A good diet is the first place to turn when you want to make real improvements in your appearance. Beautiful eyes, skin, hair and nails need a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, and plenty of water. Beautiful skin, hair and eyes all depend on a healthy liver. Too much alcohol, caffeine and drugs put a heavy load on the liver and rob the body of B vitamins. All tissues need a rich, high oxygen blood supply, and plenty of mineral building blocks. Plants are the most absorbable way for the body to get them.

Did you see this worrisome headline? “Older Women Who Take Calcium Supplements to Maintain Bone Strength May have an Increased Risk of Heart Attack.” [1] When we all thought calcium supplements were relatively safe, we now find out that high dosages of calcium supplements may adversely influence vascular health.

Gray hair is one of the outward indications of aging that bothers a lot of people. But there are some natural options for avoiding it.

For years, I've said that breast self-examinations are a complete waste of time for women. And now, as always, the health care industry is belatedly catching up to my way of thinking.

The American Cancer Society reports that more than 200,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the United States.

There are two types of midwives recognized in America: a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) and a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM).

What exactly is going on with women’s health these days?

In some cases, foods alone can’t provide enough of specific nutrients, unless you plan on eating more than your weight in produce.

As people continue to seek natural, alternative means to relieve pain, combat disease and improve their overall well-being, acupuncture is a popular option and is growing in its 'trendiness'.