProbiotics – Their Influence on Immunity
Probiotics are a popular intervention used by naturopathic doctors in the treatment of these atopic conditions, such as eczema, allergies, and asthma, as well as digestive disorders; in fact, epidemiological evidence has shown children with…
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