Fruit & Vegetable Nutrition | Heart Health Blog
November 19, 2011
A recent study has found that those who regularly eat greater quantities of white fruits and vegetables are 52 percent less likely to suffer a stroke than those who eat only a little white produce.
High Blood Pressure | Heart Health Blog
October 15, 2011
New research has found that even just "a little elevation" in blood pressure -- what previously was considered safe -- can increase your risk of stroke.
Enzymes, Diet & Nutrition | Natural Health Blog
August 27, 2011
Just because a food is labeled "gluten-free" on its packaging does not mean that it is actually gluten-free. There may in fact be a considerable amount of gluten in the product…more than enough to bring about the gastrointestinal difficulties that are the hallmark of the illness.
Beneficial Bacteria & Digestive Health | Natural Health Blog
July 2, 2011
Researchers have broken down some of the bacteria of the gut into three major enterotypes, or classifications. And every person's gut bacteria contains one of these three groups, but only one of these three groups. What this means, however, they don't yet know. Read Jon's blog on classifying beneficial bacteria for digestive health and to prevent chronic illnesses of the digestive system.
Digestive Health | Natural Health Newsletter
September 4, 2010
Nature is remarkably adaptive in overcoming our abuse, but there are limits to what that adaptability can accomplish in the human body. Learn what these limits are and how to protect yourself if perchance you push beyond them.
Proteolytic Enzymes, A Natural Alternative | Health Blog
June 15, 2010
People with mood disorders experience worse depression in the presence of allergies. Learn more about allergy season and dietary supplements that may help to reduce allergy symptoms naturally.
Understanding The Pancreas | Digestive Health Newsletter
December 7, 2009
We explore the anatomy and physiology of the pancreas and how it participates in the digestive process. In addition, we explore how abuse of this commonly ignored organ (through poor diet, inadequate supplementation, and lack of regular cleansing) can lead to serious -- even fatal -- health problems.
Natural Health Remedies | Jon Barron's Blog
December 1, 2009
Studies have found that drinking 12 or more ounces of fruit juice daily leads to obesity, risk of diabetes and heart disease.
Natural Digestive Health & Enzymes | Jon Barron's Blog
November 14, 2009
A recent study found that those who helped clean up after the events of 9/11 had double the incidence of Acid Reflux (GERD) and other gastrointestinal diseases, than the general population four to five years after the event.
Digestive Problems | Natural Health Remedies Newsletter
November 9, 2009
We now explore how what we've learned about the anatomy and physiology of the stomach translates into problems that can occur, including peptic ulcers, acid reflux, mineral absorption, B12 absorption, incomplete digestion, and weight gain - and how to deal with those problems.
Natural Health Remedies & Digestive Enzymes | Digestive Health Newsletter
October 26, 2009
We conclude our exploration of the anatomy and physiology of the stomach from a natural health perspective and examine the three phases of stomach digestion. In the process, we return to our comparison of the digestive systems of carnivores, omnivores, frugivores, and humans to get a better handle on what we were designed to eat.
Digestive Health & Digestive Enzymes | Natural Health Newsletter
September 28, 2009
Over the course of the next half dozen or so newsletters, I'm going to walk you through the digestive system -- from the tip of your tongue to the outer edge of your rectum. This will help you understand the nature of diseases of the digestive tract (everything from excess gas to acid reflux, from peptic ulcers to irritable bowel syndrome) and how to treat them naturally by working with your body, not against it.
Proteolytic Enzymes, A Natural Alternative | Health Blog
July 16, 2009
A new study has confirmed that statin drugs cause structural damage to muscles with muscle damage continuing to progress even after patients stop taking the drugs.
Digestive Health & Enzymes | Jon Barron's Blog
May 14, 2009
A new study offers yet another reason to take probiotics - if you're pregnant. The study of 256 expectant women found that those who took probiotics in the first trimester of pregnancy had less belly fat a year after giving birth than those who didn't take the supplements.
Heart Health & Proteolytic Enzymes | Jon Barron's Blog
April 11, 2009
New research has found that the heart muscle regenerates at the rate of about 1% a year in early adulthood, slowing down over time so that by age 75, the heart cells renew at the rate of about .5% annually.
Digestive Enzymes, Raw Food | Natural Health Newsletter
March 16, 2009
When evaluating the issue of raw foods, you need to consider the effect of cooking or not cooking on things such as: Pathogens, Beneficial bacteria, Nutrients, Enzymes, Denaturing of proteins, Digestibility and assimilation, Life force.
Proteolytic Enzymes, Nattokinase & Natural Alternatives To Alzheimer's | Health Blog
February 26, 2009
A new study out of Taiwan has found that the nattokinase enzyme, which is derived from fermented soy, may help to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
Enzymes & Nuts | Health Blog
July 24, 2008
A new study has found a strong link between eating nuts when pregnant and having asthmatic children.
Flushing & Proteolytic Enzymes, A Natural Alternative | Health Blog
June 12, 2008
At least a third of allergy sufferers aren't satisfied with the medication they take because they aren't getting enough relief. As an alternative, nasal irrigation is, in many cases, better, faster, cheaper and safer.
Enzyme Formulas | Natural Health Blog
April 26, 2008
A new study shows that high blood pressure may have even more to do with diet and how your body processes food than with genetics.
