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by Jenn Ryan Both supporters and non-supporters of animal testing have valid arguments. Proponents of animal testing say animal research has provided valuable medical advancements. People against animal testing say it’s actually hindered our research.When I first learned about animal testing several years ago, I uncovered page after page of misinformation about these experiments—from both sides of the argument.... 1/15/2018 8:00:00 AM
by Susan Raisch Remember the character Helen Parr (“Elastigirl”) in the animated Disney Pixar movie, The Incredibles? The moms are always pulled in a million different directions, so I made her stretch like taffy. - Brad Bird, writer and director. That is one of the most perfect and succinct descriptions of motherhood I’ve ever heard.And even on the days we don’t think we can stretch one more inch, our young child... 1/10/2018 8:00:00 AM
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. Looking to up your game in the New Year? Improving your diet can have a huge, (even life-saving) effect on your health. Even making small changes can pay off big in terms of weight loss, in your ability to fight infection, prevent depression and feel enthused and energetic.Hundreds of studies have looked at the relationship between eating whole plant foods and chronic diseases such as cardiovascular... 1/10/2018 8:00:00 AM
by Cathy Holman As a mother of 5 children I’ve gained and lost around 200 pounds in the last decade. As a Prairie Wife living in the middle of nowhere Wyoming, I had to rely on more than a little grit and grace to find ways to lose all that weight! The closest gym is 30 minutes away and sadly, our single income budget doesn’t allow for a private chef or nanny. Over the years I’ve learned what truly works and I’m here... 1/9/2018 8:00:00 AM
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. What Should I Eat?We are constantly bombarded with health information, but it is often useless information. With just a click of a mouse we can learn all about the current fad diets, or read about the newest surgical weight-loss procedure, or lose weight by using smaller plates, or view an advertisement for the latest low-fat snack, portioned for ‘convenience’ in 100-calorie packages. None of this... 12/21/2017 8:00:00 AM
by Scott Johnson Aging is unavoidable, but age-related diseases and declines in physical and mental functioning may be escaped with the right actions. We all want to look and feel our best at all ages and you may be able to do just that with these 7 scientifically validated dietary supplements.MoringaPeople are more stressed and starved (of nutrients) today than ever before. Our bodies are deprived of the steady stream... 12/21/2017 8:00:00 AM
by Alex Jimenez About 20 million Americans are affected by thyroid diseases, where 1 in 8 women will undergo thyroid dysfunction sometime during their lifetime. Among the most common thyroid disorders is hypothyroidism (underactive, or low, thyroid gland). A vast majority of cases of low thyroid function are due to an autoimmune condition, such as Hashimoto’s disease, where your body’s immune system is attacking and... 12/19/2017 10:00:00 PM
by Andrew Pacholyk Heartburn occurs when a muscular valve, called the lower espophageal sphincter functions improperly, which allows stomach acid to back up into the esophagus. This tube, which leads from the stomach to the throat can be greatly effected by stomach acid, causing a burning, painful sensation in this area. Lack of proper enzymes are also a cause. Heartburn, indigestion, acid reflux are all usually defined... 12/19/2017 8:00:00 AM
by Dr. Chad Larson Prostate cancer is very common among American men. According to American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in men. While all men are at risk, over 65% of prostate cancer diagnoses are in men over the age of 65. There is one death from prostate cancer every 18 minutes in America.Prostate cancer can be treated successfully when diagnosed at an early stage, so... 12/18/2017 8:00:00 AM
by Janet Valenty Gotta face it. We're all getting older, but getting older shouldn't just “happen." Aging is a gradual process of living day-to-day so it stands to reason that what we do day-to-day has a definite affect on how we look and how we feel. What we do matters.So what do we do to defy our age? Let me start with a list of five though there are many more.Read on to Page 2 12/17/2017 8:00:00 AM
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