Facebook Instagram Pinterest The term ‘Ayurveda’ is a Sanskrit word and it means ‘knowledge of life and longevity'(1). It is an alternative medicine system with historical roots in the Indian subcontinent(2). It is believed that the origins of Ayurveda date Read More
The widespread acceptance and acknowledgment of cannabis as a legitimate medicine has significantly changed public perception of the cannabis plant. And while many persons are familiar with the concept of the plant’s potential medicinal use, very few actually understand how Read More
The spectrum of light emits all colors. Each color within the spectrum represents a different wavelength. Each wavelength of color produces various effects on our anatomy, as well as our health and well-being. It is important to note, however, that Read More
Essential oils have existed for thousands of years. Among the earliest known trade routes, salt, spices, seeds, and essential oils were regular offerings. Essential oils have great medicinal benefits as they contain the essence of herbs and flowers in concentrated Read More
A proverb says that ‘The best things in our lives are free’. One of the best examples of this is water, the earth’s most abundant and precious natural resource, as well as the most important element we consume. Our bodies, Read More
Cannabis is a known healing plant that has existed for thousands of years. In recent decades, the re-emergence of cannabis as a prominent and viable source of food, fuel, and fiber, and medicine has caused a groundswell of interest in Read More
Pain is an inescapable part of life. As human beings, we can and do experience many different types of pain. While nearly every person has experienced the physical pain of an injury, that type of pain can vary greatly in Read More
While mindfulness is known to be rooted in the Buddhist tradition that dates back more than 2,500 years, the adaptation of mindfulness into modern healthcare didn’t occur until 1979. A program called MBSR, or Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, began as a Read More
Where do I start? When should I begin? Am I capable of becoming a mindful individual? These are the same questions I have asked myself while in search of how to make a change for the better in my life Read More
