Patient Education
Our mission is to help you be more medically prepared.
Stay up-to-date on the latest news in health and preparedness.
Two Tests to Assess Thyroid Function
Nearly 5 out of every 100 Americans ages 12 years and older have hypothyroidism, and about 1 out of every 100 have hyperthyroidism. Every year about 12,000 men and 33,000 women are diagnosed with thyroid cancer, and about 900 men and 1,000 women die from the disease....
Thyroid Gland Overview
The process which the body manufactures, and processes thyroid hormones is very complex. The following is an overview of the thyroid glands anatomy, function, hormones, and nutrients needed for proper function of the thyroid gland. Given this is a very complex gland,...
The Power of Probiotics
Probiotics are live microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits when consumed or applied to the body. They can be found in yogurt and other fermented foods, dietary supplements, and beauty products. They can also be found in soil. Probiotics may contain a...
Sauerkraut Basics
Making sauerkraut or any fermented vegetable can be fun, nutritious, and rewarding. A few pointers will help you achieve success Use filtered or bottled water- Tap water contains antibacterial agents to inhibit harmful growth of bacteria. The same antibacterial agents...
Add These Superfoods to Your Pantry
For thousands of years fermented foods have been consumed by nearly every culture in the world. These health promoting foods have historically been used to ward off disease and promote health. Before the advent of refrigeration vegetables were stored in root cellars,...
Proverbs on Health
Many proverbs are based in some degree of truth. Let’s explore some of the more popular ones and examine the validity of their health claims.An apple a day keeps the doctor away Apples are a rich source of natural pectin and soluble fiber. Pectin is found in highest...