Red 3 is a food dye that was recently banned due to concerns over it's ability to cause cancer. However, other food dyes also raise concerns and are still commonly used in food, beverages, medications and cosmetics.
Red light therapy has been showing promise for treating a number of different conditions. Early evidence is even suggesting that red light therapy may have a role in helping to improve depression.
Melatonin isn't just a sleep aid. Research has long suggested a host of benefits, including potential effects on improving mood.
Since their discovery, magnets have been used for medical purposes. The latest research appears to suggest that the proper application of magnets may have modest but significant effects on pain.
Pantothenic acid, or vitamin B5, may have benefits for some autoimmune conditions, skin health and longevity, although more research is needed to confirm its effects.
Cat's claw is an herb from Central and South America that appears to have potential for treating inflammatory conditions like arthritis and autoimmune conditions.
Intranasal ketamine has been approved for the treatment of depression. Current levels of evidence still raise concerns about its safety and efficacy.
Recent research has started to suggest that air pollution may be a significant risk factor in the development of dementia.
Homeopathy is a controversial style of treatment that can be utilized for treating depression and anxiety. As such, it is worth exploring the latest research about its effects.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a fairly new treatment option that appears to hold promise for reducing or eliminating the symptoms of depression.
Craniosacral is a touch-based therapy that works to release tension stored in the tissues. Research is starting to suggest significant improvements in chronic pain with craniosacral treatment.
Since its discovery, vitamin B12 has been utilized and studied for treating some types of pain. For this week, we review some of the research around its benefits.
Fatigue and depression are both frequent complaints. Iron deficiency and thyroid function are both common causes, yet often not fully evaluated.
I wrote a recent guest blog article on cold and flu prevention for Zebra Organics. I wanted to include a link to the blog on my site for folks that wanted to read the article.