Health

  Quinoa is often touted as a healthier alternative to rice. But what are the exact differences between the two foods in terms of nutrient content and health benefits? Rice comes in two forms. Brown rice undergoes hulling but remains unprocessed. White rice goes through polishing and milling processes that deplete…
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  Nicknamed the “plant of immortality” in ancient times, aloe vera is a true wonder of nature. The spiky succulent plant has a vast variety of uses, the most famous being aloe vera for skin health. From acne and burns to stretch marks and more, this herbal powerhouse can moisturize, nourish, and soothe.…
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  Feeling anxious about something or nothing in particular? Taking adaptogen-rich ashwagandha root as a health supplement may help take care of those worries.The medicinal plant is a significant part of Ayurveda, the ancient system of medicine that originated in India. Due to the increasing number of studies that attests to its…
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  The radish is an overlooked vegetable that was more popular in years gone by. The edible white root vegetable isn’t part of most people’s everyday diet, probably because of its pungent taste. But this root vegetable is nutritious and can be eaten in many ways. Here are 10 reasons why you should eat a radish:…
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Pumpkin seeds, like all edible seeds, pack an immense nutritional and medicinal punch. After all, they contain future worlds within their compact structure. As Emerson said, “the creation of a thousand forests is within one acorn”. In order to…
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Read the first part of the article Supplements for headaches It’s a good idea to get your nutrients from food. But sometimes, you may lack certain vitamins and minerals because of your diet, and in those cases, you can take nutritional supplements to fill the gaps. These…
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We are overwhelmed with digital technology, apps, social networks, and emails. Over the last 20 years, technology has made inroads into every area of our lives, work, governments, health, and businesses. Apps are everywhere. Only the brave or eccentric billionaires attempt a long-term disconnect or go completely without.…
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  Living with depression is so challenging that many people are drawn to the idea of a “quick fix” in the form of antidepressants. Although their efficacy is questionable at best, there are two other big reasons that many patients ultimately decide against taking them: they’re expensive and have a host of…
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  In 1960, medical studies determined that the Salk injectable polio vaccine (IPV) contained the Simian Virus 40 (SV40). SV40 is a cancer-causing virus originating from minced rhesus monkey kidney cells that were used to manufacture the polio vaccine. From the mid-50s until 1960, the SV40-tainted vaccine had been…
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Many factors contribute to the aging process. In particular, oxidative damage is said to be the leading cause of aging. However, scientists may have just found a way to slow down aging. In a research published in the journal Nature Communications, researchers found that niacinamide or vitamin B3 can protect against oxidative…
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