Our Immune System The common cold we get over, the cuts that heal, and the red, hot skin that goes away following an allergic reaction are all examples of our immune system at work protecting us. As minor as these issues may be, they can last longer than we would like them to be or take a vicious turn if our immune system is weakened. Keeping our immune system strong even helps reduce to eliminate the chances of getting illnesses and disease. While most people understand that we need to eat healthy as well as take our vitamins and minerals...

Unveiling the First of the B Vitamins There are several B vitamins that are important for use in the body. Vitamin B1, or Thiamine, was discovered as being the first B vitamin –  hence its numeral placement. Kanehiro Takaki was a Japanese doctor who first noticed the nutritional factor it contains in foods like milk and vegetables. Robert Koch, a Dutch physician, discovered that anyone who had a deficiency in the complex vitamin would develop beriberi which can cause extreme weakness. Sufferers would also develop symptoms such as anorexia, irritability and tingling, numbing and burning sensations at the extremities as...

 What is Cervical Cancer in Women? Our bodies have an amazing ability at defense against anything that could be harmful. The immune system disposes of or prevents pathogens from numerous invasions we encounter on a daily basis— but unfortunately it is not full proof protection against everything. Cancer is one of the new rises today and cervical cancer in specific, is the 5th most common type in women worldwide. Cervical cancer is a form of cancer that takes place when the cells grow exponentially. The cervix which is the lower part of the uterus that joins with the vagina. This...

 Leaky Gut is a Systematic Problem The gruesome truth about conditions is that it often leads way to other issues. Leaky gut syndrome can make sufferers feel pain as well as notice physical or mind related changes over time. There are many causes for leaky gut syndrome, which can lead to other complications of our body systems including the brain. Children with autism often experience mood swings due to abnormally increased intestinal permeability where proteins such as casein and gluten leak through the gut, having an opioid effect on the nervous system. Emotionally speaking, leaky guy syndrome can also cause...

Pain in the Core Acid reflux is a type of digestive disorder that can be of discomfort to the chest (chest pain and heartburn) and throat (from burping or vomit) due to the regurgitation of acid from the stomach. The experience can be a mild episode for some and as extreme in pain comparable to a heart attack for others. The high pH of acid is normally contained and activated in the stomach, but when the protective lining is destroyed or the acidic content exits the stomach on a continual basis, issues like ulceration, scarring, bleeding, and swelling can occur....

Changing What You Eat Makes a Difference Sometimes we put too much emphasis on products and products alone for treating ailments that we forget the basics on the drawing board. Of course, products are especially helpful for treating disorders, but what we put inside our bodies is just as important. Eating right, and choosing the best foods that help, not hurt, your condition will create a change you can see and feel. Five Foods You Need to Have Your diet and gut have a lot to do with each other. Knowing that, incorporating in a leaky gut diet is especially...