EDITOR’S SUMMARY: Both germ (contagion) theory and terrain theory have been presented, as well as a harmonizing theory. The question remains: Is disease caused by germs AND a diseased state, or does one reign over the other? If this article raises questions for you,...
Stopped in Your Tracks: Enduring Persistent Physical Pain and the Link to Cognition
EDITOR’S SUMMARY: The pain you feel in your wrist, tooth, back, or anywhere else in your body has implications beyond its area of impact. If you’ve put your work life on pause, and can barely focus on other important areas, it’s likely due to the influence pain has on...
The Inadequacy of Hospital Food Jeopardizes the Health of Recovering Patients
EDITOR’S SUMMARY: In some cases, hospital food has improved. There is an eye toward using higher-quality ingredients for the benefit of patients’ health, as well as staff, and doctors themselves. Sugar consumption has decreased, as has ultra-processed foods. On the...
FDA Approves Lexapro (SSRI Pharmaceutical) for Kids Ages Seven and Older
EDITOR’S SUMMARY: Whatever camp you’re in: Children should be allowed to take psychotropic (affects mood, perception, thoughts, and behavior) pharmaceuticals under specific conditions; children should not be allowed to consume these meds no matter what, or somewhere...
A Beginner’s Reference to Understanding and Restoring Balance to Your Lymphatic System
“A healthy life depends on the circulation of the lymphatic system. It is our second circulatory system, four times larger than our blood system and the unsung hero of the immune system.” ~ Judy Taylor, educator, author, lymphatic expert Written by Jennifer...
Natural Antibiotics vs. Rx (Medical Prescriptions): Helping You Make an Informed Decision
EDITOR’S SUMMARY: Infections can be serious, and even deadly. It’s to your discretion, in combination with your integrative practitioner’s knowledge, what road to choose. As always, there is no “one way,” or “right way” when it comes to your health and medical...