Sage has been used in Europe for centuries as a spice and a medicine. There are many different species of sage, with some reports describing over 500 species. Salvia officinalis and Salvia lavandulaefolia/Salvia lavandulifolia are two species covered in this monograph; both are used interchangeably in commerce. However, Salvia officinalis is more commonly used medicinally, […]
Power Foods for the Brain
Could your breakfast or lunch be harming your memory? Are you missing out on the foods that could prevent Alzheimer’s disease? Everyone knows good nutrition supports your overall health, but few realize that certain foods-power foods-can protect your brain and optimize its function, and even dramatically reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s Disease. New York Times […]
Cleansing, Fasting, and Detoxification
Most cultures and religions around the world have practiced cleansing, fasting, and detoxification rituals for centuries. In these traditions, common aspects of cleansing practices include the elimination or restriction of certain food and drink for a designated period of time. Science has verified the health benefits of these practices. A 2007 study by Intermountain Healthcare […]
Exercise and Dementia
If you’re looking for more reasons to keep your New Year’s workout resolution, here is something that may help. More and more research is finding that dementia risk is significantly higher for sedentary middle-aged adults and that being physically fit may actually be preventative. In 2011, the first baby boomers turned 65, an age when […]