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Vaping's Secret Ingredient
Just like regular smoking tobacco, electronic cigarettes or vapes rely on nicotine as a primary draw. But there's another addictive ingredient too, especially aimed at younger users.
Neotame is an artificial sweetener 7,000 to 13,000 times sweeter than traditional sugar. A survey found neotame is used in all of 11 popular disposable vape ...Read more

On Nutrition: Learning from plants
A young friend of ours, an emergency room nurse, was staying at our home for a few days when we were out of town. I nonchalantly asked her to give my plants a little water if they felt dry.
She almost had an anxiety attack. “I’m much better at keeping people alive than plants,” she confessed.
That encounter reminded me of a commercial I ...Read more
Cost at Sea
There is growing awareness -- and alarm -- at news that human brains (and the rest of our bodies) contain microplastic particles that may be causing harm, such as increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke.
Now comes news that location is a risk factor.
New data suggests that people who live near the ocean have...Read more

On Nutrition: The battle against MS
We just returned from a reunion in Idaho with some of my closest cousins and their families. One especially poignant visit was with my cousin who is fighting a rare form of multiple sclerosis called “progressive MS.” In spite of it all, she remains as beautiful and spunky as she was in our younger years.
While there is currently no cure for...Read more
Thirdhand Smoking Gun
Thirdhand smoke occurs when chemical residues from smoking linger in carpets, furniture and walls long after the cigarette has been extinguished.
Researchers have found that children who inhale these particles by disturbing fabric fibers while playing or ingest them by touching contaminated surfaces and then putting their hands in their ...Read more

On Nutrition: America's food
When our recent road trip across three states concluded, a stockpile of random popcorn kernels littered the floor of our vehicle. It happens every time we take a long trip. And it probably won’t change, especially since it’s a food that got its origins in the Americas.
According to information from USDA’s National Agricultural Library, ...Read more
The Middle Ground of Loneliness
A new study of 64,000 adults across Europe, North America and the Middle East reaffirmed that loneliness generally increases with age, but unlike in other parts of the world, middle-aged people in the U.S. and the Netherlands felt lonelier than older generations.
"Advocacy and interventions to address the loneliness epidemic have historically...Read more
State of Mind
The American Psychological Association says more than three-quarters of U.S. adults report stress-related symptoms, including depression and fatigue. Topsure, a luxury product website, ranked all 50 states based on work, finances, family, health and safety and work-life balance to see where most of these stressed-out folks lived.
The 10 most ...Read more

On Nutrition: Don't miss the fine print on weight-loss drugs
I hear a lot of talk around our small town when someone becomes noticeably thinner. “He sure has lost a lot of weight.” “Did she have weight loss surgery?” “I hope he’s not sick.”
What seems to be getting the most attention lately, however, are the number of people who have lost weight with certain medications. And the most ...Read more
Vaccine News
For folks who believe vaccines work, here's a shot in the arm:
Three recent studies looked at the effectiveness of specific vaccines, two estimating the difference in outcomes between vaccinated and unvaccinated populations.
According to STAT:
-- An early estimate of the effectiveness of this year's COVID-19 shot showed its effectiveness in...Read more

On Nutrition: Processed or ultra-processed?
When I hear the term “ultra-processed” food, my mind goes directly to what I see in most convenience stores. Sodas, energy drinks, candy bars, pastries and cheese puffs come to mind. These items contain more than their fair share of sugar and/or salt and are sorely lacking in essential nutrients such as protein, vitamins, minerals and ...Read more
Muscle Madness
Fueled by social media, more boys and men are turning to supplements like amino acids, creatine monohydrate, pre-workout drinks or powders, protein bars and whey protein product in an effort to bulk up and look like their favorite superhero.
But that increase in muscle is associated with another kind of boost: body dysmorphia, a mental health...Read more

On Nutrition: The power of food on mood
We were driving through a small (as in 158 people) town in the far northwestern corner of Colorado when I saw something that made me smile. Several yards from a small farmhouse, a white wooden container was perched on a stand about as high as a mailbox. It had three sides and was open in the front. Out of the elements and neatly placed inside ...Read more
Homeopathy for Fatigue-Related Mood Swings: Natural Remedies for Emotional Balance
• Ignatia: Ignatia, derived from the seeds of the Ignatia amara tree, is a homeopathic remedy that may help alleviate mood swings caused by fatigue and emotional stress. It can be beneficial for individuals experiencing sudden changes in mood, such as sadness, anger, or irritability.
• Nux Vomica: Nux Vomica, prepared from the seeds...Read more
Homeopathy for Anxiety and Stress: Natural Supplements to Find Inner Calm
• Aconite: Aconite, derived from the plant Aconitum napellus, is a homeopathic remedy that may help alleviate sudden and intense anxiety. It can be beneficial for individuals experiencing panic attacks or anxiety triggered by specific events or situations.
• Argentum Nitricum: Argentum Nitricum, prepared from silver nitrate, is a ...Read more
Homeopathy for Creativity: Natural Supplements to Boost Your Artistic Flow
• Anacardium: Anacardium, derived from the marking nut, is a homeopathic remedy that may help stimulate creativity and enhance concentration. It can be beneficial for individuals experiencing mental blocks or self-doubt that hinder their creative expression.
• Kali Bromatum: Kali Bromatum, prepared from potassium bromide, is a ...Read more
Homeopathy for Test Anxiety: Natural Supplements to Promote Calmness and Focus
• Argentum Nitricum: Argentum Nitricum, derived from silver nitrate, is a homeopathic remedy that may help alleviate test anxiety. It can be beneficial for individuals who experience nervousness, anticipatory anxiety, and fear of failure before exams.
• Gelsemium: Gelsemium, prepared from the yellow jasmine plant, is a homeopathic ...Read more
Homeopathy for Memory Enhancement: Natural Supplements to Boost Cognitive Function
• Bacopa Monnieri: Bacopa Monnieri, also known as Brahmi, is a herb commonly used in homeopathy to enhance memory and cognitive function. It may help improve learning abilities, concentration, and retention of information.
• Phosphorus: Phosphorus is a homeopathic remedy derived from the chemical element phosphorus. It is believed ...Read more
Homeopathy for Public Speaking Anxiety: Natural Supplements to Boost Confidence
• Gelsemium: Gelsemium, derived from the yellow jasmine plant, is a homeopathic remedy that may help reduce nervousness and stage fright associated with public speaking. It can be beneficial for individuals who experience trembling, weakness, and anticipatory anxiety before speaking in front of an audience.
• Argentum Nitricum: ...Read more
Homeopathy for Focus and Concentration: Natural Supplements for Enhanced Mental Clarity
• Kali Phosphoricum: Kali Phosphoricum, derived from potassium phosphate, is a homeopathic remedy that may aid in improving mental focus and reducing mental exhaustion. It can be beneficial for individuals experiencing brain fog, forgetfulness, or difficulty concentrating.
• Lycopodium: Lycopodium, prepared from the clubmoss plant, ...Read more
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