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Balancing The Autonomic Nervous System For Optimal Wellness

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The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is a complex and essential part of the human body responsible for regulating various involuntary functions, such as heart rate, digestion, respiratory rate, and many others. It consists of two complementary branches, the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) and the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS), which work together to maintain homeostasis. In […]

Natural Treatment For Type 2 Diabetes

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Holistic and Natural Treatment For Type 2 Diabetes More than 37 million Americans have diabetes (about 1 in 10), and approximately 90-95% of them have type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes most often develops in people over age 45, but more and more children, teens, and young adults are also developing it. Unlike many health […]

Low Dose Naltrexone Holds Promise for Long COVID Patients

According to the CDC, 1 in 13 adults in the U.S. (7.5%) have “long COVID” symptoms, defined as symptoms lasting three or more months after first contracting the virus. As of July 2022, more than 40% of adults in the United States reported having COVID-19 in the past, and nearly one in five of those […]

Top Heart Health Supplements 2023

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Seeking the Top Heart Health Supplements In 2023 Are you seeking the top heart health supplements for 2023, to give you the best chance against congenital or chronic heart disease? The COVID-19 pandemic has led to dramatic changes in our day-to-day lives, and has raised concerns about the virus’s effect on heart health. Among other […]

What to Know About Medicare Health Insurance Coverage

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Medicare is a health insurance program offered by the federal government and ran by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It provides health insurance primarily for Americans over 65 and others with chronic health disabilities and conditions. Many people often confuse it with Medicaid, but they have different offerings. Medicaid is a joint […]

Non-Surgical Weight Loss Options -Alternatives to Bariatric Surgery

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  The process of losing weight can be very frustrating, especially for those who find that eating a healthy diet and regular exercise aren’t producing any results. If this is the case for you, you may have considered surgery. While weight loss surgery (aka bariatric surgery) may seem like a quick and easy solution, it […]

Meditation Meets Mindfulness: The Power of Inner Peace 

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  People have been meditating for thousands of years, often as part of a spiritual practice. Recently, mindfulness has become a popular way to help people manage their stress or anxiety, or improve their overall well-being. Research has shown that mindfulness meditation changes our brain and biology in positive ways, improving mental and physical health.  […]

Break the Habit of Yo-Yo Dieting in Favor of Holistic Weight Loss Lifestyle Changes

If you find yourself struggling to stick with your weight loss program, you’re not alone. Many people who follow fad diets to lose weight end up gaining it back, only to start a new diet and repeat the cycle. A March 2019 study from the Columbia University Irving Medical Center found that 70% of female participants experienced […]

How can CBD Benefit Your Sleep?

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Millions of people around the world suffer from sleep disorders. There are many different types of sleep disorders, and they can range in severity from mild to chronic. Insomnia is the most common type of sleep disorder, and it affects an estimated 30% of adults in the United States. Many treatments are available for sleep […]

What is Naturopathic Medicine

What is Naturopathic Medicine? Naturopathic medicine is a distinct form of primary health care. Its philosophy is to seek prevention through lifestyle management that implements natural therapies which support the body’s ability and desire to return to optimal health. It is the most comprehensive form of medicine available as it combines the study of the […]