A
Timeless and Universal Health Principle
This article aims to give you a big picture look at how interconnected
all of your parts are. Really understanding this concept should
immunize you against the temptation to dip into the ocean of transient
miracle remedies on the market.
Alcohol:
From Glass to Brain in 6 Minutes
You may not want to bottom up after all. Booze is shown to leave
the glass and hit your brain in 6 minutes, according to this study.
Flu
and Colds Linked to Lack of Vitamin D
A
new epidemiological study in nearly 19,000 Americans indicates that
lack of adequate vitamin D may leave people vulnerable to the common
cold and the flu.
Doctors
Group Shows GM Foods Pose Serious Health Risks
Citing several animal studies, the AAEM concludes "there is
more than a casual association between GM foods and adverse health
effects" and that "GM foods pose a serious health risk."
Finally,
the Food Chopper I've Been Looking for
I'd been using a lousy food chopper for years. Thankfully, I now
have a quality food chopper that makes vegetable prep work actually
easier, and it's a breeze to clean up. If you've been trying to
include more vegetables in your diet, learn why a food chopper can
help you reach your goals.
Harvard
Pharma Influence Earns Ivy League University an "F"
The elite and prestigious Harvard medical school has gotten itself
a big fat "F" from a medical student watch dog group that
monitors corruption and influence of pharmaceutical companies.
Some
Other Health Problems Associated with Halitosis
Halitosis is usually caused by a variety of minor factors. Sometimes,
however, chronic bad breath can be a sign of more severe health
problems within your body.
The
Importance of Washing Your Hands
Washing your hands after human or unknown surface area contact may
be the difference in coming down with a cold or killing the germ
before it can attack your immune system.
Want
to Lower Your Blood Pressure? Try Bananas
That's right, the potassium-rich banana may help lower your blood
pressure, according to this new study. Low potassium intake was
also found in African Americans, who may be more at risk for blood
pressure problems.
Some
Basic Info on the Human Liver
Did you know that a diseased or damaged liver can cause diabetes
and other serious ailments? Here's some information everyone needs
to know about their livers.
Symptoms
of a Liver Problem
A liver problem may manifest itself in a variety of symptoms, and
some of them seem to be completely disconnected from your liver.
Herbs
for Liver Cleansing
The liver can repair itself with help from improved nutrition and
certain herbs.
Health
Issues Stemming from the Liver
While most people think liver problems arise from over consumption
of alcohol, liver diseases can be caught from viral infections and
harmful bacteria and parasites within your body.
Natural
Liver Remedies
To help your liver be as healthy and productive as it can be, you
may need to start taking a few perfectly safe and natural herbs.
What
If No One Were Fat?
Leah Day examines an offensive MSN article that ponders a world
where fat people just plain don't exist.
The
Science of Willpower: Help Your Goals with Hypnosis
Unfortunately, willpower only works in the short term. Your conscious
mind is only able to process approximately 50 bits of information
a second, while your unconscious mind processes approximately 11
million bits per second. Learn how to channel this power through
hypnosis.
Artificial
Sweeteners Linked to Weight Gain
Here at Health & Beyond Online, we've always considered
artificial sweeteners to be nonfoods that have no place in the human
body. In this article you'll learn how artificial sweeteners may
actually contribute to weight gain. A must read if you're
using any artificial sweetener!
Biofuels
Doubts Depend by New Study
The US-based new studies find that making biofuels from most food
crops cause more greenhouse gas emissions than conventional fuels,
if you include the processes required to produce ethanol from crops.
A
Response to CNN's "Are You an Obnoxious Patient?"
CNN published an article about obnoxious patients. Do you think
of yourself as an "obnoxiou" patient? Or do you feel like
you have to deal with an "obnoxious" doctor?
The
Causes of Hemorrhoids
Some 50% of Americans experience hemorrhoids before they turn 50.
Learn what causes hemorrhoids and how to naturally prevent them.
The
ABC's of Alternative Medicine
Here are a few of the score of alternative medicine modalities out
there defined. A good place to start if you're new to the alternative
medicine arena.
FDA
Allows "Hilarious" Corn Oil Health Claim
The FDA allows the big food industries to get away with claiming
corn oil is good for you and can actually help your heart; ready
for the caveat? The ruling permits the health claim on the labels
of corn oil products, which includes the bizarre little
scientific evidence
High
Fructose Corn Syrup Takes Another Hit
The rise in Americas obesity rates parallel the rise in consumption
of high-fructose corn syrup, which occurred as manufacturers replaced
costlier cane sugar (sucrose) in drinks and snacks with high-fructose
corn syrup.
Dried
Tart Cherries Top Antioxidant List, May Aid Pain and Sleep
So
it may come as a surprise to learn that cherries especially
dried, tart cherries approximate the potent antioxidant power
of its two trendier companions, pomegranate juice and the purple
Amazonian fruit called açai.
Omega-3s
Boost Infant Brains
The marine omega-3 known as DHA is a critical component of human
brains and eyes, and is essential to optimal child development.
Stop
Snoring WITHOUT Surgery
If snoring is turning your bedroom into a battle zone or worse,
you'll want to learn about non-surgical techniques to reduce or
altogether eliminate nose noise at night. This is a "must read"
for those with annoying snoring problems.
Looking
for the Secret of Longevity
The conquistador Ponce de Leon once combed a hazardous swamp wasteland
for the fountain of youth in what is now known today as St. Augustine,
Florida. Is there a secret to long life? Let's look at some supercentenarians
and see if we can find the secret.
Animal
Cloning Vs. Grass Fed Beef
As to date genetically engineered animals have been produced for
breeding purposes only and not for food. It is unlikely that cloned
animal meat will make it to the market place anytime soon. If and
when this does enter the market, will it be safe to consume?
Oprah
and Expert Guests Endorse Wild Salmon
Oprah and two medical doctors correct the mistake made in "O"
magazine regarding salmon and mercury levels and the exagerrated
risks of wild salmon consumption.
Oprah's
Magazine Madly Misled on Mercury in Salmon
We at Vital Choice Seafood admire Oprah Winfrey immensely, so were
disheartened to discover that the April 2005 issue of her O
magazine ran an article wrongly calling into question the safety
of wild salmon.
Seafood
Versus Depression and Inflammation
In fall 2004, one superstar drug after another fell
from its pedestal, the victims of exaggerated claims and unforeseen
side effects.
Meanwhile, omega 3 fatty acid which is found in fish oil continued
to rise as a fighter of depression.
Buyer
Beware: Wild Salmon Scams Run Rampant
When you see wild salmon on the market which a fishy price--one
that's too good to be true--walk away. You're not buying wild salmon
but farm salmon labeled to mislead you and rip you off.
Extra
Dark Chocolate Seen to Fight Chronic Fatigue
The
flavanols abundant in raw cocoa powder and dark chocolate--dominated
by some of the same catechin-class flavanols abundant in green and
white tea--help protect cells from oxygen free radicals and reduce
inflammation damage.
Survey
Reveals Pandemic Flu Behavior
When
faced with a serious outbreak of pandemic flu, a large majority
of Americans are willing to make major changes in their lives and
cooperate with public health officials' recommendations.
Friendly
Skeptic Looks at Goji
Cancer researcher Ralph Moss takes a close look at the latest rage
in the network marketing health industry: Goji Juice. Does the stuff
live up to its claims... or is it just another over-priced "nutritional"
drink?
Friendly
Skeptic Looks at Mangosteen
Cancer researcher Ralph Moss takes a close look at the latest rage
in the network marketing health industry: mangosteen. Does the stuff
live up to its claims... or is it just an expensive fruit drink?
The
Right to Die
Do we as individuals have the right to choose when and how we'll
die? In this article, Dennis McClellan shares some thoughts and
book recommendations.
Traditional
Kim Chi If you enjoy spicy and naturally-prepared foods as much as
I do, you're going to absolutely love this tasty, fermented Korean
dish known as Traditional Kim Chi. And it's good for you,
too!
Natural
Insect Bite Treatments
In this blog entry, I share five interesting home remedies for pesky
insect stings. Four of the five treatments are quite useful. The
fifth one is just for fun reading and is NOT to be tried by anyone
other than rattlesnake handlers.
Most
Common Household Toxins
Dr. Ben Kim looks at some very common items you'll find around the
house and how many of them contain dangerous toxins.
Beware
of Caffeine Danger in Energy Drinks
So-called energry drinks like Red Bull and Sobe pack a whole lot
of punch, and they are terrible for you. Most energy drinks contain
up to three to four times as much caffeine as a
regular soda.
Hospitals
Serving Up French Fries with Trans Fat
Trans fat has made itself a home in French fries. And unhealthy
fries have made a home in hospitals. Check out a table and see how
hospital fries compare to McDonald's in trans fat content.
How
to Prevent Frozen Shoulder
In
this article, Dr. Ben Kim discusses one of the most common and preventable
physical health challenges over the years, frozen shoulder,
also known as adhesive capsulitis.
Dr.
Ben Kim's Free Newsletter
Do yourself a big favor and take a couple of seconds to sign up
right now for Dr. Kim's newsletter. You'll learn so many natural
health techniques from Dr. Kim that you'll want to scream in delight.
It's true. I'm not exaggerating about this!
Gifts
for Always Cold People
If you know someone who's always cold and who bundles up in layers
in eighty degree weather, here are some great gift ideas to keep
them warm all year long.
Science
Under Siege
Steven Seagal himself couldn't counter all the medical and corporate
terrorists who are turning modern science into a burning battleship.
The
Sad Side of Fasting
In this article Dr. Ben Kim discusses the sad side of fasting and
the pursuit of dietary purity.
Understanding
High Blood Pressure
I completely agree that consistently having high blood pressure
can increase your risk of suffering a heart attack, stroke, and
kidney problems. However, in the vast majority of cases of high
blood pressure, the pressure is high because it needs to be.
Fat
Makes You Fat
The
claim "Fat is a fat is a fat and therefore makes you
fat", isn't theoretically untrue, but nevertheless, in real
life it is wrong and literally misleading.
Nanotechnology
and the Precautionary Principle
No one denies that nanotech will produce real benefits, but, based
on the history of nuclear power, biotechnology and the chemical
industry, skeptics are calling for a precautionary approach.
Friendly
Skeptic Looks at Ambrotose®
Cancer researcher Ralph Moss takes a close look at the network marketing
health industry's popular glyconutrient, Ambrotose®.
Does the product live up to hype about its disease-fighting properties?
Beware
of Cell Phones
If you use a cell phone on a regular basis, there are some possible
health risks you should be aware of.
Essential
Information about Blood Sugar and Insulin You have approximately 5 litres of blood traveling around in
your blood vessels and heart at any given moment. In these 5 litres
of blood, you need only about one teaspoon of sugar for all of your
regular activities.
The
Most Important Lesson I Learned in Korea
When I was in my late 20s, I left a lucrative professional position
in the arctic of Alaska to move to Seoul, South Korea. My main reason
for doing this was that I had a lot to say to my parents.
Major
Depression and Manic Depression: What's the Difference?
Countless number of patients and their family members have asked
me about manicdepression and major depression. Is there
any difference? Are they one and the same? Is
the treatment the same? And so on. Each time I encounter a
chorus of questions like these, I am enthused to provide answers.
Today's
Toxic Burden
One of the most overlooked, underrated reasons for today’s escalating
disease rate is the presence of toxic substances in our lives. Toxins
(poisons) are making us sick while huge corporations — including
chemical manufacturers — are getting rich.
Dr.
William Donald Kelley
William Donald Kelley, DDS, MS, one of the most significant figures
in the history of alternative cancer treatments, passed away on
January 30, 2005, at the age of 79. Learn about the life of this
fascinating and controversial figure.
How
to Have Fun Again Health author Debbie Mandel lets you in on the secret of having
fun again and living life like you were twelve.
Are
Needle Biopsies Safe? In this remarkable and stunning article, Dr. Ralph Moss reveals
yet another possible mass atrocity of the medical and pharmaceutical
empire. Needle biopsies, which are all but standard in "diagnosing"
for cancer, may actually spill the cancer into uninfected parts
of the body.
How
to Find Lasting Relief for Nasal Congestion Do you know someone who suffers with chronic nasal congestion?
Im not referring to nasal congestion that comes with typically
short-term conditions like the common cold, the flu, a sinus infection,
or hay fever. Im referring to people who feel healthy overall,
but cant figure out why they usually feel stuffed up.
How
to Effectively Treat a Sprained Ankle
For years, the standard protocol for treating a sprained ankle has
been the R.I.C.E. method - Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
While this protocol usually prevents further damage and allows gradual
healing of a sprained joint, I have found that people recover more
quickly and effectively when they follow the following recommendations.
Patients are Blindsided by Dangers of Lasik Surgery
In this interesting and informative article, you'll learn about
dangerous "side effects" that can occur from laser eye
surgery. This procedure isn't as simple or safe as the eye surgeons
doing it would have you believe.
Are
You Throwing Away Your Egg Yolks?
Cholesterol is not a deadly poison, but a substance that is absolutely
necessary for you to be healthy. High cholesterol itself does not
cause heart disease. Join Dr. Kim join in never throwing away another
egg yolk.
An
Organic Egg Really Does Do Your Body Good
If you've been staying away from eggs because of the fear of high
cholesterol, it may be worth your while to get cracking. Cracking
organic eggs, that is.
Acute
Back Pain The best thing that you can do for yourself as soon as you feel
that familiar spasm or pull in your back muscles is the following:
Nothing.Does this surprise you? Read on for more.
Eating
Too Much Fruit Can Be Dangerous to Your Health
While fruits and vegetables are much better for you than refined
foods like cookies and chips, my experiences and research have led
me to believe that too much fruit can be harmful to your health.
Sunlight
and Lymphoma
Cancer researcher Dr. Ralph Moss examines sunlight and lymphoma
and the myths and truths behind both.
Say
No to High Heels
What do toe pain, mid foot pain, heel pain, ankle pain, knee pain,
hip pain, lower back pain, mid back pain, upper back pain, and headaches
all have in common? You guessed it--high heels.
Avoiding
Hearing Loss
Dr. Ben Kim gives you some precautions on saving your hearing. This
article is an eye opener, as much as it is an ear opener--some noises
you may think are safe are actually not.
"Less
Is More" in the Treatment of Prostate Cancer
Dr.
Ralph Moss quotes a DFCI study showing evidence that less toxic
chemical therapy for treating prostate cancer is better for patients
than the standard two month radiation and three year hormone suppressant
therapy.
The
Truth about Saturated Fats and Cholesterol
Dr.
Ben Kim writes about his experience with Inuits in Alaska and how
their diet of healthy fats and cholesterol changed to a diet of
damaged ones because of processed foods.
Relieving
Chronic Low Back Pain
Do
you know anyone who suffers from chronic low back pain? As simple
as it seems, many people with chronic low back pain can improve
and even fully heal their backs by doing this one simple thing.
Being
Safe around Arsenic
Although the United States Environmental Protection Agency banned
the use of arsenic-containing wood for homes and playgrounds on
January 1, 2004, approximately 70% of homes and 14% of playgrounds
in the States still have decks, porches, and play structures that
contain arsenic.
US
Doctor Champions New Medical Model
An interesting article which tells about the medical model of Dr.
Patch Adams, a physician who uses love and humor and listening
to treat and help his patients heal.
Why
I Don't Trust Doctors
Josh Day looks at JAMA's published article on the third leading
cause of death in America. No, it's not cancer, but it has much
more to do with the little men in the white lab coats than you probably
think...
Exercising
True Prevention
Did you know a survey was conducted that showed 75% of medical doctors
would not subject their bodies to chemotherapy? Dr. Ben Kim
explains true prevention so you won't have to deal with these hypocrites.
The
Flu Scare Game
A must-read
article on the so-called "flu threat." John Keller writes,
"It's a crock, a lie, and a sham; a conspiracy to generate
fear and stampede people to use a vaccine of questionable effectiveness
to the benefit of pro-immunization bureaucrats, and big pharma.
Sounds harsh, but follow the math and the money."
How
to Treat Ear Wax
Dr. Ben Kim gives some techniques to naturally eliminate earwax.
Soft
Drinks, Hard Facts Research
suggests kids who drink a lot of soft drinks risk becoming fat,
weak-boned, cavity-prone and caffeine-addicted. If you drink even
one glass of soft drinks a day, then this article is a must-read.
Why
Do You Want to Be Healthy?
Everyone says being healthy is what you should do. Dr. Ben Kim joins
us again this week and discusses the link between physical health
and a proper state of mind in conjunction with what happens to your
body as you get healthier.
Getting
Healthier from the Inside Out
In September of 2004, Dr. Ben Kim graciously agreed to serve as
the professional Natural Hygiene resource for Health & Beyond
Online subscribers and readers. Read all about him and his practice
here.
Flu
Season
As predictable as the return of yellow school buses and Monday Night
Football, the arrival of fall also brings the first fearful chatter
about the approaching flu season.
Supersized
Nation
A review of the award-winning documentary "Supersize Me"
and an honest look at fast food in our culture.
Another
Dissident Dermatologist
A disenfranchised M.D. breaks from the norm and challenges the pharmaceutical
empire from one of the most well-respected dermatology institutes
in the world. "The field is just replete with nonsense,"
he told the Times.
Bad
Cholesterol: a Myth and a Fraud
F. Batmanghelidj,
M.D, writes: "We in the medical profession, totally oblivious
of the vital roles of cholesterol in the body, have been duped into
thinking that it is this substance that causes arterial disease
of the heart and the brain."
Of
Enzymes, Worms, and Cancer
Dr. Ralph Moss takes a look at the consumption of worms and other
insects for their natural, restorative enzymes.
Pawspoint
Reflexology in Animals
Yvette Eastman, a reflexologist, examines the connection between
the feet or paws and mental and physical states in both humans and
animals.
Depleted
Uranium Weapons Hazardous to Health
Environmentalist Peter Montague reveals in this thoroughly researched
article the dangers of depleted uranium weapons to human life and
health.
Chicken
Soup: Nature's Best Cold and Flu Remedy?
Learn how science has validated chicken soup as being useful and
effective when you're down with a cold or flu. This article provides
great "how to" information, including two healing chicken
soup recipes.
How
to Read Food Labels
Natural bodybuilder Anthony Ellis teaches you how to properly read
a food label in this interesting and informative article. Know what
you're putting in your body. Read the labels.
Prescription
Drug Use in America
Jay S. Cohen, MD, reveals disturbing information and trends in America's
dangerous reliance on prescription medications
A
Pesto Said to Remove Heavy Metals
Heavy metal poisoning is rampant. It may be a major cause of hormonal
imbalances, cancer, thyroid problems, neurological disturbances,
learning problems, depression, food allergies, parasites, and more.
This is a great recipe that is not only easy to make but also really
yummy, and it tells you how to remove heavy metals from the body.
Is
Wine Healthy for You? If you believe wine is healthy for the human body, you may well
revise your opinion after reading the point of view presented by
health writer June Russell.
The
Obesity Sleuths The
results of the most extensive research investigation into the relationship
between chronic health conditions and physical inactivity have been
released by a team of “obesity sleuths.”
How
to Feed Kids Dr. Elson Haas reveals in this excellent article how you
can teach your children to eat sensibly and healthfully. Includes
valuable suggestions for getting your kids off junk snacks and onto
whole, natural foods.
Gall
Bladder Flushes This article provides basic information and "how to"
details for performing a gall bladder flush at home. When the liver
has been stagnant for a long time, sediments form in the gall bladder,
according to some natural health writers, and that's the time to
do a home gall bladder flush.
Soy:
Too Good to Be True In this important article, two authors
from the Gerson Institute discuss soy and soy products, pointing
out that eating them may not be a wise thing to do at all.
The
World's Oldest Man Learn all about Antonio Todde,
the world's oldest living man, and how he's lived 112 years because
of wine, pasta, and good genes.
For
What are We Saving?
After coming close to dying, Mark Nepo looked back at his life and
realized he'd been living for a lot of the wrong reasons. In this
superb little piece, you can find out if you're living for the right
thing or for the wrong things. This is great reading.
Ten
Important Reasons to Avoid Caffeine
Best-selling author Stephen Cherniske provides ten reasons to stop
drinking coffee and soft drinks and why you should take all caffeine-containing
"foods" out of your diet.
Organics:
The Blurred Vision of ABC's 20/20 Report
ABC turned 20/20 loose on organic produce in a biased story in the
first quarter of 2000, and in this article we have a response by
two men a lot more qualified to discuss the good and bad points
of organics.
Cognitive/Memory
Decline and Nutrition
In this 75-page eReport, H&B Online contributing editor
Karen Railey provides exciting new information that will show
you how to overcome typical memory problems that come with aging.
Must reading if you're walking around in a brain fog forgetting
names and where you put the car keys.
Psychology
of Successful Career Change
If you're unhappy in your work, you can't attain ultimate health.
In this interesting article Ph.D. Jon Snodgrass tells how
to find work that also satisfies.
Diseases
Caused by Sugar Poisoning
As long ago as 1910, thinking people were predicting an onslaught
of diseases as a result of consuming refined sugar. This fascinating
article makes great reading because the authors were so on the money
with their forecasts.
Pesticides
and Aggression
Rachel's Weekly once again comes up with a "must read" article.
In this issue, editor Peter Montague reveals how pesticides are
contributing to not only ill health but also aggression in modern
society. Read this article for the sake of your children's mental
and physical health.
From
Cow to Cannibal: Why I Stopped Eating Beef
When the government forced Hudson Foods to recall 25 million pounds
of contaminated beef in July of 1997, I started researching
the story for a short editorial. The more I researched, the more
I learned, and the more disgusted I became.
The
Great Health Hoax
Medical "science" loves to cite their double-blind studies as proof
that this or that drug or new procedure will cure this or that disease.
Then, when the new drug or procedure's actually working in the real
world, on far too many occasions, people start getting sick or dying
and the new breakthrough turns out to be one more instance of medical
pie in the sky. Read this article to learn how medical "science"
has been scamming all of us for decades.
The
Hidden Hazards of Microwave Ovens
If you're still using a microwave oven, you need to take a close
look at this article right now. Read what a Swiss scientist and
researcher has discovered regarding dangers with microwave ovens
that few of us have ever thought about.
True
Health Freedom!
In this article, Dr. Robert Sniadach writes about Natural Hygiene
and how modern men and women can use it to stop living lives of
quiet desperation and start living lives as spiritual and physical
warriors.
Energy
Unlimited
John H. Tobe took on and poked holes in practically everything that
"mass manufacturing" and the "medical establishment" came up with
until his death in 1979. He was also one of the few people to visit
the Hunza people in the 1950's and wrote about their unexceptional
health. The article you're about to read comes from his book, The
Golden Treasury of Natural Health Knowledge, which is full of
articles he wrote during his lifetime for his monthly magazine Provoker.
Also contains one of the great recipes for muesli.
My
Family's Experience with Homeopathy
Many people use homeopathy instead of modern medicines with their
often dangerous side effects. Click here to read why Joel Preston
and his family use this kind of alternative health approach in their
lives.
Health
and Food in Russia
Craig De Mott shares with us a fascinating article depicting health
and food in Russia in June of 1999.
A
Cure from Outer Space
Since I like to have something for everyone on H&B Online,
I've including this article by a healer in California who received
the formula for this concoction from aliens. Hey, the formula looks
healthier to me than a lot of stuff I see people spending hard-earned
money for, so don't laugh.
Tomatoes
and Arthritis
Eating tomatoes and other members of the nightshade family can make
your arthritis worse. Read this article to learn more about
the nightshade family.
Medical
Mistakes In this frightening article, Peter Montague discusses
how infections produced by medical care are directly responsible
for 20,000 deaths among hospital patients in the U.S. each year
as well as contributing to another 70,000 deaths, according to the
Centers for Disease Control.
How
to Host a Healthy Party
Sue Molenda was tempted to host a conventional party for her daughter,
but then she decided to try having a healthy party for a group of
teenagers. Click here to read all about the fascinating result.
Cinnamon
Helps Type 2 Diabetes
In this short and easy to read article, Mike Hodge reveals how a
teaspoon of cinnamon every day can do wonders for those with Type
2 diabetes or the millions of overweight men and women in danger
of getting it.
Self-Care
Guide to Holistic Health
Natural health writer Larry Trivieri Jr. shares a detailed
guide for attaining holistic health. Contains instructive information
on many things you can do at home to get well and stay well.
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