by Johnny G — Who among us has not experienced a bad hair day — or bad hair days? As insignificant as it may sound, bad hair has the potential to affect your whole day, because how we look colors the way we see ourselves. Beginning the day feeling less than our best can throw […]
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A cup of tea to your health!
May 23, 2013
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by Joanne Henning Tedesco — Tea has long been described in leading medical journals as an antidote to heart disease, cancer, obesity and arthritis. It also is known to boost immunity, battle viruses, aid in detoxification, lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol and normalize blood sugar. All true teas — white, green, oolong and black — […]
Japanese food — a friendly, healthy dining experience
May 22, 2013
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by Stan Kalson — Japanese food uses the healthiest, freshest foods in a wide variety of sushi, salads, soups, sauces, dressing, white and brown rice. Grilling is used to insure less fat for the health-conscious eater. Green tea as a healthy beverage choice. Try the following recipes to spice up your kitchen. Grilled Salmon with Teriyaki […]
Corn sweetener directly linked to obesity
May 21, 2013
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by Joanne Henning Tedesco — Researchers have found stronger evidence linking a rapid rise in obesity to the use of corn-based sweeteners in soft drinks and food. Results from a study of U.S. Department of Agriculture records from 1967 to 2000 indicate an increase in the use of high-fructose corn sweeteners during the late 1970s […]
Rosemary — A great addition to your food
May 18, 2013
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by Joanne Henning Tedesco — Rosemary grows on a small evergreen shrub belonging to the Labiatae family, and is related to mint. The tops of its leaves look like flat, deep green pine-tree needles, while they are silver-white on their underside. Rosemary’s memorable flavor and unique health benefits make it an indispensable herb for every […]
Cloves — A star in the kitchen and in health studies
May 12, 2013
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by Joanne Henning Tedesco — Cloves (Eugenia caryophyllus) are the unopened pink flower buds of the evergreen clove tree that are picked by hand and dried until they turn brown. They are renowned for providing their uniquely warm, sweet and aromatic taste to gingerbread, pumpkin pie and apple cider, but they also can make a […]
Heartburn relief — Natural alternatives to Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid
May 10, 2013
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by Dr. Julie Gorman — We often ignore the signals our bodies give us about a physical ailment. Heartburn is a prime example. Most people regard heartburn as a nuisance or an antacid deficiency and go to their doctors for stomach-acid-suppressing medications. The problem is that while these medications may provide temporary relief, they do […]
Asthma — Breathe easier with natural medicine
May 9, 2013
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by Dr. Toni Vaughan — If you have ever tried breathing through a straw, you know what asthma feels like. You probably know someone with asthma, maybe your child or spouse — perhaps even yourself. Asthma, a chronic inflammation of the lungs, is one of the most common childhood diseases and is responsible for more […]
Obesity, abnormal hair growth and lack of menstruation: Symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome
May 9, 2013
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by Sima Aidun — Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a health problem that can affect a woman’s menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels and appearance, is the most common hormonal reproductive problem in women of child-bearing age. PCOS is seen in four to 10 percent of women of reproductive age. While the cause […]
Juicing vegetables the correct way
April 23, 2013
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by Mary Budinger — After the award-winning documentary “Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead” became available from Netflix in mid-2011, juicers started showing up in people’s kitchens, big time. In the film, Australian entrepreneur Joe Cross decided to take charge of his health by juicing vegetables and fruits for 60 days. He dropped about 80 pounds […]
Severe menstrual cramps — could it be endometriosis?
April 21, 2013
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by Sima Aidun — Endometrium is the tissue that lines the uterus and is shed during the menstrual period. In some women, the same tissue can be found growing where it doesn’t belong, outside the uterus. For example, it can grow on the ovaries, bowel or bladder and, though rare, can be found in locations […]
Sugar: What is it good for?
April 18, 2013
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by Justin Petersen — The shiny glaze of hot, dripping frosting on a fresh doughnut. The warm and inviting scent of chocolate wafting through the air in a local fudge shop. The way our stomachs growl when we see a fresh piece of cheesecake or slice of pie. What do all of these have in […]
Cause and effect: The missing principle
April 17, 2013
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by Dr. Joel Brame — In the United States, we now have more access to health information than ever before. Health magazines, newsletters, journals and Web sites are everywhere. This information abundance should logically create an improvement in the overall health of our society. However, such results have failed to manifest. Instead, obesity continues to […]
May 29, 2013
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