Lately, I’ve been exploring xeno and phytoestrogens to get a better understanding of how these can harm and benefit our health. This recently got kicked off with my article: Are Phytoestrogens Dangerous or Healthy? Follow up articles had to do with a specific phytoestrogen beta-sitosterol, as … [Read more...] about Xeno vs Phyto Estrogens
Cancer
Customers Results with Prostate Cancer, BPH and More
The next piece in the ongoing series on prostate cancer. This one futures some tips and results from our customers. We’ve got lots of amazing customers so might as well crowdsource this! Once again, this is not medical advice. I and Lost Empire Herbs makes no claims as to what our customers share … [Read more...] about Customers Results with Prostate Cancer, BPH and More
Sexual Activity and Prostate Cancer Risk
A few different customers pointed out research regarding frequency of ejaculations and prostate cancer risks. For instance, George wrote in: “You might be interested to know that researchers at two Australian universities have confirmed that young men aged 15/16 who had masturbated and ejaculated … [Read more...] about Sexual Activity and Prostate Cancer Risk
Beware Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
“I am a 59 year-old white male, 8 months post-op. My cancer was found by accident…I was enjoying life, sexually active…now, I work hard not to piss on myself when I exercise…and despite all the suction devices and Viagra…my life as a man is non-existent. I really wonder if this is all I have to look … [Read more...] about Beware Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
If I Were to be Diagnosed with Cancer…
This is not medical advice. Instead, it is...philosophical advice. You see, I have a different philosophy of health and medicine than the average person. This is by and large because I have studied health from many different viewpoints and modalities. Therefore, the framework by which I think … [Read more...] about If I Were to be Diagnosed with Cancer…
Insecticides…not just Poisonous to Insects
This year and a half old study just came across my desk. Association Between Exposure to Pyrethroid Insecticides and Risk of All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality in the General US Adult Population Why is this important to you? Widespread exposure to pyrethroid insecticides has been … [Read more...] about Insecticides…not just Poisonous to Insects
Tinctures and Oral Cancer?
A customer asked about whether the consistent use of tincture extracts of herbs is linked to oral cancer. That’s what we’re exploring today. Short answer is no, there is no evidence that there is link. As for the long answer, here we go… According to NIH statistics, 10.5 adults per 100,000 … [Read more...] about Tinctures and Oral Cancer?
How Matcha Improves Metabolism, Weight Loss, Energy and Immunity
Matcha: you may have seen, heard of, or tasted this Japanese delicacy in anything from Frappuccinos to cupcakes. Whether you think the matcha craze has gone too far or you can’t get enough of matcha-mania, this specialized tea is still an incredible superfood that you should be consuming. Let’s … [Read more...] about How Matcha Improves Metabolism, Weight Loss, Energy and Immunity
Reishi Mushrooms – HIV, AIDS and Cancer
Dr. Andrew Weil states, "Reishi has been the subject of a surprising amount of scientific research in Asia and the West." This video shares some of the research surrounding HIV, AIDS, cancer and more, with Reishi's active components most studied including the beta-glucan polysaccharides and the … [Read more...] about Reishi Mushrooms – HIV, AIDS and Cancer
BPA (Bisphenol-A) and Plastic
"A poison kills you. A chemical like BPA reprograms your cells and ends up causing a disease in your grandchild that kills him." - Frederick vom Saal, Biology Professor at the University of Missouri-Columbia and BPA researcher1 Read that again. Let it sink in for a moment... BPA or … [Read more...] about BPA (Bisphenol-A) and Plastic
The Miracle Tree: Moringa
With a nickname like “the Miracle Tree”, it’s not difficult to imagine that moringa deserves your attention. Moringa oleifera, or simply moringa, is a tropical tree that grows plentifully in Central America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Having been used medicinally for more … [Read more...] about The Miracle Tree: Moringa
The Dangers and Benefits of the… SUN
The following article on the benefits of sunlight is a chapter from the newest book I'm working on tentatively called "Powered by Nature". In this book will be all the ways and methods in which nature is good for our health, happiness and even peak performance. It covers why it is in our best … [Read more...] about The Dangers and Benefits of the… SUN
Herbs for Men’s Prostate Health
This article is going to look at herbal supplements for prostate health, as well as other supplements, nutrition, diet and lifestyle factors. But before we get to the herbs it's important that you understand the basics of what the prostate is and the various issues around its health. What is the … [Read more...] about Herbs for Men’s Prostate Health
Ep23: Dr. Tom Yarema
Dr. Tom Yarema is a pioneering physician...passionately committed to bridging the best of all systems of Medicine and delivering practical, cost-effective solutions to his patients. Among the early physicians who established the specialty of Emergency Medicine in the US during the early 80’s, he … [Read more...] about Ep23: Dr. Tom Yarema
Immunity
We all long to be healthy. No one enjoys being sick or injured. Enjoyment is never the issue here. So it is of utmost importance to have an immune system working at the highest levels. (we're going to also talk about a concentrated wei qi booster for humans later). So what does a healthy one look … [Read more...] about Immunity
Benefits of Mushrooms
By Logan Christopher This past weekend was the 41st annual Fungus Fair in Santa Cruz, California. This was the second time I’ve gone to it. Its great for learning how to identify mushrooms, from the edible to inedible, medicinal to poisonous. They even have an ID table where you can bring … [Read more...] about Benefits of Mushrooms
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