Death by cancer is one of those ominous threats that hovers over many people. Cancer has been a leading cause of death for decades. But surviving the disease can be brutal as well. If caught early enough, the abnormal cell growth that characterizes cancer can be isolated and removed. But the disease often spreads silently…
These 5 Substances Protect Your Liver
In a world rife with toxic exposures, you must protect your liver as if your life depends on it—because it does. Here are five substances that can help keep your hardest-working organ humming. Your liver gets very few breaks and has the difficult job of regulating an array of biological processes that are critical to…
Steady Heart, No Drugs
For patients with atrial fibrillation, a new exercise program has been found to help restore normal heart rhythm. This specialized six-month exercise program was presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2021. This new lifestyle treatment suggests that some patients can control their arrhythmia through physical activity, eliminating the need for complex interventions such as…
Parsley: A Nutrient-Packed Powerhouse
There are many health benefits of parsley in its fresh and dried forms, from a rich antioxidant profile to natural properties that can protect against diabetes and eye disorders. Parsley is often used as a flavoring in chopped greens, as a rich addition to salads, in sauces for juicy steaks, or as a trusty garnish…
Why You Should Eat These 5 Strange Foods
Maybe you’re already an adventurous eater. Or maybe you’re like Blue Shirt Guy at the beginning of Shawn Levy’s new movie “Free Guy” and always order the same thing when you go out to eat, thank you very much. Either way, trying foods you’ve never had before will add a little spice to your life….
The Fascinating Health Benefits of Hot Peppers
Chili peppers are berry fruits of the Solanaceae (nightshade) family. They have been a staple of Mexican cuisine for hundreds of years. The Columbian Exchange of the late-16th century—the widespread transportation of people, plants, animals, and cultural influences between the Americas, Old World, and Eastern and Western hemispheres—brought chili peppers to the world. These days,…
8 Secrets for Health and Healing
As an acupuncturist, I spent the better part of two decades working with clients. I always felt fortunate to have a parade of lovely and interesting people come to me for help. I was also fortunate because I learned something from every single client I saw. As a writer, I’ve been able to share some…
Antibacterial Agents From Nature
Probiotics, green tea, and honey are examples of “ancientbiotics”—natural compounds that have been used for centuries to address the overgrowth of opportunistic bacteria. These traditional medicines have also been scientifically validated as having antibacterial properties that are valued to this day. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has been declared one of the top 10 global public health…
Moving the Body to Ease the Mind
We exercise for a variety of reasons. Some want a healthier heart. Others work out as a way to build strength, endurance, and coordination. Still, others are motivated by image, and a desire to sculpt a fitter-looking figure. All of these pursuits have a physical goal. But for some people, exercise is more of a…
Anemia Cases Are on the Rise in the United States
How often do you think about anemia? I rarely do, personally. That’s probably because I’m a 40-year-old man and am not at particularly high risk. My wife, on the other hand, has relatively low iron and keeps an eye on her iron intake. Perhaps surprisingly, she’s not alone. New data show that a growing number…
US News
RSS Error: A feed could not be found at `https://www.theepochtimes.com/c-us/feed`; the status code is `200` and content-type is `text/html; charset=utf-8`