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Juicing vs. Smoothies: What's the Verdict?
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Juicing and smoothies are as popular as ever, but the information on their benefits might not always be clear. Juicing and smoothies both add dietary vitamins and minerals we might not get in supplements, but both can be high in sugar and promote increases in caloric intake. Smoothies contain the fiber most juices lack, making them more nutritionally complete, and either is better than having no fruit... 9/10/2019 7:00:00 AM
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3 Benefits of Scalp Massages
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Scalp massages are wonderful. They feel great. But they have more than just feeling good going for them. Here are three known benefits to getting a scalp massage:Hair GrowthA good scalp massage can help to increase circulation to the area. This helps to make hair grow faster. This is because it helps to strengthen the roots of a person's hair. The scalp will be nourished in order to help the healthy... 9/9/2019 7:00:00 AM
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This Common Kitchen Item is Toxic When Used to Cook
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We’ve all heard that aluminum is not good for us. But most people connect that warning to cookware and certain products that are known to contain aluminum (such as cosmetics and underarm deodorant). But how many of us make the connection to aluminum foil?Most of us cook with aluminum foil at some point, even though we know that aluminum is not good for our health. We still grill fish on aluminum foil... 9/7/2019 7:00:00 AM
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Dating Apps And Love Addiction: The Hidden Connection
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In my new book, "The Marriage and Relationship Junkie," I illustrate a clear picture of how relationship and marriage addiction develop and how people can change the course of the addiction in order to develop healthy, sustainable and positive relationships.One of the big issues noted in the book is the concern about the ability to connect with others online and through dating apps. For a person with... 9/6/2019 7:00:00 AM
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The Health Benefits of Getting Back to Nature
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Fresh air, sunshine and green space can do a lot for our health and well-being, says a brand new study. With demanding jobs and the distractions of indoor hobbies, like watching Netflix and scrolling through social media, it's easy to forget just how great it feels to step outside.Whether it's a long hike on the weekend or a few minutes each day strolling through a local park, immersing ourselves in... 9/3/2019 7:00:00 AM
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5 Reasons to Cook with Parsley
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Parsley — it's the pretty green garnish that most people promptly remove from their plate or carefully eat around whenever they go out for a nice meal. But parsley is much more than a culinary decoration. It's a nutritional powerhouse that can deliver amazing health benefits when used in cooking instead of as a garnish.When incorporated into recipes, parsley is believed to deliver many health benefits.... 9/3/2019 7:00:00 AM
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Creatine: Performance choice
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Athletes might turn to performance-enhancing supplements to help them jump higher, run faster or farther, all to have the edge on their competition. Creatine is a popular choice. This supplement has been shown to increase both strength and muscle mass. Creatine is also a lot more accessible than other options because it is found in powder form, drink mixes, tablets, and even energy bars. It can be... 9/3/2019 7:00:00 AM
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The Cure for Loneliness Among Seniors
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Loneliness can be an actual killer, and some people may find it more difficult to avoid the older they get. But a growing trend among seniors has some people curing their loneliness in a fun and clever way. They're embracing a new way of living and kicking isolation to the curb.Seniors are often the hardest struck with loneliness, but a different way of living is changing that for some. Cohousing involves... 9/2/2019 7:00:00 AM
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Depression May Increase Dementia Risk
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Over 16 million people suffer from depression in a given year, and over 40 million struggle to cope with anxiety. Affective disorders like depression and anxiety have long been known to exacerbate physical illnesses such as IBD, stomach upset, and otherwise unexplained illnesses like fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Researchers have now added dementia to that list. Prematurely Aging the BrainA... 8/30/2019 7:00:00 AM
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Want to Be Happy? Work Eight Hours Per Week
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Many people dream of the day they can retire or, better yet, quit their job after winning the lottery. But they could regret it if these things actually happened. According to a new study, work is vital for mental health and emotional well-being. And not just any work will do. It must be paid work. However, it doesn't to be a lot of work. Up to 8 hours of paid work is all that is needed to increase... 8/30/2019 7:00:00 AM
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