Hyperglycemia

The ways that our bodies take raw ingredients from our food and turn them into energy never cease to amaze me. We are truly an awesome example of engineering at its best. However, sometimes these incredible organisms we call our bodies break down, and are unable to perform the way they were designed. We call […]

High blood pressure is at epidemic levels in this country mostly because of our unhealthy diet and lifestyle choices. The drug companies would have us believe that the answer is to pop the right combination of pills, and apparently a lot of Americans believe them. Sales and profits from blood pressure medications are enormous. Is […]

What is Hyperthyroidism?Hyperthyroidism is a condition characterized by the overproduction of hormones by the thyroid. This small bow tie-shaped gland weighs less than an ounce, but it’s a real heavyweight when it comes to impacting our health. The thyroid is responsible for the body’s metabolism, and plays a key role in many critical functions such […]

Hypothermia is a condition everyone should be informed about, especially those of us fond of spending a lot of time in the great outdoors. It is associated with frigid weather in most people’s minds, but a significant drop in body temperature can occur even in temperate weather under certain conditions. Hypothermia is about more than […]

Sitting down to a delicious meal is something that many of us take for granted. We eat and enjoy the experience, and don’t give it much more thought. However, when a person has a digestive disorder such as ileitis, their body is unable to process food normally, and eating can become a stressful and sometimes […]

Our bodies are composed of wonderfully designed components, and to choose one system over all the others as superior is indeed difficult. However, it is hard not to be impressed with the immune system. This complex yet practical network functions to protect our bodies in numerable ways. Yet, we often take it for granted and […]

What is Impotence? Impotence, also known as Erectile Dysfunction (ED), is the inability of a man to experience or maintain an erection long enough to have satisfactory sexual relations. The condition of impotence can be the result of physical problems, psychological issues, or a combination of both.It is normal for every man to have difficulty […]

Infertility must be one of the most heartbreaking things that any couple could ever go through. It is very emotionally draining, and it can put a real strain on a relationship.  In addition, the options for treating infertility are so numerous, that it can be confusing and overwhelming. The cost for therapies can be prohibitive […]

Medical science is undergoing a quiet revolution. Many alternative and natural health care providers have long understood the connection between disease and inflammation, and the role that the immune system plays. However, the conventional medicine is beginning to rethink the whole matter. Certain illnesses, such as arthritis, have been widely accepted as “inflammatory diseases,” but […]

Influenza is an illness that gets a lot of media attention in our day. As autumn winds down and winter approaches, the “cold and flu” season is upon us. Every year we are reminded that vaccinations are available and highly recommended for the elderly and those in the “at risk” population. In this article, I […]