Artemis Therapeutics is committed to bringing natural health solutions to both mainstream people who don't ordinarily get the opportunity to address health concerns holistically and to the people who are well-versed in the natural approach world and use only the best and most trusted brands out there. In offering natural alternatives to people who need to take medications and OTCs on a daily basis for symptom relief, Artemis Therapeutics is committed to raising awareness, trust, and understanding of how natural ingredients can support health. This awareness and integration of natural solutions is essential for individual health, for the revival of the health care system in this country, to our country's strive toward the most cutting edge medicine in the world, and to the health of the planet.

It it the goal of Artemis Therapeutics in comradery with all those committed to holistic health to take the focus off of fear and liability surrounding natural health care and put the energy into developing safe and quality supplements and therapies as the most common way to address health concerns. Drugs, invasive therapies, and costly procedures should be used as necessary, but only when necessary. Natural solutions should be used to address symptoms, as a first line of defense as they often also act as disease prevention in addition to relief.

It is impossible for us to expect the FDA and the allopathic medical field to know and endorse every possible solution to our health concerns. Fears surrounding natural products and liability have paralyzed us and the development of medicine in this country. The most valuable asset we have from our doctors is to allow them to develop their practice of medicine over years of experience as experts of the human body and disease and to offer their personal opinions and ideas for our individual health concerns based on what they observe from our current state of being. Instead of encouraging this to develop... liability, laws and big health care have completely stunted it. Physicians are forced to practice according to the book in the name of being cost efficient and not liable, and instead it is costing us our good health, less and less health care, and us falling behind in medical development. Instead of sitting here paralyzed by the fact that not everything can be approved and integrated into the allopathic medical education system, Artemis Therapeutics has put the time, energy, and experience into clinical research and into sourcing from the highest quality, safety and efficacy tested ingredients available to develop supplements and information that you and your health care practitioner can trust.

During allergy season, ragweed is an allergen that we always hear about... but what is it?

Ragweed is also called bitterweeds and bloodweeds. There are 41 species worldwide. Many are adapted to the arid climates of the desert. Ragweeds prefer dry, sunny grassy plains, sandy soils, and to grow along river banks, along roadsides, and vacant lots. The pollen from ragweed is extremely light and can be carried for many miles on air currents. Ragweed seeds can also often survive for years in the soil, growing when conditions are right.

Ragweed is highly allergenic, generally considered the greatest allergen of all pollens, and the prime cause of hay fever in North America. Common Ragweed and Western Ragweed are considered the most noxious to those prone to hay fever. Ragweeds bloom in the northern hemisphere from early July-mid August or until cooler weather arrives.





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Hello again! I mentioned before I would pass on articles of interest. The latest article on allergies comes from WebMD. I found it to be an important article to read because it talks about hidden allergens. All to often, we can't figure out what triggers an allergic attack. This article names a few culprits and hopefully it will help you figure out what your sneezing, itching and runny nose are all about. You can click here to go to the article on the WebMD website or just continue reading...

Under Attack: Hidden Allergy Triggers
Mold, mites, and pet dander lurk where you'd never suspect.
By Jeanie Lerche Davis
WebMD Feature
Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD

Sneezing and wheezing can hit at the most unlikely times. You know you've got an allergy, but sudden attacks can be very mysterious. Richard Weber, MD, an allergy specialist with the National Jewish Medical and Research Center in Denver, reveals a few clues.
Allergy Attack: Stuffed Animals in Hot Water
Kapok (a tree native to tropical America, Africa, and the East Indies) has long been used to stuff pillows and pooh bears. The seed pods are used as stuffing for pillows, sleeping bags, and furniture upholstery. Like bird feathers and down, kapok was among allergens suspected in causing allergic reactions in both adults and kids. However, recent studies have shown that the stuffing isn't the problem -- it's the dust mites and mold.
"Turns out, even the foam rubber, synthetic stuff gets just as contaminated as down feathers," Weber tells WebMD. "In any humid climate, there's a very good chance that pillows and toys -- no matter what they're stuffed with -- will get contaminated with dust mites and mold."
Rather than tossing out those beloved items, try washing them, he suggests. Hot water (130 degrees Fahrenheit) and drying in a hot dryer kills dust mites. Adding a few drops of eucalyptus oil to the water also helps kill mites.
Allergy Attack: Pet Dander but No Pets?
Whether you've got pets or not, animal dander is likely lurking in your car or home. "You expect to find cat and dog dander where there are pets. But a number of studies have found significant levels in cars -- and in homes -- that have never had pets," Weber says.
In one recent study, researchers vacuumed the bus and taxi seats all over one city in Brazil. "When you look for dander, you find it," says Weber. "People with pets are carrying animal dander on their clothes, and deposit it wherever they sit. Movie theaters, planes, it's pervasive. The levels they deposit are high enough to trigger an allergic reaction. Half a dozen studies all over globe have looked at this issue -- the story's the same all over."
The best way to fight allergies from animal dander is to remove the pet from the home and avoid any contact. However if that's not possible, avoid or reduce contact with the animal.
When a thunderstorm rolls through, prepare for an allergy attack. Why? The winds stir up both mold spores and tiny particles released by pollen grains. It starts while the sun is still shining, says Weber. "It has to do with updrafts that often precede thunderstorms. They cause mold spore counts to go up astronomically, 100 times higher than normal."
As the storm passes through, winds also disrupt the grass pollen grains on the ground, causing them to release tiny particles -- particles that are 1,000 times smaller than the pollen grains, says Weber. "The particles don't show up on any pollen count. But a wave of cold air will sweep the stuff off the ground -- blow it just high enough to hit people in the face." Because the particles are so tiny, they are inhaled deeply into the lungs causing serious problems, he explains.
One thunderstorm can cause "a double-whammy before the storm rolls through, then afterward," Weber says. "Those fine particles can be very irritating."
Allergy Attack: Those Awful Roaches
Roaches do not discriminate. They thrive in the poorest and best of neighborhoods, Weber says. "Some parts of the country simply have more, like the Southeast where roaches are a fact of life," he tells WebMD. Restaurants and schools have roaches. The pests can even enter your home via your new couch -- an item that has been warehoused.
Roaches can be very difficult to eradicate, says Weber. Roach traps and baits, as well as insect sprays, can help. But spraying should occur only when no one is at home. Before you or your child returns home after spraying, make sure that your home has been aired out for a couple of hours.
Also, it's important to clean up the area where roaches have been found. They thrive in humid and water environments, so fixing leaks helps eliminate them. Dead roaches and their feces are often the cause of allergies -- not the roaches themselves. The American Academy of Asthma and Immunology suggests sealing foods in tight-lidded containers, vacuuming and sweeping after meals, and taking out the garbage frequently to avoid roaches.

At Artemis Therapeutics, 2009 will bring about Lucidia, our herbal allergy relief formula. We're very excited! The website, www.LucidiaLife.com went live just this past week. If you haven't done so already, please check it out. You'll notice that we can't take orders at this time, but look for Lucidia to hit the market in March.

I continually read and research the topic of allergies and the effects they have on people. In the midst of doing this, I realized this information may be better shared with people suffering with allergies. As they say... Knowledge is Power. So as I read or find informative websites, I'll post them here.

To start, a nice overall comprehensive website about allergies is American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. More specifically, they have an article about 'what is an allergic reaction'.

Here's to your health in 2009!

My name is Kacey and I'm a part of a creative, dynamic partnership with two other people that I'm sure you'll get to know along the way. This is my first blog installment for our company, Artemis Therapeutics.

We've spent many hours in the making of Artemis Therapeutics. The first product you'll see on the market is called Lucidia. Lucidia is an herbal allergy relief supplement composed of reishi mushroom, stinging nettles, quercetin, bromelain and n-acetyl cysteine. The way we came up with this formula is based on scientific research, clinical experience and traditional herbalism.

Through research we discovered that...
Reishi mushroom enhances immune support, reduces allergic reactions, supports the lungs in asthma and bronchial disease and prevents viral infections.
Stinging nettles help purify the blood, fortify the blood with minerals, iron and chlorophyll to strengthen the body's resistance and moisturize dry skin; it is a natural antihistimine for immediate relief and it cleanses the kidneys.
Querectin reduces inflammation in the sinus cavities, inhibits release and production of histimine, has anti-viral properties, protects against oxidative and free radical damage, and breaks down mucous.
Bromelain exerts anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic activity, potentiates the benefits of quercetin, breaks down mucous in the sinus passages and the bloodstream, and it breaks down metabolic waste from undigested food or food allergies.
N-acetyl cysteine protects the liver and detoxifies it from chemical exposure and oxidation by increasing glutathione levels.

Look for Lucidia to hit the market early 2009. The website where Lucidia can be ordered is www.LucidiaLife.com. In the mean time, check back with the blog, as I will update our progress, give current event information on the latest allergy research and give tips on how to better improve your health, naturally.