Articles by Shari Barbanel
Delivering Joint Health Options
Manufacturers are offering diverse, value-added products for the growing demographic seeking natural joint health care. The ability to move easily and without pain is a gift that is often taken for granted. As the body ages, the joints become stiffer and less flexible, making it more difficult to move around. According to the Centers for ...
Parental Addictions Associated With Adult Children’s Arthritis
The adult offspring of parents who were addicted to drugs or alcohol are more likely to have arthritis, according to a new study by University of Toronto (Canada) researchers. Investigators examined a group of 13,036 adults and found that a medical professional had diagnosed 20.4 percent of respondents with arthritis. Investigators found that 14.5 percent ...
Gut Reactions
Retailers are finding that helping customers maintain a well-functioning digestive system is a core health concern. Digestive distress can ruin anyone’s day as symptoms such as heartburn, abdominal pain and discomfort, bloating, constipation or diarrhea can make the thought of leaving the house unbearable. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), digestive diseases affect ...
Caring For Man’s Best Friends
Consumers see the benefits of going natural not only for themselves, but for the family pet as well. According to the American Pet Products Association 2013-2014 Pet Owner Survey, approximately 56. 7 million U. S. households have dogs, while 45.3 million own cats. In addition, 12 percent of U. S. homes have fresh water fish ...
Naturally Serving The Cycle Of Womanhood
As age changes the health issues women face, many are adopting natural approaches to see them through their life stages. While eating healthily and exercising is important for everyone, women face a number of health issues throughout their lives. From premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and menopause to pregnancy and breast health, as women age, the health ...
The Immune Boom
Once thought of as a “winter category,” consumers are learning the importance of maintaining their immune systems year-round. In the United States, “cold and flu season” typically begins in the fall and peaks in the winter months of January or February. According to Flu.gov, five to 20 percent of U.S. residents get the flu each ...
Clean Sweep
Learning about how environmental toxins and poor diet can affect them, many consumers are turning to detox and cleansing programs as a proactive approach to health. Detoxification and cleansing has been practiced throughout history by many cultures for physical and spiritual reasons. Many ancient cultures took part in cleansing rituals, while detoxification is a part ...
Just Relax
Stress and a lack of sleep can create a “vicious circle” that, if not rectified, can lead to more serious health issues. For many Americans, “bedtime” doesn’t necessarily mean they will actually get a good night of sleep. Some lie in bed worrying about the mountain of tasks they need to accomplish the next day, ...
Weighing Options
Consumers actively seek retailers’ help to find safe, natural ways to deal with their weight issues. The end of each year causes people to reflect on the things they have accomplished (or failed to) and what they plan to complete in the coming year. And for those who choose to make a New Year’s resolution, ...
Strength Of Heart
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), based on 2009 deathrate data, coronary heart disease accounted for one in six deaths in the U.S. In addition, more than 2,000 Americans die of cardiovascular disease(CVD) each day (approximately one death every 40 seconds). Further, ...
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