Can we really lower cholesterol naturally? As always, I look at the research and red yeast rice is one product that intrigues me. What is red yeast rice anyways? Red yeast rice (RYR) or Monascus purpureus is fermented rice that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It contains several naturally occurring compounds called monacolins that block the production of […]
My Natural Medicine Cabinet
If I could pick a Top 10 List of items for must haves in my natural medicine cabinet, these would be my favorites. But there were so many great items to pick from that I decided I couldn’t stop there. So here goes My Top 10 List and More: Apple Cider Vinegar – I have already talked extensively to […]
Essential Oils Good for Animals and People
I always knew that essential oils were great for people, but never thought about using them on animals until I saw Cesar Millan using lavender to calm a nervous dog. [However, due to new 2015 FDA regulations, this video was taken down.] One can try oils for everything from taking away a skin allergic reaction (lavender), to aiding with digestion (peppermint), […]
