Cancer is a disease that strikes fear in many people. Not only is it the second leading cause of death in civilized nations, it's also the leading cause of death in people aged 45-75. There are many approaches to cancer both medical and alternative,…
What is now called PTSD has long been observed in soldiers returning from war. It was called shell shock in World War I and battle fatigue in world war II. PTSD is a mental health problem associated with people who have witnessed or participated in terrifying…
Thyroid disorders are very common, not only in the United States but around the world. There are physical causes of this, which include a lack of iodine and the prevalence of iodine disruptors like chlorine, bromine, and fluoride. Most thyroid disease…
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection, spread by ticks. Caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and rarely by Borrelia mayonii it is transmitted through tick bites. Several days after the bite, the person typically develops a bullseye-like rash,…
Eating too many refined carbohydrates (like refined sugar, high fructose corn syrup, white flour, and white rice) is one of the most serious threats we face to our health. These simple carbohydrates spike our blood sugar levels, causing excessive release…
This course will help you understand the four elements and the twelve categories of herbs in greater depth. We'll cover remedies associated with each of the elements and the twelve categories of herbs. Click on one of the sessions listed below to access…
People often speak of the mind-body connection, but what about the heart-body connection. Our thoughts and attitudes are important to the health of our body, but so is our emotional state.Traditional systems of medicine in both the Orient and the West…
Nobody likes pain, whether it is physical pain or emotional suffering. When we're in pain, we want it to end. That's why people turn to pain relievers, substances that numb the sensations of pain. These may be pharmaceutical drugs, herbs, alcohol, or…
The Critical Role of Amino Acids
February 24, 2026
The amino acids found in protein are essential to the…
Mind-Body Connections Revealed Through Iridology
March 10, 2026
Using the iris to connect aspects of the body with…
Supporting Hepatic Health
March 31, 2026
Moderate liver dysfunction is a common, and often overlooked,…
Botany for Herbalists
April 21, 2026
An Introduction to Plant Identification
The Importance of Sulfur for Health
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Food as Medicine
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