As we approach flu season in the midst of a pandemic, there is one topic at the forefront of almost every conversation: our immune systems. The majority of 2020 has included various research and new ways of taking care of ourselves holistically, to protect our health from the inside out. Something to add to your regime? Seaweed. Seaweed is a plant-based fiber, which has been shown to promote the growth of healthy intestinal flora, otherwise known [...]
Hypothyroid can be caused by an underactive thyroid, but is most often caused by a poor conversion of the storage form of thyroid hormone (T4) to the active form of the hormone (T3), and antibodies to the thyroid gland itself. Iodine and selenium both support healthy thyroid conversion, and may help lower antibodies. With obesity at epidemic proportions isn’t it time our multivitamins adjusted to the needs of the people? Thyroid symptoms include feeling cold or [...]
It's never easy receiving an upsetting diagnosis, especially if it is arthritis. The first thing on anyone's mind is what to do next to have a relatively normal quality of life. Unfortunately, in the case of arthritis, it is a degenerative disease with no known cure. However, that doesn't mean there aren't treatment options available. There are even natural approaches to arthritis relief for those who cannot handle conventional medications' side effects. One such approach to [...]
New research suggests incorporating these plentiful algae into our diets could be the key to keeping our hearts healthy! Growing up, we’re always told to eat our greens… however, no one told us these greens would be king to our western diets. Various types of Seaweed have been touted to help mitigate the risk of Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs) such as coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, peripheral arterial disease, rheumatic heart disease, congenital heart disease, and deep [...]
