Stress.  It's a fact of life for most of us.  Family, our jobs, meetings, deadlines and even driving on the interstate all create stress in our lives on a mental level, which often impacts us on a physical level.  Depression, anxiety and many chronic health ailments are actually directly connected back its negative impact. Is there something natural available to help calm and settle the mind?Stress is the response of our body to an external or even internal stressor such as be our boss, our kids, our spouse or even traffic, but it can also be our diet and concurrent…

A high percentage of people suffer the ill effects of a poorly functioning immune system resulting in common and frequent colds, viral infections, fungal infections, allergies, cancer, poorly healing wounds and injuries, and even a poorly functioning gastrointestinal tract.  These are all common signs that your immunity is not functioning up to 'par'. Most of us do our best to eat well and may even stay active, but we still suffer the consequences.  So, what can we do to boost our efforts and see results? The immune system is dependent on many factors to stay healthy.  Diet, stress and many other…

Do you have daily aches and pains, or maybe arthritis? Do you have a busy, stressful lifestyle? Stress and inflammation go hand in hand.  There is not a day that doesn't go by where each of us suffers the consequences of stress and likewise inflammation, as one contributes to the other. We suffer mentally and physically, unable to focus, anxious and often have daily aches and pains associated with joints or the entire body. Medications are rampant, potentially creating unwanted side effects from dry mouth to constipation.  They leave us desiring more and better options to manage our health. There's…

Looking for that one formula to provide extra nutrient, inflammatory management and energy? Modern life demands that we are on the go constantly, leaving us little time to eat properly, exercise freely and enjoy life. As a result, we are plagued with high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), high blood pressure (hypertension), pain, joint and back problems, diabetes, depression, cognitive disorders and generalized anxiety. The high prevalence of these conditions has led to an all time high in use of pharmaceuticals in an attempt to provide a quick fix but leaving a trail of side effects instead. Cur-OST HU Ultimate provides an alternative…

An overweight body condition, obesity, insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease and poor circulation are all components of metabolic syndrome in people. Metabolic syndrome contributes to a host of chronic health ailments in people.  Its impact results in poorer quality of life for most in poorly managed cases, despite heavy use of various medications which really only address clinical signs, not the underlying problem. A high percentage of the population, in many countries, struggle with weight and associated health ailments.  Can we do more to support healthy metabolism? Today's society breeds many of our health ailments.  In a fast paced world, our…

Free radicals are an important entity in chemistry and in health, have been researched for many years with connections to cellular changes that may impact overall health and aging.  A free radical is a molecule that has an unpaired electron in the outer shell, which creates instability and a high rate of reactivity with other molecules.  Free radicals are produced as a normal part of cellular respiration or energy production, but can also be generated as a consequence of environmental factors, stress, poor diet, food additives, medications and genetics.  In general, they can have huge negative impacts on overall health,…

We've all been there.  Burning sensation in the stomach region, just below the sternum, sometimes even radiating up into the chest. In some cases, there is an acid taste in the mouth and even a rapid heartbeat to go along with it, hence the term 'heartburn'.  It's a common problem in today's society, leading to abuse of over the counter antacids or acid reducers, increased prescription medications and even emergency room visits.  The condition can be innocent in many situations, but if ongoing, can lead to some significant health hazards including a higher risk of esophageal and stomach cancer.  But,…

Preventative healthcare.  It is vitally important, but unfortunately something that most of us do not take advantage of in our daily lives.  It is a philosophy that doesn't just pertain to our own health, but really is applicable to almost everything.  In many cases, we do more in regards to 'preventative maintenance' for our cars, or yard or even our computers than what we do for ourselves.  Why is that?  Either way, it is something that needs to change not only just for ourselves, but for also for others in our lives. Our bodies, I believe, were designed to really…

According to the American Heart Association, 1 out of every 3 adults has high blood pressure with statistics increasing with age.  Of those people, 75% are under treatment to manage the condition, while only 52% have it controlled, at least in the short term.  Men tend to have a higher prevalence of high blood pressure up through the age of 55, but at that time, the prevalence between men and women is equal. Women begin to show a higher tendency towards high blood pressure, surpassing men, starting at the age of 64.  Hypertension was listed as the primary cause of…

Vitamin C is a substance that we are all familiar with and often the first fruit acknowledged is the orange.  In the days of pirates and ocean voyages for extended periods of time, the ship crew would often succumb to a disease called Scurvy, which is due to a vitamin C deficiency.  In later voyages, in order to prevent the disease, ships were often readily stocked with various fruits in order to maintain adequate intake by the crew.  Despite the low recommended levels for daily consumption to prevent Scurvy, this vitamin poses much potential for overall health and possible disease…