Heavy metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium and aluminum are present in our environment in surprising places and can have a number of harmful effects on the body.
There is a mistaken notion that heart attacks only happen to men. Unfortunately, cardiovascular disease which leads to heart attacks and stroke is the number one killer of women in America killing half a million women each year.
Not all Estrogen is created equal. There is “good” Estrogen and “bad” Estrogen and your body needs to be able to not only distinguish between the two, it needs to be able to detoxify the “bad” estrogen.
Each plant has its own chemical make-up and that determines what the oil is used for. The most common uses for essential oils are stress relief, headaches, and respiratory issues such as colds or asthma.
Coconut oil is made up of medium chain triglycerides which the body metabolizes differently than it does other saturated fats. The medium chain triglycerides are utilized directly by the liver and turned into quick energy or into ketone bodies that are used to make healthy cells.
In a pilot study done in 2012, women who had premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) or PMS were found to have lower levels of melatonin, the hormone made by the pineal gland that regulates sleep.
The proper intake of essential fats, vitamins and minerals, and a balanced amount of health sugars are much needed. For a healthy brain and proper development, try adding these 5 superfoods into your child’s weekly diet.