by Angela S. Hoover, Editor
Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals By Angela S. Hoover Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are substances in the environment – the air, soil and water, food sources and manufactured products – that interfere with the normal functioning...
by Angela S. Hoover, Editor
Nutrition and exercise are two things always mentioned for good health. Added to this is proper rest and sleep. The restorative benefits of sleep are crucial for the healthy functioning of the body, yet we sleep 20 percent less than we did 100...
by Angela S. Hoover, Editor
Melatonin is the principle hormone produced in the pineal gland and it is a derivative of the amino acid tryptophan. Researchers since the late ‘70s have concurred that melatonin plays a vital role in regulating sleep cycles and hormonal...
by Angela S. Hoover, Editor
The endocrine system is one of the body’s main systems for communicating, controlling and coordinating the body’s functioning. It works closely with the nervous system, reproductive system, kidneys, gut, liver, pancreas and fat to help...
by Angela S. Hoover, Editor
The message about vitamins is mixed. For decades, it’s been thought that daily supplementation was advisable for optimal health – in terms of energy and functionality – and also for the unverified prevention of diseases....
by Angela S. Hoover, Editor
Herbs are wonderful plants that add just the right flavor to many dishes. Many herbs have medicinal properties, and some are purported to treat diseases like heart conditions and cancer. However, great caution needs to be taken when taking herbs....
by Angela S. Hoover, Editor
Itchy, scratchy, swollen, throats crop up during any season. For many people without seasonal allergies, winter time is the worst time in regards to a comfortable throat. Sometimes these throat pains are symptoms of an oncoming or already ongoing...
by Angela S. Hoover, Editor
The efficacy over the benefits, harms, or placebo effect of vitamins is not agreed upon in the medical industry. It is often debated based on contradictory studies that lead to more opinion than fact. See the article, “The Vitamin Debate...
