Voluptuous and unabashedly orange, Pumpkin takes the stage in October. Usually considered to be no more than a Halloween decoration; Pumpkin is actually a versatile fruit with a lot to offer.
Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) While research results are mixed around flaxseed and its ability to reduce menopausal symptoms, there are enough positive findings to support use of this nutrient-rich herb. For many women it has made the difference between comfort and discomfort when it comes to reduction of hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings). Here are three nutrients unique to flaxseed, all of which play a role in supporting good health.
The Pap Smear has been around since the 1940s, named after George Papanicolaou, it is a screening test for cervical cancer. In the 1940s – cervical cancer was the number one killer of women, through the development and use of this screening test, we have reduced the death rate for cervical cancer patients by 70%. Early detection has given us an edge in treating this condition.
You caught the office bug going around and you managed to recover from most of the symptoms. The infection has cleared but a persistent, nagging cough has lingered. Did you know that the persistent cough that lingers after infections have cleared could be due to a Vitamin B12 deficiency?
The small intestine is the organ responsible for digestion and absorption. It also functions as a barrier that keeps toxins and harmful substances away from the blood and interstitial areas of our body. When either of these functions is disrupted, physical symptoms can result.
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