People who want to lose weight might consider adding a few slender friends to their social networks: A new study shows that having such friends is linked with more successful weight loss. …read more Read more here: Prevent Disease
By Michael Greger M.D. …read more Read more here: nutritionfacts.org
By Amy Goodrich Starting your day with lukewarm lemon water is one of the best things you can do for your body. Lemons are loaded with vitamin C, B, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, enzymes, antioxidants, and fibers. Next to adding a host of healthy nutrients, it also kick-starts digestion, boosts the immune system, fights inflammation, and hydrates and energizes the body. For more info, read: 15 Reasons You Should Be Drinking Lemon Water Every Morning To make this healthy morning habit even better, I recently started to add turmeric too. In addition to getting the amazing benefits of lukewarm lemon
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By Michael Greger M.D. …read more Read more here: nutritionfacts.org
By Julie Fidler Stroke is the 3rd leading cause of death, and the leading cause of serious, long-term disability in the United States. Approximately 795,000 people in the U.S. suffer a stroke each year, and about 140,000 strokes are fatal. [1] Source: UF Health Shands Comprehensive Stroke Center The idea of having a stroke is terrifying, but a major new study offers hope. Researchers say the findings show that 9 out of 10 strokes are preventable. In fact, 91% of strokes would never occur if people took their health more seriously, quit smoking, and cut back on drinking. [2] Read:
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Napping is not just for dogs and children. Some of the world’s most influential thinkers and leaders have catnapped every day. Albert Einstein, Winston Churchill, Salvador Dali, John F Kennedy and Calvin Coolidge all found that a short snooze left them refreshed, recharged and ready to work. Science confirms that napping can help beat the post lunch slump and boost cognitive performance, but now there is evidence that a siesta could also save your life. …read more Read more here: Prevent Disease
By By Amy Goodrich (NaturalNews) Russia has adopted a new law that prohibits all GMO crop cultivation and GMO animal breeding in the Russian Federation, to prevent the release of GMOs into the environment. Furthermore, the new law allows the Russian government to restrict the import of GMO products… …read more Read more here: Natural News
By Dr. Mercola By Dr. Mercola Everyone needs a bit of TLC now and then. Sometimes certain body parts could use a little extra, such as your posterior region. That’s where a sitz bath may come in handy. Another term for sitz bath is hip bath, which helps describe the part of the anatomy having difficulty (referred to in many anatomy textbooks as the perianal area). Rather than a full-fledged bath in a standard bathtub, a warm, relaxing sitz bath takes care of cleansing and soothing delicate areas with minimal pressure. Part of the beauty of this bottom-bathing option is
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By mcshane Eggplants belong to the nightshade family of vegetables, which also includes tomatoes and potatoes. It, also called aubergine, is a tasty, nutrient filled vegetable. They are different in size, colour or shape and contain many beneficial nutrients and phytochemical compounds that benefit human health. Eggplant Juice Nutrition Eggplants are an excellent source of folate, potassium, manganese, and fiber when eaten. They’re also a good source of copper, phosphorus, magnesium, pantothenic acid, vitamin C, K, B6, niacin and thiamin. Homemade Eggplant Juice Recipe Eggplant juice is known to be beneficial for cardiovascular health, improves blood flow and lowers blood
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By Christopher David Mounting research continues to support the importance of eating animal-based omega-3 fats for optimal heart health. After reviewing this topic for some time, I’m more convinced now than ever before that maintaining an adequate and healthy level of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may be one of the most important food priorities. For many years, the American Heart […] The post Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Improving Heart Health appeared first on Underground Health. …read more Read more here: undergroundhealth.com
By Beverly Entin Oatmeal is an amazing thing that loaded with several important minerals, protein, antioxidants and vitamins. It benefits to your health thanks to its powerful healing properties, from preventing heart diseases, diabetes to fighting against cancer. It also has been proven to be able to boost weight loss, reduce cholesterol and blood pressure, stabilize blood sugar, enhance immune system, and it’s good for your skin. Yes, it’s a good natural ingredient for some skin issues, if you have any problems such as itchy, dry or irritated skin, oatmeal can help. Why Oatmeal Is Good For Your Skin Oatmeal
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By Twain Yobra Nuts and seeds are not only nutritious but they’re also filling. Eating them as snacks can reduce your total daily calorie intake. In fact, eating nuts has many benefits, one study conducted on over 80,000 women found that those who ate nuts each week had a 25 percent less chance of developing gallstones. Unfortunately, most people don’t eat enough nuts and seeds. Here are 8 nuts and seeds you should eat every day to lose weight and maintain good health. 1. Pumpkin seeds Pumpkin seeds have many health benefits like fighting anxiety and depression, reducing risk of
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By Admin by National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition Excerpts: As you have likely heard by now, on Friday, July 29, 2016 President Obama signed into law the GMO Labeling bill recently passed by Congress. This law preempts Vermont’s first-of-its-kind GMO Labeling law, which had just gone into effect on July 1, and authorizes the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to develop a mandatory disclosure program for “bioengineered” (aka GMO) foods. Now that the law has been enacted, all eyes are on USDA, which has the primary responsibility of implementing the law. What exactly does the GMO Labeling Law do? In …read
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By Alex Jordon There are good reasons you should keep Epsom salt in your home, the wonders of this thing have been widely well known since long time. It’s different with other salts, this mineral compound comprised of magnesium and sulfate has lots of beneficial properties and it’s good for both physical and mental health. There are countless benefits of Epsom salt, some remarkable ones are: 1. Relaxing the nervous system When dissolved in warm water, Epsom salt helps to replenish the magnesium in the body, which helps to produce serotonin, a chemical that can create a feeling of relaxation
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While the benefits of exercises are known to everyone, many tend to give the morning fitness regime a miss due to the heavy work schedule or late-nights. However, morning workouts have more benefits than any other workout during the day — from controlling the weight, enhancing the mood and keeping you fit and healthy. Did you know it also helps you find your creative gene? …read more Read more here: Prevent Disease
WASHINGTON – With diabetes affecting more than 415 million people worldwide and taking the lives of 1.5 to 5 million every year, researchers think they may have found a link to fluoridation of water supplies. The potential link between water fluoridation and type 2 diabetes has been found by researchers using mathematical methods, a new study…
By none Peanut butter is one of the most popular spreadable foods and can be slathered on just about anything you like for added flavor. Some even eat it straight from the spoon. It’s versatile for sure, but it’s not something I would recommend eating at all. Commercially processed peanut butter contains trans fats, which are linked to a number of health effects, such as memory impairment and heart disease. I recommend that you make your own nut butter instead, made from raw, organic nuts and seeds that are brimming with healthy fats and nutrients. This recipe, which comes from
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By Christopher David Mercury is an element that has been historically used to manufacture chemicals or appliances (such as thermometers and light bulbs). But with increased industrialization came increased mercury emissions that poison our air and water, causing a ripple of ill health effects. Mercury exists in various forms: elemental (or metallic) and inorganic (to which people may […] The post The Impact of Mercury on Your Health appeared first on Underground Health. …read more Read more here: undergroundhealth.com
By By Julie Wilson staff writer (NaturalNews) Recycling your plastic water bottle may seem like a green thing to do, but the truth is it’s better to simply avoid plastic altogether, and for a number of reasons. Drinking from a reusable water bottle places you at risk for contracting an array of dangerous germs like… …read more Read more here: Natural News
By Dr. Mercola By Dr. Mercola Do you enjoy sitting down with a good book? This is one hobby you should feel free to indulge in without guilt, as reading is linked to a variety of benefits, both mental and physical. In fact, new research published in the journal Social Science & Medicine revealed book readers live an average of two years longer than non-readers. Specifically, compared to people who read no books, those who read for up to 3.5 hours a week had a 17 percent lower risk of dying over the next 12 years. Those who read for
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By Dr. Mercola Arnica oil is becoming popular for its pain-relieving and health-promoting properties. It’s a wonderful addition to your alternative first aid kit, especially if you’re prone to exercise-related injuries, such as bruises or sprains. Keep on reading to learn more about arnica oil. What Is Arnica Oil? Arnica refers to a clan of flowering perennial plants from the daisy family (Compositae) that’s native to Europe and Siberia but also grows in North America, especially in mountainous regions. It is well-known for its use in natural medicine and is recognizable through its flowers, which have yellow …read more Read
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By Alijuina Herw Gray hair is the ultimate sign of the aging process, and it is hard to hide your age once your hair starts to turn gray. Regular consumption of young wheatgrass has proven to bring back one’s natural hair color. It also slows down the aging process due to its ability to rejuvenate. Wheatgrass has been used for hundreds of years in traditional Chinese medicine. According to Chinese theory, gray hair is a sign of weak kidney, while the decline in kidney function is a direct effect of aging. What is Wheatgrass? Wheatgrass is the young grass of
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By Tru Foods Nutrition Stressed? Anxiety? What herbs can do for you. Fast, Easy and Effective Ways to Reduce Stress and Anxiety Before I go into detail about the herbs that can help you to manage your stress and anxiety, I do want to point out that diet and lifestyle still need to be addressed. For years I suffered from anxiety. (Back then it was just called “being very shy”). Thankfully back then doctors weren’t as quick to diagnose and medicate every mental health issue. But what helped me, (and may help you) is balancing my blood sugar. Back then
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By By Daniel Barker (NaturalNews) Those who support the nationwide legalization of marijuana for therapeutic use, were disappointed by the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recent failure to reclassify marijuana’s status from that of a Schedule I drug to another more appropriate classification.Since… …read more Read more here: Natural News
By Anna Scanlon With the threat of the Zika virus passing on life-altering birth defects to children of infected mothers, scientists have taken to studying the human placenta with the National Institutes of Health’s $50 million Human Placenta Project. What is often simply dismissed as “afterbirth” is actually quite helpful in discovering the causes of diseases and other genetic risk factors that can potentially hurt the fetus. [1] Because the placenta does so much for the fetus, (it acts as its lungs, liver, and kidneys, provides nourishment, and immune defense within the room) it is a wonder that it took
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By By Isabelle Z. (NaturalNews) The number of babies who are born addicted to opioids has tripled in just 15 years in our country. It’s a shocking statistic that underscores just how far opioid addiction reaches. In 1999, 1.5 babies in every 1,000 births were born addicted to opioids and placed into… …read more Read more here: Natural News
By Michael Greger M.D. …read more Read more here: nutritionfacts.org