Being sick is no fun! So if we can avoid it, all the better. While all cases of illness suck, in this post I’m focusing on the common cold and flu that goes around especially during the winter season. I remember being sick quite often as a kid. But in my adult life, as I began studying health … [Read more...] about How to NOT Get Sick: Part I
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Why I’m Losing Faith in Science
Over the past few months, ever since the results of my most recent blood test, I've dove deep into studying certain hormones and related compounds to understand them better. This resulted in six different articles covering three compounds: Estrogen for Men Sex Hormone Binding Globulin … [Read more...] about Why I’m Losing Faith in Science
Opioids, Pain Management and Natural Alternatives
Western medicine strives to maintain the stranglehold it has built around the topic of health. But the cracks in the foundation are becoming more and more apparent. While there are many great aspects of Western medicine, there are also some very dark corners as well. One area it shines in is … [Read more...] about Opioids, Pain Management and Natural Alternatives
When High Tech is Not Scientific
An insidious confusion of terms is what is preventing most people from having greater health and happiness. After noodling around this area for some time, I have finally figured out the root. It is the confusion between science and technology. While these two are certainly related, they are NOT the … [Read more...] about When High Tech is Not Scientific
The Value of Western Medicine
As much as the Western Medical model is broken there are certainly some good aspects to it. In broad generalizations I would say that: 1) Western Medicine is absolutely great in acute conditions and can be the best option for saving lives. 2) Western Medicine is pretty horrible in chronic … [Read more...] about The Value of Western Medicine
Herbs, Herbs, Everywhere but Not a Thought to Think
If you’re in the USA I’m sure you’ve heard this saying before. (Not sure if there is an equivalent in other languages.) “Water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink.” This speaks to the idea that you can’t drink salt water. While water is hydrating, that level of salt will dehydrate you … [Read more...] about Herbs, Herbs, Everywhere but Not a Thought to Think