Tag: supplement

2 Main Causes of DNA Damage, Eat These Foods to Repair Your DNA

All our life processes seem to be orchestrated according to a preprinted instruction manual—our cellular DNA. However, DNA is susceptible to damage, which can result in various diseases, including cancer, and contribute to aging. So how can we prevent, mitigate, or even repair DNA damage? 2 Main Causes of DNA Damage Human DNA is approximately…


Passionflower—Ancient Herbal Remedy Used for Calming the Body

Common Names: passionflower, maypop, apricot vine, maracuja, water lemon Latin Names: Passiflora incarnata Background Passionflower is a climbing vine that is native to the southeastern United States and Central and South America. Native peoples of the Americas used passionflower as a sedative. Sixteenth-century Spanish explorers in South America learned of passionflowers. The plant was then brought to Europe, where it became…


Is Kratom Safe?

Kratom is a tree in the coffee family. It’s found in Thailand and neighboring countries. For centuries, people in Southeast Asia have used its leaves for both increased energy and relaxation. More recently, people around the world are using it to treat pain or manage opioid withdrawal symptoms. But kratom’s safety and effectiveness haven’t been…


Should I Be Taking Vitamin D?

Known as the “sunshine vitamin,” Vitamin D is crucial to keeping you healthy and feeling good. It is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in very few foods. Some of these include fish, fish liver oils, egg yolks, and fortified dairy and grain products. Since it is found in very few foods, it is difficult to…


Aloe Vera, a Primer

Common Names: aloe Latin Names: Aloe vera, Aloe africana, Aloe arborescens, Aloe barbadensis Background Aloe is a cactus-like plant that grows in hot, dry climates. It is cultivated in subtropical regions around the world, including the southern border areas of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California. Historically, aloe has been used for skin conditions and was thought to improve baldness…


Four Things About Vitamin D Your Doctor Didn’t Tell You

Dr. Sean tells us the ins and outs of Vitamin D. What it is, why you need it, and the best place to get it. Vitamin D has been debated in COVID 19 treatment for the offense and defense. We have everything you need to know here! Dr. Sean McCaffrey is a physician, speaker, teacher,…


Tumeric, What You Need to Know

The use of turmeric dates back nearly 4000 years to the Vedic culture in India, where it was used as a culinary spice and had some religious significance. It probably reached China by 700 ad, East Africa by 800 AD, West Africa by 1200 AD, and Jamaica in the eighteenth century. The name turmeric derives from…


Turmeric: What You Need to Know

The use of turmeric dates back nearly 4,000 years to the Vedic culture in India, where it was used as a culinary spice and had some religious significance. It probably reached China by 700 ad, East Africa by 800 AD, West Africa by 1200 AD, and Jamaica in the 18th century. The name turmeric derives from…