Category: wellness

Choline During Pregnancy Tied to Better Attention in Kids

Children of mothers who got more than the recommended amount choline while pregnant had better long-term cognitive outcomes, a new study finds. The study comes as nutrition experts continue to push for more research into the nutrient—and warn that getting too much could boost our risk for cardiovascular issues. The study was published in Journal…


Is It Shyness or Something on the Spectrum? 

Recently I heard from a parent of an almost 4 year old boy, described as smart, but shy at school. The teacher is recommending testing to see if he’s “on the spectrum”. This is a classic case of teachers diagnosing through suggestion – and while trying to be helpful – it can create enormous anxiety…


Seven Ways to Make Cities Better for Mental Health

Much of the world lives in urban settings, with North America housing 82% of its population in cities. But while cities can be attractive places to live, providing work and recreational opportunities for people, they can also be lonely and unhealthy. In fact, a recent survey of mayors in 126 American cities found that the…


Top 10 Natural Cough and Lung Remedies

If you’re feeling a tell-tale tickle in your throat that signifies a cough may be coming on, it’s time to stock up on the top 10 natural cough and lung remedies. You don’t need narcotic syrups or prescription medicines to start breathing easier today For decades, the conventional way of managing a low-grade cough has…


5 Natural Ways to Treat a Skin Infection

A staph infection is a group of infections caused by staphylococcus, which can result in anything from a minor skin infection to a serious infection that can affect the lungs, heart and blood. Although many staph infections can be treated, there are some that are antibiotic resistant, which are more harmful. Antibiotic resistant staph infections are known as methicillin-resistant…


Insurance Companies Note 40 Percent Rise in Deaths

Insurance companies are reporting a jump in death payouts due to a dramatic rise in the number of deaths. The rise in the death rate is being corroborated by death certificate data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The death rate is up by 40 percent from pre-pandemic levels according to Scott…


Insurance Companies Note 40% Rise in Deaths

Insurance companies are reporting a jump in death payouts due to a dramatic rise in the number of deaths. The rise in the death rate is being corroborated by death certificate data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The death rate is up by 40 percent from pre-pandemic levels according to Scott…


Caught the Corona Virus Blues? Research Shows That Music Medicine is a Powerful Antidote

Research shows that Music Medicine is a Powerful Antidote English acoustic-physics pioneer, John Stuart Reid, explains how Music Medicine can banish the blues (and fear) associated with the corona virus, while boosting our immune system to help vanquish any pathogen. It’s natural to have low spirits (the blues) and to feel fear when we sense…


Study: Caught the Corona Virus Blues? Music Medicine is a Powerful Antidote

Research shows that Music Medicine is a Powerful Antidote English acoustic-physics pioneer, John Stuart Reid, explains how Music Medicine can banish the blues (and fear) associated with the corona virus, while boosting our immune system to help vanquish any pathogen. It’s natural to have low spirits (the blues) and to feel fear when we sense…


Time to Update Our Pandemic Plan

“Marcus Welby, M.D.” was a popular TV show that first aired in 1969 and ran until 1976. Robert Young portrayed this ever-lovable, caring, and compassionate general practitioner who drove a Chevy Impala (later Chrysler sedans) to make house calls. He had a young physician as his assistant, Dr. Steven Kiley, played by James Brolin (Josh…