A Look at the Thalidomide Tragedy

Today we are all aware that some diseases and medications can have adverse effects during pregnancy both for the mother and the unborn child. Unfortunately, this knowledge comes with a tragically high price, having come from one of the most horrific medical accidents in history. In the late 1950s to the early 1960s, a drug … Read more

Good things to know about Cayenne Herbal Properties

Botanical Name: Capsicum frutescens/Capsicum spp. Common Names: Capsaicin, Chili Pepper, Red Pepper Overview Native Americans have used cayenne (or red pepper) as both food and medicine for at least 9,000 years. The hot and spicy taste of cayenne pepper is primarily due to an ingredient known as capsaicin. Although it tastes hot, capsaicin actually stimulates … Read more

“What on Earth is a Celiac?”

Diane Jakubowski was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in spring of 2003,and her somewhat confused physician sent Jakubowski to the nearest health food market for answers. Celiac Disease, also known as Celiac Sprue, is a genetically-linked autoimmune disease in which the absorbing surface of the small intestine is damaged by gluten, the protein found in wheat, … Read more