Shining Light on Seasonal Depression
Natural approaches to overcoming seasonal affective disorder (SAD) As charming as I found the quad of the University in the summer, the winter semesters at my alma mater were brutal. It was cold. It was dark. It was damp. Many of my classmates looked ashen, tired, and miserable. In those dark Canadian winters I…
Herbs to Help You Adapt During Times of Stress
Herbs from around the world to help with stress, fatigue, and the chaos of life “What doesn’t bend breaks,” as the saying goes, and the degree to which we are expected to “bend” is ever increasing. Our ability to stay focused, adaptable, and calm is of the essence in our fast-paced, outcome-oriented culture. Although…
PMS Relief: Master Your Hormones
Nutrients from broccoli, berries, and beyond deliver hormone-balancing action What is PMS? Whether it’s a sore back or shorter fuse, a lower energy level or a bigger bra size, a migraine or an upset belly, many women can tell when “that time of the month” is near. And those suffering from premenstrual syndrome (PMS)…
Support for ADHD, Focus, and Mood in Children
Support for ADHD, focus, and mood Whether it’s full-blown attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or a milder form of neurocognitive irritation, more and more of us are struggling with anxiety, inattention, hyperactivity, behavior issues, learning disabilities, and sleep disturbances. Through targeted nutritional support, however, there is hope for both adults…
Stimulants and Sedatives: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Use now, pay later? Problems associated with common stimulants and sedatives In our go-go-go world, it’s easy to feel drawn to stimulant substances to keep us going and sedatives to help us relax. Whether it’s coffee to get through the day and a glass of wine after work, or medications such as methylphenidates or…
Supplements for Sleep and Relaxation Support
Supplements for Better Sleep When it comes to natural sleep aids and relaxation support, we tend to think of melatonin. As helpful as this supplement can be, it can cause morning grogginess in some people. Thankfully, there are many other nutraceuticals well shown to support relaxation and healthy sleep. Beyond melatonin, natural amino acids…
From Childhood to the Elderly: Evidence for Melatonin
An array of clinical research shows the safety and efficacy of melatonin in healthy and compromised populations Many a time in life when the stress hormones are flying, we also have the unfortunate experience of struggling to sleep. The experience of insomnia is not uncommon, with about one-third to two-thirds of adults experiencing insomnia…
Sleep, Cytokines, and Inflammation
The pro-inflammatory consequences of the lack of sleep So many of us struggle with sleep, and have difficulties getting enough rest in terms of both time and quality. Whether it be due to nighttime awakenings to care for children or loved ones, a demanding job, or a health condition, sleep problems can cause trouble…
Stress-Modulating Blends from the Orient and the Ancient
Ancient remedies of Chinese Medicine and from the Celts support relaxation and emotional balance In addition to the popular botanicals and botanically-derived substances like ashwagandha and L-theanine, many other natural agents that support relaxation and healthy sleep exist. Although many people will say they have “tried everything,” substances that are less commonly used in…
Adrenal Fatigue, Adrenal Insufficiency, or Something Else?
How stress impacts us all “I’m so exhausted all the time, I think I have adrenal failure.” “My friend told me her naturopath said her that her adrenals crashed and I think mine have too.” “I took a test and my cortisol was low and my chiropractor told me I have adrenal fatigue.” If…
Stressed? Find Your Zen
Natural nervous system-balancing substances help regulate the body’s response to stress We all have the weeks (or months!) when stress levels are high, and nerves frazzled. Whether it be the upcoming family vacation or move or a deadline in the office, events in our lives both good and bad often are experienced as stressful….
Breaking Habits and Making Resolutions
Natural substances that can help our mood and support healthy choices in the New Year and beyond As echoes of “Happy New Year” grow more distant, and we brace ourselves for the remaining long winter, the resolve with which we embarked upon our January 1 resolutions can rapidly erode. With January 17th as the…
Subscribe for Updates
Get a FREE Downloadable Stress Support Guide
Categories
- Botanicals (56)
- GI Health (53)
- Healthy Aging (121)
- Immune Support (39)
- In The News (39)
- Kids Health (21)
- Stress and Relaxation (50)
- Uncategorized (1)
- Video (9)
- Vitamins & Minerals (51)
Recent Posts
Latest Issue of FOCUS Newsletter Available Now!
