Nocturnal hypoglycemia is when blood sugar levels are low at night time, causing insomnia. Eating a whole grain snack or small piece of cheese 30 minutes before going to bed can help to reduce occurrences of this scenario. There are, unfortunately, hundreds of people that struggle with low-blood sugar symptoms and are unaware as to […]
Fasting and Gastrointestinal Disorders
It is probably no coincidence that the natural response to indigestion is to stop eating. Fasting gives the digestive tract a break from processing food and offers the gastrointestinal system a time to rest. There have been a number of studies examining the effects of water-only fasting on gastrointestinal disorders. In 1989, Scottish researchers compared […]
Herbs for Stress & Anxiety
Treat stress, anxiety, depression, and more with simple herbal remedies that calm your mind, build a healthy nervous system, and promote lasting peace. In this informative guide, renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar profiles 21 herbs proven to be effective at soothing common ailments like insomnia, panic attacks, skin conditions, and migraines. With simple directions for making […]
The Brain Diet
In this second, expanded edition of the best-selling The Brain Diet, Dr. Alan C. Logan incorporates the latest research on the connection between nutrition, mental health, and intelligence. Most people today know that good nutrition and good health are related and that poor nutrition frequently leads to cardiovascular disease and cancer. Unfortunately, few people realize […]