I have been trying to get into Yoga for years and can’t seem to get started.  Certainly the health benefits are well documented and this is one form of exercise that we can do well into old age.  As a person with arthritis, it is important to stretch and keep the joints …

High levels of vitamin D in the blood appear to be linked to lower risks of colorectal cancer, although it is not clear if higher intake of the vitamin actually prevents the disease researchers say.
Still, the findings are food for thought:  Scientists found that those with the highest levels of vitamin D …

We all know how important exercise is at any age, but it is especially important as we get older.  I suffer from osteoarthritis and without exercise my joints are stiff and sore.  Exercise is also known to help with bone density, which is really critical as we age.  I found this article …

It has been over ten years since I discovered a more natural way to stay healthy and in that time I have made significant changes in our lifestyle.  Certainly my family can see the effort we make in our home.  We  filter the water and air, take lots of nutritionals and the …

Curcumin is an antioxidant found in turmeric – an Indian spice.  It is known for its antitumor and anti-inflammatory properties. It may also be effective in treating cancer and HIV infection.  This is a very good article, Natural Medicine Journal,  that explains the research that is going on with this product and …

Air Pollution Can Kill
The most widely quoted statistic about air quality is this: The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that indoor air can be two- to five-times more polluted than the air outdoors. And while the EPA is responsible for cracking down on outdoor pollution — the smog, ozone and other chemicals …

Do you ever feel really bloated after a meal?  You know the feeling – it is that tight uncomfortable feeling you get in your midsection.   To feel better, maybe you will loosen your belt or get into comfortable pants?  This feeling is often the result of something amiss in your gastrointestinal tract.  …

Dry skin is almost inevitable at this time of the year, but there are a couple of things you can do to minimize this problem.

Stay hydrated by drinking at least eight glasses of water each day.  This is so basic, but many people just simply do not get enough fluids.  It …