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9 Spices and Herbs That Can Immediately Improve Your Health

Eating the right food is essential to your good health. We all know that, and yet sometimes we resort to eating processed or fast food because it’s convenient. What you may not know is that some of the things in your spice rack can add essential nutrients to your diet...

Recipe: Vegetable Lovers Chicken Soup

Diets that are rich in potassium, magnesium, fiber and lower in sodium are great if you have a blood pressure concerns. Potassium helps your kidneys filter sodium through your urine, as a result, helps lower your blood pressure. Keep in mind that canned vegetables...

Why Are Allergies Worse in the Fall?

Allergies are a common ailment in people around the world. In the United States alone, more than 50 million people suffer from allergies. Allergic reactions occur when your immune system reacts to a substance – pollen, for example – as if it were an invader. The...

12 Effective Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure

High blood pressure has become an epidemic. The American Heart Association published a Statistical Fact Sheet in 2013 stating that 1 out of 3 people suffer from hypertension (the medical term for high blood pressure), over 78 million Americans. If it’s left untreated,...

6 Foods That Positively Impact Your Thyroid Health

Have you been neglecting your thyroid health? You may have been if you haven’t been getting the right nutrients in your diet. The thyroid gland is responsible for producing the hormones that regulate your metabolism, digestion, heart, muscles, moods, and heart...

Recipe: Yellow Pepper and Corn Salad with Turmeric Dressing

Salads are one of the simplest and healthiest choices for a meal you can eat. They are high in fiber which can lower cholesterol and prevent constipation, the fiber will also help you feel fuller which can lead to weight loss. Most salads will include a variety of...

What Happens to the Brain as We Age?

During our life, our brain alters more than any other part of the body. From the moment the brain begins to develop, its complexities go through a constant range of growth, change, and loss. With normal aging, all of our systems go through a rate of decline. This...

Recipe: Peacock Vegetables

Bright, bold and delicious produce—corn, beans, tomatoes, zucchini and more—flavor these fresh vegetable recipes for appetizers, main dishes, salads, and sides. Such a well-rounded dish to add to your summer bbq and/or potluck with family and friends. Packed with...

8 Great Foods for Summer Nutrition

Summertime is almost over so you need to take advantage while it lasts.  Classic summertime foods like a slice of watermelon or a glass of iced tea are great choices to keep you healthy. Fruits and vegetables are in season during the summer months, so take advantage...

Can Fruits and Vegetables Boost Psychological Well-Being?

We grew up hearing it, from our doctors, nurses, teachers and Sesame Street.  The info has been given to us verbally, in writing and courtesy of the ever-evolving Food Pyramid. We now know that we should eat AT LEAST 2 cups of fruits and 2-3 cups of veggies daily. We...

The Hardest Workout I’ve Ever Done

Today, I went for a run. And it was the hardest workout I’ve ever done. I’ve done a lot of different workouts too – EDTs (15 continuous minutes of a high intensity exercise), tabatas (with weights and without), heavy lifting sessions – just about everything there is...

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7 tips your dermatologist won’t tell you

Having beautiful skin doesn’t have to be reserved for people with lots of time and money on their hands. There are some simple, powerful strategies you can use to get the complexion you’ve always wanted. The first step is knowing your type of skin. Skin Types It’s...

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6 Quick and Easy Ways to Get Rid of Stress

Stress gets the best of us all. People yell at unhealthy levels. Some people get road rage because their boss thinks being on time is the same as being late. Some people are strung tightly. What’s clear though is that everyone experiences stress in some way. I had a...

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How to Make Your Own Foaming Hand Soap

One of the easiest ways to keep yourself healthy during this time (and anytime) is to wash your hands consistently. You use your hands to open doors, shake hands, and to bring food to your mouth… They’re pits of germ disaster waiting to happen. That’s why you should...

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7 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Blood Pressure

Having a stroke is the #5 cause of death in the US. But according the new research published in The Lancet, 90% of strokes are preventable. Researchers used the findings from the first phase of the INTERSTROKE to determine what the top risks for stroke and how likely...

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7 Easy Ways to Reduce Your Blood Pressure

Having a stroke is the #5 cause of death in the US. But according the new research published in The Lancet, 90% of strokes are preventable. Researchers used the findings from the first phase of the INTERSTROKE to determine what the top risks for stroke and how likely...

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Is Turmeric the Real Deal?

I bet you’ve been wondering if everything they say about turmeric is true. Don’t worry. I won’t judge you. It’s good to be skeptical. After all, you’ve seen miracle claim after miracle claim being tossed around in connection with turmeric. Like… Turmeric can help with...

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8 Health Benefits of Maple Syrup

Did you know that maple syrup can actually help improve overall health? Here's eight reasons why you should incorporate this tasty treat into your daily diet... Image courtesy of Dr....

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5 Tips For Prize Winning Tomatoes

With a wide variety of different options for choosing tomato cultivars, or varieties, it’s possible to grow this versatile plant literally in any type of environment. They can be grown in hothouses, in a pot on the kitchen window sill or in gardens or containers...

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3 Summer Smoothies To Give Your Body A Boost

One thing I really enjoy doing during these hot summer months is making smoothies. It's a great way to enjoy a tasty treat while also giving your body a healthy intake of fruits and veggies. Here's three super simple smoothie recipes that are among my favorite: Add a...

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5 Foods That Make You Young Again

We are what we eat... You've heard this mantra time and time again. Fact is, this has been proven scientifically and is commonly accepted among most people world wide. If we eat good, we look good and feel good. While there are foods that can make you feel healthier,...

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THIS household ingredient boosts your immune system

Would you believe something as simple as this can massively help boost your immune system: Water (The most common resource in every household) Ginger Turmeric (Very common in most people's spice racks) Cloves Honey (Chances are you have this in your kitchen cupboard...

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