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The Threat of Stevens Johnson Syndrome and How to Treat It

Leave a Comment / Autoimmune, Buzzworthy Blogs, Natural Antibiotics / By Jennifer Ball / June 2, 2021

While it only impacts one in one million annually, milder immune skin reactions occur more commonly, representing one percent of dermatology visits. Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a serious condition that could be fatal and requires medical attention. Stopping rashes before they become worse is key. Recognizing signs of vulnerable skin, including milder rashes like …

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Using Mindfulness To Treat Anxiety The Natural Way

Leave a Comment / Buzzworthy Blogs, Mind & Body / By Risa Kerslake / April 15, 2021

Mindfulness isn’t limited to sitting alone meditating. Sometimes it takes some creativity and thinking out-of-the-box. Crocheting is a way to practice mindfulness to help treat anxiety with or without the use of medications.

Reverse Inflammaging To Fight Infection Today

Leave a Comment / Anti-Aging, Buzzworthy Blogs / By Alexandra Preston / July 31, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has disproportionately affected older adults, with more than three-quarters of deaths recorded among people over 65. The average age of death from COVID-19 is 75.5, with Massachusetts reporting a mean of 82. This figure is 72 in Tennessee, while the average age of positive test results is 43. But do we have …

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How To Grow A Superfood Victory Garden

Leave a Comment / Buzzworthy Blogs, Superfoods / By Francesca Singer / June 15, 2020

Americans are facing the same questions about food security that led to a nationwide boom in Victory Gardens during World War II. This dovetails with growing concern around the safety of the chemicals and methods used in conventional food cultivation. There has never been a better time to embrace the “grow your own” food movement …

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The Effects Of Anxiety May Compromise The Immune System

Leave a Comment / Buzzworthy Blogs, Mind & Body / By Kat Fankhauser / May 21, 2020

In this time of a pandemic, many people are experiencing uncomfortable feelings of anxiety. Every day there are reports about the rising number of fatalities and cases of coronavirus. Fear of contracting any type of virus, under these conditions, is a natural and rational reaction. However, excessive anxiety and fear can have a negative impact …

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How The Virome Challenges Our Understanding of Viral Infections

Leave a Comment / Buzzworthy Blogs, Gut Health / By Alexandra Preston / May 11, 2020

Scientists have long debated whether viruses make us all equally sick or more vulnerable. New research on the virome might hold some answers.

What Is It About Vaccination? The World Mercury Project

Leave a Comment / Buzzworthy Blogs, News, Parenting / By Elton Mwangi / April 24, 2020

The resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles and whooping cough is further fueling the perceived need for vaccinations. Nevertheless, the implication of the potential adverse effects of vaccines continues to linger. What’s clear is that parents are concerned. The C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital at the University of Michigan recently published a study concluding that …

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Why Vaccination Does Not Equal Immunization (Part 2)

Leave a Comment / Activism, Buzzworthy Blogs, News / By Zara Bourgeois / April 21, 2020

[Editor’s Note: In Why Vaccination Does Not Equal Immunization (Part 1) we discussed how natural immunity works. In part 2, we’ll continue our discussion on innate immunity and show why vaccines aren’t full proof.] Natural immunity can be further broken down into active or passive depending on the way it is conferred. Natural active immunity …

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Why Vaccination Does Not Equal Immunization (Part 1)

Leave a Comment / Activism, Buzzworthy Blogs, News / By Zara Bourgeois / April 17, 2020

The immune system is a fascinating network of various organs, cells, and proteins that work together to defend against disease via a complex array of biological processes. The immune system is sophisticated and pervasive. This highly organized surveillance system is a result of eons of evolutionary changes, designed and perfected to protect the body and …

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Can CBD Treat PCOS Naturally?

Leave a Comment / Buzzworthy Blogs, CBD, Natural Antibiotics, Women's Health / By Zia Sherrell / April 15, 2020

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common but painful condition. It can be debilitating and cause problems with fertility. Pharmaceutical treatments can have side effects and may not work for everyone. People suffering from PCOS are turning to natural treatments such as cannabidiol (CBD) to ease symptoms and naturally bring pain relief. CBD And The …

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The Risks And Benefits Of 23andMe Selling Your Data

Leave a Comment / Buzzworthy Blogs, News / By Nadia C / April 12, 2020

Many consumers have been trying out DNA tests currently available on the market. Some are simply curious about what their DNA shows them. Others are looking for possible answers to a range of illnesses and conditions. But using direct-to-consumer DNA testing may also make consumers more vulnerable to having their data shared where they might …

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Is Soybean Oil Bad For You?

Leave a Comment / Buzzworthy Blogs, Nutrition / By Kat Fankhauser / April 3, 2020

The answer to the question, “Is soybean oil bad for you?” is not just a simple “yes” or “no.” So, it comes as no surprise that consumers may be confused. Researchers and nutrition experts believe that the nutritional value of soybean oil depends on the type of soybean oil you use. So whether it’s genetically …

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