Alexandra Roach
Author
Alexandra Roach is a board-certified holistic health practitioner, herbalist, and movement teacher who has also worked as a journalist, TV news anchor, and author. She has earned citations from U.S. Army commanders for her work with military personnel and writes with a broad perspective on health.
LATEST
Staying Sober: Experts Share Holistic Approaches to Addiction Recovery
Empowerment, resilience, and self-reliance coupled with healthy nutrition, sleep, and natural remedies are keys to a holistic approach to addiction treatment.
Nutrition for a Broad Spectrum of Acid-Base Related Disorders–Part 2
The body maintains an ideal pH (7.35-7.45) through constant regulation. Proper pH is vital for all organs, as imbalances like acidosis can harm overall health.
Herbs That Can Help Lift Seasonal Depression
Herbal remedies can ward off fall blues by strengthening our body’s coping mechanisms and allowing it to navigate the effects of seasonal affective disorder.
When Imbalanced pH Levels Cause Illnesses–Part 1
Acid-base homeostasis is crucial for normal functions of nearly all bodily systems, while disturbances can cause a broad spectrum of disorders.
Oil Pulling—an Ancient Practice With Modern Health Benefits
Oil pulling is a time-tested remedy, scientifically researched to be as effective as Chlorhexidine mouthwash, but without adverse effects.
5 Easy Steps to Make Any Online Recipe Healthier
The plethora of online cooking and baking inspirations is wonderful, but sometimes recipes benefit from small adjustments to make them healthier.
Homeopathy: An Alternative Medicine That Withstands the Test of Time and Science
One of the oldest and safest European forms of alternative medicine, homeopathy serves as both a first aid remedy and treatment of chronic conditions.
Hibiscus’ Therapeutic Potential in Type 1 Diabetes and Healthy Adults–Study
Regulating to blood sugar and insulin levels, protective to the liver, and a strong antioxidant, hibiscus tea is more than a deliciously refreshing summer tea.
USDA Rules Leave US Organics Disadvantaged Against Imports, Alleges Watchdog
Foreign group certification of organic food continues to raise problems for U.S. farmers and consumers.
Selenium Counters Thyroid and Intestinal Disease, Alzheimer’s, and Cancer
Historically seen as a natural toxicant, selenium has many health benefits reaching to the smallest energy-producing facilities in our cells, the mitochondria.
