The use of medicinal herbs and plants has been experiencing a resurgence and for a good reason. Kratom, also known as Mitragyna speciosa, from Southeast Asia is only one plant that has been gaining traction in the last few years. It is clear that many…
Help us ensure the supplement form remains available. Action Alert! Earlier this year, we told you about an FDA back-channel that allows drug companies to turn supplements into drugs—and remove the supplement versions from the market. This has happened to a popular and medically important version of vitamin B6 (pyridoxamine),…
By ANH-USA An advisory committee is meeting to make recommendations to the FDA on whether or not to ban certain supplements from being made at specialized pharmacies. Action Alert! On September 12, the FDA’s advisory committee on compounded medicine—medicine made for individual patients at specialized pharmacies—will meet…
By Richard Gale and Gary Null, Natural Blaze Modern conventional medicine has increasingly become a culture of scientific and historical denialism. Although portending to be an objective discipline of consistent progress, the medical establishment more often than not denies the insights, discoveries, medical systems and…
The article below is a sponsored article for Best 5 Supplements. Testosterone is one of the many hormones secreted in our bodies, for men and women alike. However, due to the difference in the quantities present in the body of each sex, it’s usually referred…
By Sara Tipton Colloidal silver is most known for its antimicrobial properties. But there are many other uses for it as well, and we’ve composed this handy guide to help you understand how to get the most out of colloidal silver while using it safely to avoid…
By ANH-USA Meetings being held between the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) and other world bodies to discuss “harmonization” (meaning restriction) of “nutrient intake” recommendations indicate that the answer may be yes. Action Alert! NAS, which is a United States non-governmental organization that advises the federal…
By Jeremiah Johnson We’re going to cover Ginkgo biloba, a very well-rounded herb with an ancient and time-tested past. Ginkgo (as it’s commonly known as) has been used for thousands of years in China. It has been known in the West for only a short time. When Nixon opened…
By Heather Callaghan, Editor As much as we support supplement freedom in the U.S., there are some very questionable supplements on the market. Some are made from rocks, hair or metals. Iron can build up in the system and become toxic so we are going to have…
By Dr. Smith Berberine – a yellow-colored alkaloid compound found in several different plants, including European barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, Oregon grape and tree turmeric – has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative, antidiarrheal, antineoplastic, antidiabetic and immune-enhancing1 properties. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine,…
By ANH-USA An FDA supplement policy infringes on free speech and makes it more difficult to study the health benefits of food and food supplements. Help us fight back! Action Alert! For years, ANH has fought against the federal government’s censorship of free speech about the benefits…
While the holiday season can be a wonderful time of celebration and connection, few of us get through it without experiencing some level of stress. Emotions can run high around the holidays and expectations higher still. You may feel pressure to entertain, cook a big…
There are 12 dietary, lifestyle and metabolic risk factors that contribute to the most death in the United States. A deficiency in omega-3 fatty acids ranks sixth on the list, making these compounds pretty important. The good news is that these health problems and deaths…
By Mae Chan Only a quarter of 19 supplement products labeled as Reishi mushroom purchased in the U.S. could be verified as genuine Reishi mushroom, says a new study that highlights quality issues in the category. Reishi, (literally “supernatural” mushrooms) have been used for more…
By Natural Blaze LANSING, Mich. October 27, 2017 – Montmorency tart cherry juice was found to help extend sleep time by 84 minutes among eight study participants, ages 50 and older who suffer from insomnia, according to a new pilot study published in American Journal of…
By Organic and Healthy Magnesium is an important mineral that must be in the body, as you can die without it. It is a good weapon against illness, however, many Americans are deficient in magnesium and have no idea that they are. The Power of…
From excellent gut health to a lower risk of diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, the health benefits of berberine make it an essential part of a healthy diet. Found naturally in tree turmeric, Oregon grape, barberry, and goldenseal, berberine can be included in your daily…
In the last few years, the market for nutritional supplements has really taken off. People are realizing that the food they eat doesn’t contain everything they need for good health, so they’re taking the initiative to protect their health and make up the difference with…
By Jessica Murray These common herbs can be used to treat a range of diabetes symptoms. Whilst healthy diets should always consist of a good mix of all food groups, recent reports have indicated that particular herbs and supplements could also have huge benefits to those with…
By Organic and Healthy Papaya leaf juice can be a new and exciting thing to try and/or a perfect substitute for a smoothie or juice recipe. Not to mention the health benefits you get from it are brilliant. It was found through studies that papaya…
