A new study published in the journal Nature has confirmed that emotions are processed in the cerebellum, often referred to as the brain’s “supercomputer.” Because 80% of brain cells take up 10% of the total brain area and the cerebellum can process calculations 100x faster than thoughts in the neocortex. Is this the seat of intuition? This is a significant ...

Political polarity has crippled healthcare progress in America for the past 50 years. Blame the fascists, blame the communists, blame the corporations, blame the media… All this misdirection hurts everyone. Even billionaire CEOs, well at least their health. So, you would imagine that the answer is too complex, the impact of too big to fail hanging over any change towards ...

I understand the frustration and pain that sciatica can cause. Because I had it and got rid of it without drugs, surgery, or even extensive physical therapy. And I’m not alone. Studies indicate that approximately 40% of people will experience sciatica at some point in their lives. For the lucky, they only have one episode and get the right care ...

While helmets can protect the head from collisions, they are not 100% effective at preventing concussion. There are several ways that a concussion can occur without involving any impact to the head. One such way is when the brain is jarred violently inside the skull. This can happen due to a fall, blow to the body, or sudden acceleration or ...

Dementia is a degenerative brain disease that leads to progressive memory, problem solving, orientation and speech difficulty. Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia and is considered a top ten killer disease in America. Without taking the precautions listed in this article and in more detail in the related article, there’s a 1 in 3 chance of you ...

Everyone experiences anxiety at one point or another. It’s natural to feel anxious when faced with a challenging situation, such as a job interview, public speaking engagement, or first date. However, for some people, anxiety can overwhelm, disabling every aspect of their lives. There are many different treatment options for anxiety, both conventional and natural. While conventional treatments such as ...

Natural Medicine is a branch of health care that utilizes natural remedies to treat illness and promote health. Natural Medicine practitioners often use nutrition, exercise, supplements, and non-invasive therapies like PEMF, near infra-red laser, medical massage, and chiropractic to treat their patients. Natural Medicine is based on the belief that the body can heal itself, and that by using natural ...

Heart health is important for everyone, but especially for those with heart conditions. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, so it’s important to know how to keep your heart healthy. There are many things you can do to keep your heart healthy. Eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly are two of the best ...

If you’re like most people, you probably consume more salt than you need. In fact, China has one of the highest salt consumption levels in the world. Excessive salt intake can lead to health issues such as strokes and heart attacks. Now, researchers have analyzed how much people should reduce their daily salt intake to lower their risk of cardiovascular ...

When we hear the term anti-aging, especially here in Santa Clarita, a suburb of Los Angeles we often think of cosmetic surgery and hormone cocktails to make us feel like teenagers. And that can be a beautiful thing if those processes are monitored carefully by someone qualified to make judgment calls on healthy function and longevity. Too often I see ...