The “blue light” in LED lighting can damage the eye’s retina and disturb natural sleep rhythms, France’s government-run health watchdog said this week. New findings confirm earlier concerns that “exposure to an intense and powerful [LED] light is ‘photo-toxic’ and can lead to irreversible loss of retinal cells and diminished sharpness of vision,” the French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety (ANSES) warned in a statement. The agency recommended in a 400-page report that the maximum limit for acute exposure be revised, even if such levels are rarely met in home or work environments. The report distinguished
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By Edsel Cook (Natural News) A Chinese man had the …read more Source: Natural News
By Julie Fidler French fries aren’t very healthy, and that probably doesn’t come as much of a shock to you. But even more than unhealthy, eating the deep-fried taters at least twice a week was linked with an increased risk of early death. [1] Over an 8-year period, a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition tracked the French fry consumption of 4,400 men and women, ages 45 to 79. At the end of the study, 236 of the participants had died. [2] After adjusting for several factors, eating potatoes – even gorging on them – was not
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By Sara Tipton We all could use some relaxation and calm in our ever-stressful lives. Several herbs promote deep relaxation, but none quite like an herbal tincture with “nature’s Valium,” valerian root. Herbal tinctures are gaining in popularity thanks to their safety in comparison to pharmaceutical drugs. If you are looking for an easy way to reap the benefits of medicinal plants, take a look at herbal tinctures. A [herbal] tincture is a concentrated liquid herbal extract made from herbs that are taken orally. Tinctures are typically made by soaking herbs in alcohol for several weeks to extract the active
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By Dr. Mercola Table of Contents Purslane’s Many Health Benefits What Is Purslane Used For? How to Grow Purslane How to Eat Purslane Purslane Recipes You Should Try The purslane plant (Portulaca Oleracea) is one of those herbs that sometimes you just can’t decide whether to keep or remove from your garden. It’s often viewed as unwelcome because it pops up beside plants you want to showcase or eat. Purslane has become so widespread in gardens1 today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has branded it a noxious weed.2 Purslane, which may reach up to 30 centimeters …read more Source:
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By Lisa Egan Fermented foods like kimchi, kefir, and kombucha are widely available and wildly popular these days. There are good reasons for that – they provide some impressive health benefits. Fermentation originated as a food preservation method and means to produce alcohol. The earliest record of fermentation dates back thousands of years, and nearly every civilization has included at least one fermented food in its culinary heritage. Bread, beer, Indian chutneys, miso, sauerkraut, yogurt, cheese, sour cream, soy sauce, pickles, and even chocolate are some examples of fermented foods that people …read more Source: Ready Nutrition
By Dagny Taggart By Dagny Taggart Itchy, watery eyes. Stuffy nose. Or, a runny nose. Scratchy throat. Fatigue. Facial pain. Postnasal drip with a side of coughing. All of those symptoms are signs … Read the rest The post Natural Ways to Reduce Seasonal Allergy Symptoms appeared first on The Organic Prepper. …read more Source: Organic Prepper
By Dr. Mercola Obesity rates have tripled worldwide since 1975, and as of 2016, 39% of adults were overweight while 13% were obese.1 Associated health risks like heart disease and diabetes are well known, but many aren’t aware that your brain may also be affected by obesity. Rates of neurodegenerative disorders, including dementia, are also on the rise, with an estimated 115 million people expected to be living with dementia by 2050.2 It’s possible that rising rates of obesity may be one driving force behind this growing burden — and one that’s largely preventable at that. Obesity May Shrink Your
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Children are far more vulnerable to the damaging effects of electromagnetic fields than we are. Your child’s brain absorbs two to three times as many EMFs as yours, and sources of exposure are everywhere. What can you do? Is your child’s favorite pastime screen time? Are you concerned about how much cumulative exposure your kids have to electromagnetic radiation at home and at school from computers, cell phones, tablets, electronic toys, cell towers, power lines and the like? If not, you should be! Children are more vulnerable than adults to the effects of EMF (electromagnetic frequencies or fields) for a
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By Jeff By Jacqueline Mitchell Your mother was right; broccoli is good for you. Long associated with decreased risk of cancer, broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables – the family of plants that also… …read more Source: Natural Blaze
By Jeff Sales hit a record $52.5 billion as organic becomes mainstream, says Organic Trade Association survey Clean, transparent, fresh, sustainable. Environmentally friendly, animal humane, high quality,… …read more Source: Natural Blaze
By Edsel Cook (Natural News) Taking a glass or two …read more Source: Natural News
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The true purpose of the seemingly inert human appendix continues to elude modern medicine, but a new study suggests that those who have the organ removed due to appendicitis are at three times greater risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. Appendicitis is defined as inflammation or rupturing of the appendix, a small organ located at the base of the large intestine. Each year around 300,000 Americans have their appendix removed, usually for this reason. Meanwhile, Parkinson’s disease, a debilitating neurological condition originating in the mid-brain, strikes some 200,000 per year in the US, including high-profile patients such as Michael J Fox,
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By Michelle Simmons (Natural News) Essential oils are used in …read more Source: Natural News
By Jonathan Landsman (NaturalHealth365) Millions of Americans live with chronic health problems like, autoimmune disorders, cancer, fatigue, heart disease and alike. Yet, with all the money invested in research and knowledge, most people remain unclear about why they suffer so much. Today, we’ll focus our attention on leaky gut syndrome and how this condition greatly influences your overall health. Generally speaking, without the right information (and feedback), chronic health problems tend to get worse – over time – while the real cause of sickness is often overlooked (or, sadly, ignored) by most conventionally-trained physicians. For example, an estimated 50 percent
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By Dr. Mercola Blood pressure is a measurement of the force your blood exerts as it pushes against your arteries. Blood pressure will normally rise and fall throughout the day but when it remains consistently high it becomes a significant concern as this pressure may damage your heart and cause other health problems. In 2017, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology, along with nine other health organizations,1 changed the cutoff used to diagnose high blood pressure from 140/90 to 130/80.2 This slight shift increased the number of people diagnosed to include many who had previously
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By Sharon Falsetto Sore muscles can manifest in a number of ways including stress, injury, infection, joint disease, and medication. All muscles within the body are potentially susceptible to soreness, depending upon the cause. Sore muscles can often be extremely limiting in their effects. One of the common methods for treating sore muscle pain is the use of over-the-counter medication such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Heat packs may also help. However, the effectiveness of a heat pack might be increased with the addition of essential oil blends. Essential oil blends can also be used with a compress or massaged into
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By Daisy Luther By Daisy Luther When things go wrong and we have more month than money, it can be difficult to keep the family fed, the bills paid, and a roof over … Read the rest The post 50 Ways to Eat from Your Pantry When You Have No Money for Groceries appeared first on The Organic Prepper. …read more Source: Organic Prepper
By Sarah Garone From multicolored varieties of hummus to the newly popular Impossible Burger, you’ve probably noticed plant-based protein steadily making its way onto grocery shelves and restaurant menus. And you’ve probably heard that incorporating more plants into your diet is beneficial for both for the health of the body and the future of the planet. It’s true: People who eat more plants and less meat have reduced rates of cancer,
By Susan Patterson There is just something so perfect about homegrown tomatoes fresh off the vine and still warm from the summer sun. They transport you to a simpler time and the vibrant flavors are incomparable to store-bought tomatoes. However, there are thousands of tomato varieties and it can often be incredibly overwhelming to figure out where to start and which ones are the best. This guide can give you an idea of what to expect with each variety and help you begin your journey to enjoying fresh produce grown right in your …read more Source: Natural Living Ideas
By Susan Patterson The world seems to be firmly divided into two camps: pro-cilantro and anti-cilantro. It is incredibly rare to find someone ambivalent about this ancient herb, either they love it or they hate it. If you are in the former group, here are a few ideas to take your cilantro game up a notch and incorporate it into even more dishes. If you’re in the latter group, well, maybe this article will change your mind. Here are just a few reasons to grow cilantro today. How To Harvest & Prepare Cilantro One of the best things to do
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By Susan Patterson Mosquitoes aren’t just a nuisance you have to endure when you go outdoors, they’re a legitimate cause for health concerns. They buzz around, searching for people or animals to dine on, sucking out their blood and bringing all sorts of diseases and viruses with them, like Zika, malaria and west Nile virus, none of which you’d wish on your worst enemy. But, dousing yourself, and your family, in chemical sprays come with , have shown that catnip is about 10 times more effective at repelling mosquitoes than DEET. Of course, if you’re not a fan of cats,
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By Sharon Falsetto Using essential oils in the kitchen and bathroom as cleaning agents is a natural and aromatic way to take care of those mundane jobs! Not only will your house be clean, but it will smell naturally aromatic, without the aroma of some of the more toxic cleaning products that you may find in big-box grocery stores. Here are ten essential oil recipes for cleaning your entire house so you never need to buy a toxic cleaning product again! 1. Essential Oil Kitchen Surface Cleaner This simple, but effective, kitchen surface cleaner can be used as many times
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By Jeff People eating ultra-processed foods ate more calories and gained more weight than when they ate a minimally processed diet, according to results from a National Institutes of Health study. The… …read more Source: Natural Blaze
By Daisy Luther Have you had the feeling that time is going faster lately than it used to? If so, you’re not alone and you’re not imagining things. Recent research says that the … Read the rest The post Time Flies When You’re Using Digital Technology: Here’s Why It Feels Like Time Is Passing Faster Than Ever Before appeared first on The Organic Prepper. …read more Source: Organic Prepper
Air pollution may be damaging every organ and virtually every cell in the human body, according to a comprehensive new global review. The research shows head-to-toe harm, from heart and lung disease to diabetes and dementia, and from liver problems and bladder cancer to brittle bones and damaged skin. Fertility, foetuses and children are also affected by toxic air, the review found. The systemic damage is the result of pollutants causing inflammation that then floods through the body and ultra-fine particles being carried around the body by the bloodstream. Air pollution is a “public health emergency”, according to the World
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