What makes chia a superfood? Chia is considered one of the “Superfoods”. According to experts like Diane Allen, MS, CNS, a health writer and holistic clinical nutritionist and author of the book Chia Seeds, superfoods offer more than functional foods. To quote Allen “they are nutrient-dense and packed with antioxidants and other powerful health-promoting substances. […]
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Nitrosamines, hetrocyclic amines and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are three known carcinogens that you and your family may be consuming daily in certain meat products. Meats that have been preserved by the use of smoking, curing, salting or adding chemical preservatives are harmful to our health and are linked to several disease states of the body
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Are you overwhelmed by weight gain in Menopause? If so, this information can help give you the boost you need to get on the right track. Hormonal imbalances are often the underlying cause of ongoing weight gain in menopause and these imbalances can be due to an accumulation of toxins in your system. Researchers have
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I remember when I was first introduced to Apple Cider Vinegar. I was in my first year of Natural Medicine School and one of my classmates would put Apple Cider Vinegar on her lunch every day. I absolutely hated the smell and would eat lunch outside just to avoid it. After a little while I
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1. Hair that is brittle, dry and breaks easily is often a sign of a sluggish thyroid. Healthy amounts of thyroid hormones have been shown to increase not only the growth of hair but also the color. Depleted levels of thyroid hormone can lead to the early release of the hair shaft and root causing an increase
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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common disorder in women of reproductive age that is characterized by the cyclic recurrence of physical, affective, and cognitive (or performance) symptoms. The symptoms typically occur in the second half of the menstrual cycle, resolve after the period begins and are often absent during the early phase of the menstrual
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The benefits of medicinal honey have been known for over 4,000 years after the Egyptians started to apply honey on wounds. All honey contains a natural occurring enzyme which produces hydrogen peroxide which is a known antiseptic with proven antibacterial properties. However, hydrogen peroxide loses most of its healing power when it comes in contact
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6 Quick tips to eliminate sugar cravings: 1. Consume protein at breakfast- Consuming protein in the morning sets the stage for the day for blood sugar stabilization. Starting your day with carbohydrates on the other hand can leave you craving more sugar all day. 2. Just a pinch of Cinnamon- This blood sugar stabilizing spice
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Do you take supplements? Do you need to take them? Which ones should you take? There are 3 main supplements that are an absolute must if you are over the age of 40. There are many other very beneficial supplements but these ones build a strong foundation for optimal health. Many people are simply not
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The delicate symphony of hormones that occur within the endocrine system can be easily disrupted in many different ways. The sheer act of aging can result in the endocrine system being upset. As reproductive functions play out over time, hormone levels naturally decline. If the hormones decline too quickly, this can trigger the onset
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