Clove oil does contain natural compounds that can reduce pain when applied topically. It has a long history of use in dental care primarily for relieving the pain associated with toothaches. However, it is very important that the clove essential oil be prepared properly or else it can create many more problems than it will […]
Have you ever experienced bouts of sneezing, itchy eyes, and a runny nose? You may be one of the more than 35 million people that have been diagnosed with “allergic rhinitis” (seasonal allergies or hay fever). Conventional pharmaceutical treatment options for allergies are limited to decongestants and antihistamines which come with unwanted side effects like […]
Did you know that the type of food your children eat directly impacts their ability to learn and focus? With school in session it’s important to have quick, easy, healthy, and kid friendly food choices at hand. Recent studies have shown that children who skip or eat unhealthy breakfasts have an increased risk of obesity, […]
There are no known interactions between Valerian and albuterol inhalers. Most of Valerian’s potential interactions occur with other prescription sedatives. However, if you want to be safe, start the supplementation with Valerian at a very low dose. A normal dose for the average 4 year old would be 30 drops 1-2x daily. You might start […]
Clove oil does contain natural compounds that can reduce pain when applied topically. It has a long history of use in dental care primarily for relieving the pain associated with toothaches. However, it is very important that the clove essential oil be prepared properly or else it can create many more problems than it will […]
The Focus Formula is a great place to start to provide key nutrients to support improved focus and concentration. The B vitamin family is very important as are the blend of phospholipids such as Phosphatidyl choline and Phosphatidyl serine. These are vital to lipid membranes of the brain and neurological system. The formula also contains DMAE, a compound […]
Natural remedies work wonderfully in children. They are invaluable for parents who want to manage common childhood illness from a more natural point of view. Selecting an herb for a childhood illness is much the same as for an adult illness of the same kind. For example, colds and flu’s are treated similarly in child […]
Hi! As a parent of 4, I totally understand your concerns! Have you tried to check him for food sensitivities? Most of the time, checking for and changing their diet will have a great impact on their health! Food allergy testing comes in different forms, and please don’t have the scratching test done… it only […]
Thank you for your question. Although some of the ingredients in the focus formula may be redundant to other supplements you are giving her, particularly the multivitamin, there is no nutrient that poses any significant danger of overdose. The group of vitamins most likely to overlap is the B-vitamins. All B-vitamin are water soluble and […]
Lisa, I am not sure the information you have is entirety correct. Let’s review some information about acetylcoholine and its role in memory and learning from a Neuro textbook. “Acetylcholine enhances the activity of various cortical neurons, causing suppression of membrane potassium currents and thereby causing depolarization and suppression of adaptation. This could certainly enhance […]