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Vaccine Mandates 20 Years Ago vs. Today—Is History Repeating Itself?

This year, thousands of military members from the navy, air and space force, and coast guard filed class action lawsuits against the government’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate issued by the Department of Defence. Many soldiers have requested an exemption from COVID-19 vaccination on religious grounds, yet very few were accommodated and some were disciplined or forced…


Acid Blockers Raise Risk of COVID-19, Other Diseases

Acid-reducing drugs, also called proton pump inhibitors (PPI), are one of the most successful drug classes ever launched, projected to earn as much as $3.26 billion in profits in the year 2026. “Twenty-five years after their introduction into clinical practice, PPIs remain the mainstay of the treatment of acid-related diseases,” research published in the journal…


What Happens If China’s Economy Collapses?

China, home to a population of over 1.4 billion, is the world’s second-largest economy, with the nation experiencing an average annual growth rate of 6.7 percent since 2012, driven in part by its dominance in manufacturing and its cheap exports of goods. As of 2022, China had a GDP of $17.7 trillion, just behind the United States with…


The Healing Power of Stewie

Almost a year ago, my husband and I got a skittish little rescue dog. Stewie is a white fifteen pound terrier mix who came into our home not knowing how stairs worked or how to walk on a leash. He didn’t want to be touched at first and hid when we approached him. During his…


Creating Sacred Focus

Our focus during the day is almost always muddled. We switch between everything, and at any given five-minute period, many of us would often be hard-pressed to say what we’re focusing on. That’s not how our minds work most of the time. It’s no wonder we struggle to face things that are scary, uncertain, difficult,…


Sweet Spice Supports Hormone Health, Improves Digestion and More

Star anise is one of many spices that is easy to recognize by both sight and flavor.  It also has several health benefits that set it apart from other herbs and spices.  The systemic benefits it offers are widespread and can support various bodily systems.  The fact that it offers one of the most recognizable…


How to Boost Your Immunity While You Sleep

More than 2,000 years ago, Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, said, “The natural healing force within each of us is the greatest force in getting well.” Many American physicians emphasize the importance of self-healing and immunity. Renowned doctor Andrew Weil wrote in his book “Spontaneous Healing” that the human body’s self-healing power is like…


10 Health Benefits of Cold Showers

How many of us can actually say that we take regular cold showers? If you’re from a colder climate, the number is likely to be even less. However, cold showers and baths have a long history in many cultures, and for good reason. Vincenz Priessnitz, a farmer in the 1920s, developed and marketed a medical…


A Healthier Pumpkin Pie (Recipe)

Recipe for incorporating antioxidant-packed spices into one’s diet. This year’s recipe came out of my need to find some way to incorporate cloves and cinnamon into my family’s diet. Filling ingredients One can of pumpkin, about 10 ounces of silken tofu, one to two dozen pitted dates, depending how sweet your sweet tooth is. Then, you add…


7 Thanksgiving Survival Tips

Thanksgiving seems like a ridiculous time to think about making healthy choices. In between the parties and special holiday meals, it’s nearly impossible to avoid our favorite comfort foods that threaten to derail our best intentions. With that said, the health/weight experts at Kurbo Health offer their top 7 tips to enjoy a healthy, joyful…