It’s common to feel tired when you’re depressed, but if you’ve had unrefreshing sleep for months and are exhibiting other symptoms you may want to look into the possibility that it is another problem, such as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). It’s estimated that as many as 10 million Americans may have CFS, also known as […]
Herbal Medicine Goes Mainstream
Herbal Medicine can be practiced alone or in conjunction with other modalities, such as psychotherapy, nutritional therapy, and even pharmacological medications. In developing countries, up to 80% of indigenous populations rely on herbs for primary health care needs. In France and Germany, 30 to 40% of all medical doctors rely on herbal preparations as their […]
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
People tend to think that only green vegetables are high in nutrients. Not so! Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, pantothenic acid, and vitamin B6. It is a very good source of choline, dietary fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, manganese, phosphorus, and biotin. Additionally, it is a good source of vitamin […]
Summer Seasonal Affective Disorder
Most people associate seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with the winter, but in fact many people suffer from the summer blues. As many as 25% of American are thought to suffer from some form of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD can be relatively mild or it can be a serious disorder that requires hospitalization. Because SAD […]