Health

  Young, active men may greatly benefit from taking extracts from Ginkgo biloba leaves, according to a study published online in Nutrients. To carry out the study, Polish researchers at the Jerzy Kukucza Academy of Physical Education and the Poznan University of Physical Education examined 18 young active men who…
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  Many families do their best to create healthy, environmentally sustainable homes. They buy organic, non-GMO foods; use a high-quality water filter, and avoid chemicals, plastics, and pesticides. Another very important aspect of a healthy home just beginning to get the attention it deserves is the electromagnetic…
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  The first step towards curing a parasitic infection is working with a professional/ functional medicine doctor and practicing a holistic lifestyle for a while. It is so because boosting the immune system is critical for healing an infection. Using medicinal plants is also an important step. This article focuses on…
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  Read the first part of the article 17. Pine Nuts Pine nuts contain a phytonutrient that actually helps suppress your appetite. It’s a nutrient that boosts ghrelin levels. Ghrelin is a hormone that’s often referred to as the “hunger hormone”. To put it simply, the higher your…
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  When it comes to fine-tuning and improving our health, most people focus on diet, nutrition, exercise and lifestyle habits like meditation and spending time in nature. However, something that is often overlooked or taken for granted that is equally important as any of these is the quality of our sleep. The…
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  New study reports a significant increase in ADHD rates among children exposed to certain air pollutants before birth and who suffer hardship at home as children. Breathing dirty air and living in stress combine to increase the likelihood NYC kids will have a behavior disorder. That’s the message from a study…
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  Perhaps you’ve already made the switch from coffee for your caffeine fix, or you appreciate green tea’s ability to reduce inflammation and lower your risk of certain cancers. From helping to aid in weight loss to protecting your joints, this ancient Asian beverage deserves a place in your diet.…
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  It’s a tough pill to swallow, but it’s true: cold and flu season is almost here. While some are celebrating the arrival of fall like the best of the seasons, it takes just one cold morning to remind us that along with making pumpkin pies, ensuring healthy immunity should be at the top of our to-do list.…
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  For centuries, Chinese artists and calligraphers have used their inks to tell countless stories of the world we live in – and now their medium could have a new purpose. Scientists have discovered that a traditional plant-based Chinese ink called Hu-Kaiwen ink contains distinctive molecular properties that…
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  Picture this: The weather is cooling down, cozy coats re-emerge, and you may be shutting those windows and start cranking up the heat. With a new season on the horizon, unwanted guests will be popping up. The sniffles and sneezes, or worse, are coming. But don’t head for the cold medicine just yet;…
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