There is no specific memory storage area in the brain, instead information is bundled in different association areas of the cerebral cortex. This means that different parts of the brain will be activated related to different aspects of learning. For...
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CT Scans May Deliver More Radiation Than Once Thought
The use of CT scans has increased from 3 million in 1980 to 70 million in 2007. According to a recent article in Medpage Today, 2 studies showed that radiation from CT scans were at higher levels than previously believed....
The Incredible, Edible….Garlic?
A recent article in the Associated Content featured the super food/ super herbal Garlic. Garlic has been studied for its anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties, cardiovascular promoting effects (lowering blood pressure, thinning blood, lowering cholesterol), and immune boosting properties. It may be for all these...
Inflammation, Mood, & The Gut
Recently, Dr. Mercola posted an article on the link between sugar and mood disorders. In the past few months, I presented a series to practicioners on the connection of mood disorders to a variety of systemic imbalances. The topics included...
Recipes for an Old Favorite: Christmas Crunch
3 Cups Popcorn Kernels 3 Dozen Eggs 7 Lemons 2 Cups Sugar 2 Ringing Phones 8 Spinning Plates Directions: Measure out the popcorn kernels and cook. Answer phone during popping. Put out fire. Gather and juggle eggs, lemons and...
Milk Thistle Decreases Liver Damage in Chemotherapy, The Danger of GM Foods, and Plastics De-masculinize Boys
Milk Thistle Found to Decrease Liver Inflammation in One StudyA recent study examined the effect of taking milk thistle with chemotherapy agents on 50 children diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). The results indicated that those who took milk thistle...
Baking Soda Miracle Cures & Hypertension (Plus More on H1N1)
Baking Soda For the Flu? Due to our fast paced society, many people suffer from occasional indigestion. An old wives tale of 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda in cool water has been used as remedy for this. It's so common, that most have...
Vegetables as Anti-inflammatories?, CoQ10, & Soft Drinks Increase Risk for Diabetes in Pregnancy
Thiocynate found in vegetables could be helpful for inflammatory disordersNew research has demonstrated a biochemical link of a component found in vegetables, thiocynate, to levels of inflammatory markers in certain disease processes. According to the researchers, thiocynate may be helpful with Cystic Fibrosis (CF)....
Decrease your Risk for Kidney Stones & The Power of Chlorophyll
Kidney Stones & the DietA recent article published by Orthomolecular Medicine News Service provided a link on kidney stones and recommendations for decreasing the risk of them forming.There are five types of kidney stones: 1. Calcium phosphate stones 2. Calcium oxalate stones (these...
Vitamin C’s Healthy Actions & Whey Cool!
The Antiviral Effects of Vitamin CThe December newsletter from orthomolecular medicine commented on the mechanisms behind using Vitamin C in large doses to produce an antiviral action.According to the article, ascorbate acts as an antioxidant to relieve inflammation, inactivates the...