by Cary Bailen — Children cannot “weight” — and neither can we. Although new initiatives and funds are being given to Public Health and other Arizona state agencies from federally funded grants, our schools are still suffering. Arizona schools keep our children for 7 to 10 hours a day, yet they are struggling to get […]
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Foods and therapies can heal
August 16, 2012
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by Reuel Ari — A growing awareness about healthy living is taking hold across the country. The evidence is clear, from the many practitioners who are teaching a healthier way of living, to the presence of new vegan/vegetarian restaurants — even 100-percent raw/living foods café. We are reawakening to a wave of consciousness that is […]
Weight loss is not synonymous with healthy
August 15, 2012
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by Sherry Fragosa — You want to lose weight, trim down, cast away those last five to 10 pounds, or even lose 50 to 100 pounds. Many people, from teens to the elderly, have thoughts of weight loss roiling around in their minds constantly. This is normal, and most Americans will benefit from losing a […]
Emotional eating: why do I eat when I’m upset?
August 15, 2012
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by Lorri Woodmansee There are many methods people use to relieve stress and find comfort in their lives. In and of itself, this is not a bad thing unless their choices are unhealthy, or become unhealthy over time. These can include cigarettes and alcohol, and/or too much sleep, exercise and food. Food represents different things […]
What is the right diet for you?
August 14, 2012
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by Cary Bailen — In a nation where obesity has become an epidemic, it is no wonder that people are more concerned than ever about health and wellness. Americans spend $40 billion a year on weight-loss programs and products. Everywhere we look there is a new diet or magic pill on the market guaranteed to […]
Environmental toxins impede thyroid function
August 14, 2012
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by Dr. Mark Starr — Almost all of us have perchlorate in our bodies, according to the Centers for Disease Control. It is a by-product derived from the manufacture of rocket and jet fuel, car air bags and fireworks. It is virtually everywhere as it leaks into much of the nation’s drinking water supply. Perchlorate […]
Break free from emotional eating
August 14, 2012
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by Stacy Maxwell — Emotional eating is a significant contributor to the U.S. obesity epidemic. Some experts state that up to 75 percent of overeating is due to emotions. Let us take a look at the difference between emotional and physical hunger, eating triggers and some tools you can use to break free from the […]
Love your liver and live longer
August 13, 2012
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by Dr. Sandra Cabot — The liver has everything to do with life, which is why it is called the “live-r.” The state of your liver will have a huge bearing upon how well you live, how long you will live, and how you look and feel. The healthy liver regulates fat metabolism and is […]
Are your hormones out of whack?
August 6, 2012
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by Dr. Paul Stallone — Many of us have heard or used the expression “Your hormones are out of whack.” Whether the reference was made about a spouse, friend, co-worker or even ourselves, we may wonder how much validity this slang-phrased statement truly carries. Quite a bit, actually. Hormones are powerful chemical messengers produced by […]
Why we reach for certain foods
July 30, 2012
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by Dr. Meghana Thanki — We all reach for certain foods when we feel hungry, but have you ever thought about why we choose certain foods over others? One of the reasons is taste. There are six different tastes that the tongue can distinguish — sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter and astringent. These six tastes […]
Children, fitness and you
July 28, 2012
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by Heather Demeritte — Did you know the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has revealed the alarming statistics that 17 percent of today’s youth are overweight and an additional 15 percent are at risk? Children face health problems previously seen only in adults, such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and high […]
Food allergies on the rise
July 28, 2012
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by Dr. Martha Grout — Every year, allergy medications are among the best-selling drugs in the U.S. If you count asthma, eczema and food allergies, almost one out of three Americans has some sort of allergy. This condition is of relatively recent origin — homeopathic doctors in the early part of the century rarely described […]
Beating fatigue naturally
July 24, 2012
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by Dr. Tara Peyman — So many of us wake up feeling tired, and struggle to find enough energy to simply get through the day. If you feel the need to drink one or more cups of coffee or energy drinks on a daily basis, you may be deficient in the nutrients essential for energy […]



August 16, 2012
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