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Ashwagandha actually derives its name from Sanskrit, literally meaning “the smell of a horse.” The herb gets its equine connotations because it purportedly smells like horse sweat, but it also has the ability to provide vitality and strength to the body. Ashwagandha is a powerful herb that has been used for thousands of years, primarily in Ayurvedic medicine. Also known as Indian ginseng, ashwagandha is a member of the nightshade family. It is shrub that produces yellow flowers and small red fruit, and while both have natural health benefits, it is the shrub’s root that has proven to be the...

Is Your Liver Acting a Bit Sluggish? Consider the Benefits of Milk Thistle, Artichoke Leaf, and Dandelion The liver is tasked with over 500 important jobs. Primarily, your liver functions like a large filter, keeping toxins out and working quickly to expel those that do find their way in.   In addition to filtering toxins from the body, the liver also: Purifies the blood Produces bile Releases glucose into the bloodstream to maintain energy Metabolizes medication into nontoxic forms the body can use Rids the blood of poisons Produce cholesterol and proteins so fats can move more easily through the...

Have you ever felt that tightness under your ribs on your right side?  Perhaps it was after a night without a good sleep especially if that night was spent celebrating.  I have and know its my liver telling me its not well. Clearing out toxins -- whether entering my body by choice or not -- is a big and important job.  Now there’s some help. There are many non-infectious chronic diseases that developed in the 20th century which had little history: autoimmune diseases, autism, asthma, cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic lung disease, and diabetes to name a few.  While the exact...

Our immune system acts like our body’s internal suit of armor, and has one main goal: to protect us from illness, specifically cold and flu, disease, harmful bacteria, fungi, and further damage resulting from injury. The immune system is present throughout the body and is comprised of the digestive system, our skin, and white blood cells housed in the lymph nodes, the thymus, the spleen, and bone marrow. When functioning properly, the immune system wards off most any type of infection, neutralizes environmental substances that may prove harmful to the body, and fights to eliminate harmful cells that contribute to...

Calcium is an essential mineral that is often under consumed as a part of poor diet. The importance of calcium in promoting strong bones and healthy teeth is well documented. However, the health benefits of calcium extend far beyond healthy bones, and include:      Maintaining a healthy weight,      Supporting cardiac health and healthy blood pressure,      Decreasing the risk of kidney stones. It’s also important to point out that calcium doesn’t typically function alone; the benefits of minerals often present with calcium, including magnesium, phosphorus, and boron, are also essential for optimal health and wellness. The Role of Vitamins and Minerals in...