All posts by Vicki Batts

(NaturalNews) As if undergoing chemotherapy wasn’t daunting enough, recent research has revealed that three out of four physicians and scientists would prefer to opt out of the devastating treatment. Many people have become quite aware of the ill effects associated with chemotherapy, but part of why so many professionals in the field would refuse treatment […]

(NaturalNews) You may not know this, but in the 1970s and 1980s, over 50 women in the United States died because of their tampons. While the FDA and the entire feminine hygiene industry have done their best to suppress this little tidbit — and dismiss it as a “rumor,” — the fact remains that tampons […]

(NaturalNews) When you think about buying toothpaste from your grocery store, you probably aren’t thinking about all the toxic chemicals that could be lurking inside. And that doesn’t just mean store brands. Even the name brand toothpastes, like Crest and Colgate, are not nearly as good for you as your dentist may be leading you […]

(NaturalNews) Cancer rates are rising and many people are looking to natural prevention as a way of reducing their cancer risks. The serious and unwanted side effects associated with conventional cancer treatments are certainly more than enough to warrant concern over cancer development, and are sure to steer many people towards a path of natural […]

(NaturalNews) If you want thicker hair and eyelashes, look no further! Castor oil, which is good for nearly everything, can help keep your locks luxurious and help your eyelashes retain their youthful thickness. Often overlooked due to its thick, sticky consistency — castor oil is loaded with fatty acids, such as ricinoleic acid. Ricinoleic acid […]

(NaturalNews) Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, is one of eight B vitamins. B vitamins are integral to human health because they serve to help the body convert carbohydrates into energy, or glucose. The usage of protein and fat is also enhanced by B vitamins, making them a necessity for healthy skin, hair, nails, eyes and a […]

(NaturalNews) The problem with antibiotics is that they are incapable of killing every single bacterial organism. This means that only the toughest, most resistant bacteria survive a round of antibiotics. These bacteria multiply, and lead to the growth of a new, antibiotic-resistant strain. With antibiotic-resistant bacteria on the rise, it is no surprise that many people […]

(NaturalNews) Ashwaganda root extract is known to be one of the principle herbs of Ayurvedic medicine. But new studies suggest that it may be more than that soon. The study, reported in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Medicine, suggests that supplementation of the root may improve muscle size and strength, as well […]

(NaturalNews) Beets are extremely distinctive vegetables. Their bright, red color, slight sweetness and soft, buttery texture either makes people fall in love with them, or turn the other way. Of course, if people knew how incredibly nutrient-rich beets were, perhaps more people would diligently try to include these precious root vegetables in their diet even […]

(NaturalNews) Fluoride is in just about everything. It’s frequently added to the water supply, so it’s probably in your drinking water. It’s in most conventional oral health products such as toothpaste and mouthwash. It is nearly impossible to avoid, even in spite of growing concern over the negative affects associated with fluoride. Fluoride exposure has […]