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Unless you were born prior to the mid-twentieth century, you've heard this warning all of your life: “Saturated fats are bad for you. They increase cholesterol and cause heart attacks." I sure did. My mother would only make us eggs for breakfast once a week because she didn't want the family to get clogged arteries.The house was filled with low-fat this and reduced fat that, diet this and sugar-free...
12/2/2023 5:00:00 AM
Can you eat your way to happiness? Yes! Perhaps not in the way you’re thinking, but it is entirely possible. The fleeting happiness you may experience by eating a container of ice cream using your favorite candy bar as a spoon isn’t what this is about. We’re talking about substantial, lasting happiness, not the instant, temporary sugar rush you may have from eating foods like cake, cookies, or a Twinkie.Sure,...
10/11/2023 4:00:00 AM
Your overall approach to health plays a huge role in the development of future medical conditions, including those that affect the heart. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, even greater than deaths caused by injuries and other diseases such as cancer. To reduce your risk of heart disease, make a conscious...
4/7/2023 4:00:00 AM
There’s nothing more sneaky than a food product that’s marketed as “healthy” but is actually far from nutritious. Every year, the food industry launches over 250,000 new products for our grocery shelves. While 85-95% of those products fail, there’s something fishy about all these new products, especially those marketed as “good for you.”Unfortunately, a majority of the packaged products you see advertising...
1/22/2023 5:00:00 AM
As the leaves begin to change and temperatures drop, our thoughts naturally turn to fall and the cold and flu season. While colds are actually a series of viruses without a medical cure, there are five stand-out home remedies that are sure to make your next cold a little easier to bear. Use the Good Kind of Bath Salts: Epsom salt is actually not made of salt at all. This wonder cure is made of magnesium...
4/30/2022 4:00:00 AM
If you struggle to reach a "zen place" in your daily routine, you should know that meditation might actually be the key to a longer, fuller life. Multiple studies have determined that not only can meditation physically alter your brain for the better, but it will also offer immense emotional benefits that also translate into brighter moods and longer lifespans.Not quite convinced? Here's your guide...
12/22/2021 6:00:00 AM
Have you been drinking a frothy glass of cow's milk each morning since long before you can even quite remember? You're not alone of course, and you've probably enjoyed every glass your mom placed before you as a child, especially when it was accompanied by cookies or some other treat.Milk can seem quite appealing as you douse your cereal in the innocent enough looking liquid.However, beneath that pearly...
11/26/2021 9:00:00 AM
Filling your grocery cart with fresh produce is always a good idea. But it's possible that it could come with some health risks you should be aware of. The fact is, there are 3 main reasons why the veggies in the produce section at your local supermarket could be slowly making you sick. Commercial Herbicides and Pesticides Dye Additives and Color Agents Wax Coatings and PreservativesCommercial Herbicides...
8/22/2021 4:00:00 AM
When you have dry skin you rely on moisturizers to keep your skin from getting red, stiff, and flaky. But you can also rely on some basic food staples to give your skin the nutrients it needs to hydrate itself. Putting the right foods in your body can bring the moisture back into your cheeks.Fish - Reduces inflammation, retains moisture, keeps drying irritants outYou're always told to eat fish because...
8/12/2021 4:00:00 AM
From small private clinics to health spas to major city hospitals, acupuncture has really needled its way into our modern-day medicine. This ancient Chinese healing method has plenty of supporters and anecdotal success, but some doctors and researchers aren't quite as impressed. If you've been thinking about trying acupuncture, it may be helpful to know a bit more about it before taking the plunge....
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