Category Archives: Topics in Health

Understanding Acupuncture

I know it’s been ages since I’ve written a blog post, so what’s the word?  Well, it seems Acupuncture is making headway in the news and changing the way we perceive healthcare and the idea of wellness.  It (Acupuncture and … Continue reading

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Human Test Subjects

Genetically Modified Organism (GMO’s) is a common term we hear these days.  They (and by they I’m mostly talking about Monsanto) are beginning to take over our natural food sources by chemically as well as genetically altering them beyond their … Continue reading

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The Truth About Carbs

Here is a little info-graphic to help understand how our bodies truly process foods; namely carbohydrates & fats.  Insulin insensitivity (our bodies inability to recognize large amounts of insulin in the system, and the inability to utilize it properly) plagues … Continue reading

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The Joys of Turmeric

And by joys I really mean, health benefits!  Turmeric truly is one of the all time Superfoods of our time.  There is pretty much nothing Turmeric will not benefit and it’s fun to cook with as well as easy to … Continue reading

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What Does Acupuncture Treat?

Acupuncture treats a wide range of disorders and disease and is even more effective when used in addition to other treatments.  According to the World Health Organization  in an analysis of Controlled Clinical Trials, Acupuncture was clinically effective in treating … Continue reading

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