Ibuprofen or Turmeric: Which Is Better for Arthritis?

New research suggest that the spice turmeric may be an effective natural remedy for arthritis pain, says Elizabeth Renter.

Ibuprofen has a corner on the over-the-counter pain market, accounting for one-third of OTC analgesics in the U.S. But this popular pill has serious risks, having been definitively linked to heart disease in a study last year. Fortunately, there are alternatives, and new research suggests one of the best options may be the spice turmeric. Read more

Can You Cure Cavities Naturally?

Sarah Corriher reveals how to cure cavities naturally without submitting to dentistry.

While traveling to some of the most remote regions and cultures of the world, Dr. Weston A. Price discovered that some groups which had no access to traditional medicine had extremely low incidences of cavities. He discovered that the cultures which consumed foods that were high in fats and minerals had the best dental health. Some of those groups did not even brush their teeth. Read more

Natural Butt Enhancement with Fish Oil and Vitamin E

Many women would like to have a bigger butt, or if not bigger, one that is more shapely and firm. The best way to achieve that is with an exercise program that shapes, lifts, and tones the glute muscles. If you are already following an exercise program, though, and want to speed up or improve your results, a butt enhancement wrap of fish oil and vitamin E may be just what you need to achieve your goal.

14 Essential Oils for Preppers

Gaye Levy lists fourteen essential oils for emergency use and survival.

The world is a scary place. It is not as though we are intentionally trying to live dangerously, it kind of, sort of just happens. I am being more than a little bit facetious when I say that because surely there is more to it than that. Sure, natural disasters happen without provocation or warning but there are dozens of other scary events that occur that are not-so-natural. Sickness, war, civil unrest, nuclear Armageddon – these things that are within our sphere of reality.

Rather than fear and cower at the thought of these disruptive and frightening events, we prepare. This is not by chance. If you are reading this than you recognize that being prepared and living a preparedness lifestyle is purposeful and intentional. It does not happen by accident and it does not happen without of bit of work coupled with time and resources. Read more

Alzheimer’s Is Preventable

Dr. Joseph Mercola interviews Grain Brain’s David Perlmutter, MD, on fourteen strategies to avoid Alzheimer's.

An estimated 5.4 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, a severe form of dementia,1 and hundreds of thousands more may suffer from an often misdiagnosed subtype called “hippocampal sparing” Alzheimer’s, according to recent findings.2

The most recent data3, 4 suggests that well over half a million Americans die from Alzheimer’s disease each year, making it the third leading cause of death in the US, right behind heart disease and cancer. Read more

4 Food That Lower High Blood Pressure

If you have high blood pressure, medication is not the only treatment, according to Michael Ravensthorpe.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 67 million Americans – approximately one in three adults – suffer from hypertension, or high blood pressure. In 2009 alone, high blood pressure was the primary or contributing cause of almost 350,000 deaths in the United States, which averages at 1,000 deaths per day. The disorder is, in essence, an epidemic in the Western world.

Though high blood pressure can be triggered by stress and other external factors, a poor diet remains its single greatest cause. Therefore, consuming foods that are proven to contain significant cardiovascular benefits is a great way to prevent and treat the disorder naturally. The best of these foods are listed below. Read more

Coffee Reduces Diabetes Risk: Caffeine or Not

A new study discovered that both regular coffee and decaffeinated coffee reduce diabetes risk.

Americans are known to run on coffee. According to Bloomberg, about 83 percent of US adults drink the dark and delicious beverage, and that number is on the rise. But coffee isn’t only good for helping you wake up. On the contrary, even those who choose decaffeinated coffee could be experiencing some significant health benefits from the java. A new study suggests whether you choose regular or decaf, you could be reducing your risk of diabetes. Read more

Poison Ivy Remedies and Itch Relief

Todd Walker  reveals how to get natural relief from the painful, blistering rash from poison ivy, poison oak, and more.

pon·der – to think about or consider (something) carefullySpend any amount of time in the outdoors or in your yard, it’s very likely you’ll come in contact with this evil plant. It has successfully reduced men, women, and children to miserable, scratching beasts.Time in nature has a calming, rejuvenating effect on people… until they feel Nature’s revenge.

Over the years I’ve sought out home remedies to stop the painful, blistering rash caused by poison ivy. In my experience, some work, some don’t. In extreme cases, I’ve gotten steroid shots. Like the time I transferred the oil to my nether region while relieving myself in the woods – the week before getting married! An injection of steroids was my top priority. LOL! Read more

The Many Uses of Coconut

Lisa Egan reveals the many new uses of coconut you might want to try.

“He who plants a coconut tree, plants food and drink, vessels and clothing, a home for himself and a heritage for his children.” ~ South Seas saying

Chances are, you pass right by an amazing, versatile, and nutritious item in your local market without giving it much thought – the coconut.

Commonly referred to as a fruit, a nut, or a seed, the furry-looking coconut is botanically classified as a drupe, which is a fruit with a hard covering enclosing the seed. Other drupes include peaches, plums, and cherries.

Coconuts are often called the “Tree of Life” because every part of the drupe and tree can be used. An ideal sustainable food crop, the roots, trunks, leaves, husks, fiber, fruit, water, sap, oil, milk and meat all are useful. The plant not only supplies food for millions of people, but also can be used to make skincare products, household cleaners, toys, instruments, furniture, housing, bowls, utensils, lighting fixtures, baskets, utility boxes, gardening planters, mattresses, draperies, upholstery, chicken feed, carbon-based water filters, and bio-diesel fuels. Read more

Detox Made Easy

Dr. Joseph Mercola lists three simple and effective steps you can take to rid yourself of toxins and accumulated fat.

If you’re struggling with chronic health problems, chances are you’d greatly benefit from a detoxification program. But how does one go about it, safely and effectively? In this interview, Dr. George Yu answers this important question. A graduate of Tufts University Medical School, he did his surgical training at Harvard and Johns Hopkins. For the last 35 years, he’s been associated with George Washington University. Read more

Feeling Down? Try a Tuna Sandwich

Eating tuna fish was found to reduce the risk of depression by 25% - but only if you are a woman.

The secret to happiness could lie in something as simple as a tuna sandwich or cod and chips.

Eating fish can keep the blues at bay, according to a new study – but only in women.

Researchers discovered that having seafood on the menu at least twice a week reduces the risk of depression among females by 25 per cent.

However, for men, fish had no protective effect. Read more

3 Jumps for a Bigger Butt

To get a bigger, shapelier butt, you'll have to train hard in a short duration. A great way to do that is with plyometric exercises. Plyometrics are basically jumps or hops, which athletes use to increase their speed and power. These dynamic exercises stimulate your glute muscles, the muscles you need to develop to get a bigger butt. Best of all, plyometric exercises are fun to do.