Ginseng (Panax ginseng) and maca (sometimes called Peruvian ginseng) are often compared as similar health-promoting herbs. Both Panax Ginseng and Lepidium meyenii (maca root) are a special class of herbs known as adaptogens. Adaptogens create non-toxic, nonspecific effects that help the body properly respond to the every day stresses of life. Both offer support for…
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Millions of Americans deal with anxiety every day. It is the most common mental illness in the United States. Fortunately, many people with anxiety can benefit from holistic solutions. Some of these solutions — like diet and exercise — are easily accessible. Others are more controversial and difficult to obtain. Perhaps you’re already familiar with…
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We all know that a healthy diet is crucial to keeping a healthy body. But what about a healthy mind? As more and more data has shown the intrinsic link between dietary patterns and mental wellbeing, a new field of science has emerged: nutritional psychiatry. Nutritional psychiatry recognizes that healthy eating affects much more than…
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Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States. They affect nearly 18% of adults and can present at any age. People who experience anxiety may worry excessively about everyday stressors like money, health, or family issues. Anxiety disorders can also impact physical health, causing headaches, muscle tension, sleep problems, or nausea.…
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The American Psychological Association defines stress as “the physiological or psychological response to internal or external stressors.” Everyone feels stressed from time to time, but chronic stress is more prevalent than ever in the 21st century. With longer work hours, less familial support, plus added economic tensions, it’s almost become normal to feel isolated, overwhelmed,…
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It’s one of the most-asked questions in current medicine: How do I prevent Alzheimer’s disease? Early prevention shows great promise for lowering the risk of cognitive decline. The sooner prevention can start, the better the outcome. What’s more, these methods can result in a boost in wellness starting right now. Here are the top research-backed…
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According to the ADAA, depression is one of the most devastating mental health and mood disorders in the United States. Affecting over 16 million Americans, it is the leading cause of disability in the country. While there are several holistic treatments to combat depression, such as meditation or TMS, some cases of major depression require…
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Anxiety disorders affect millions of people every year. The ADAA cites anxiety disorders as “the most common mental illness in the United States.” Anxiety is often treated with anxiolytic benzodiazepines, medications that help to calm the mind. They do this by aiding production of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter that dampens neural activity. Unfortunately, benzodiazepines…
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Irritable bowel syndrome, commonly known as IBS, is an intestinal disorder affecting 11% of the global population that can be experienced as a collection of symptoms including abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea and constipation. The first signs of IBS are abdominal pain along with changes in bowel habits. Women are more likely to have IBS…
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Low-FODMAP, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets are evidence-supported plans to relieve IBS symptoms. Plus, avoid common triggers and learn how to order out.
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