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The Health Benefits of Forest Bathing

The Japanese have taken the healing power of nature seriously for many years. They call the practice of immersing oneself in nature “Shinrin-yoku” which translates to “taking in the forest atmosphere.” The more common term used by… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute […]

Published on April 26, 2021

Gotu Kola Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease and Cognitive Decline

Gotu Kola, often called “the herb of longevity,” is a popular remedy in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Eastern practitioners say that the plant has brain-boosting powers, helps heal skin conditions, and promotes healthy kidneys and livers… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for […]

Published on April 26, 2021

Americans’ Failure to Get 2nd COVID Shot Shows Need for 1-Dose Vaccine

The former acting director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that people are not getting their second dose of COVID-19 vaccines which “points to the importance of one-shot vaccine.” Statistics show that over 8% of people… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of […]

Published on April 26, 2021