A Columbia University study has found that adversity early in life is associated with increased gastrointestinal symptoms in children that may have an impact on the brain and behavior as they grow to maturity.

A Columbia University study has found that adversity early in life is associated with increased gastrointestinal symptoms in children that may have an impact on the brain and behavior as they grow to maturity.



The use of plants as treatments dates to at least 3000 b.c. although some theories propose humans have been using plants has medicine forThe use of plants as treatments dates to at least 3000 b.c. although some theories propose humans have been using plants has medicine for as long as we’ve existed. Today this practice is part of a broader movement that has been fueled by the high ineffectiveness of prescription drugs, their side effects and the fact that these drugs do not work for everyone. Natural remedies come with little to no risk and if you find the right one for your condition, you can use it for life. That being said, always consult with a Naturopathic Doctor before initiating any herbal treatments for diagnosed conditions, especially if you are already taking medication

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The 15 Most Effective Natural Remedies For Anxiety

Critically endangered hummingbird eggs are smaller than jellybeans, here’s how to spot and protect them: “Hummingbird eggs are tiny,Critically endangered hummingbird eggs are smaller than jellybeans, here’s how to spot and protect them: “Hummingbird eggs are tiny, about the size of jelly beans! Please remember to carefully check for nests before you trim trees and shrubs,” the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently urged gardeners in a Facebook post. Thirty four hummingbird species […] ...read more


I don’t need social shaming. I don’t need people in positions of authority to post threatening messages to comply or be faced withI don’t need social shaming. I don’t need people in positions of authority to post threatening messages to comply or be faced with ministry $100,000 fines and five years in jail. I don’t need our “leaders” to take positions to “cover their ass” instead of providing real guidance and much-needed assistance. ...read more

Ontario Equestrian's recommendation that riding facilities close because of COVID-19 has caused confusion and backlash. Here is one impassioned response.


From marijuana to catnip, there are hundreds of remarkably common herbs, flowers, berries and plants that serve all kinds of importantFrom marijuana to catnip, there are hundreds of remarkably common herbs, flowers, berries and plants that serve all kinds of important medicinal and health purposes that might surprise you: anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, insect repellent, antiseptic, expectorant, antibacterial, detoxification, fever reduction, antihistamine and pain relief. Here are eighteen potent medical plants you’re likely to find in the wild – or even someone’s backyard – that can help with minor injuries, scrapes, bites and pains. Seriously. Though marijuana is still illegal in the United States, it is legal in 12 states for medicinal purposes, and if a case of poison ivy in the ...read more

From marijuana to catnip, there are hundreds of remarkably common herbs, flowers, berries and plants that serve all kinds of importantFrom marijuana to catnip, there are hundreds of remarkably common herbs, flowers, berries and plants that serve all kinds of important medicinal and health purposes that might surprise you: anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, insect repellent, antiseptic, expectorant, antibacterial, detoxification, fever reduction, antihistamine and pain relief. Here are eighteen potent medical plants you’re likely to find in the wild – or even someone’s backyard – that can help with minor injuries, scrapes, bites and pains. Seriously. Though marijuana is still illegal in the United States, it is legal in 12 states for medicinal purposes, and if a case of poison ivy in the ...read more