Health

  Sesame seeds are crunchy seeds with a delicious nutty flavor. They are often added to bread and bagels or incorporated into culinary presentations to add visual interest. Sesame seed is the seed of Sesamum indicum, a plant that grows to about three to five…
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  Millions of people around the world suffer from anxiety, ranging from mild symptoms in challenging situations to acute bouts which can severely impact life.There are many ways to tackle anxiety, from medical intervention to cognitive therapy. However, lifestyle, healthy eating and exercise also has its role to play, and within…
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  Horny goat weed is an amazing medicinal plant with a funny history. A Chinese goat herder noticed that animals who ate the plant’s leaves had an increased interest in freshening. This amazing medicinal plant doesn’t only work for goats! A time-tested herbal supplement, horny goat weed is often used by men to…
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  Broccoli (Brassica oleracea) by itself is already chock-full of vitamins and minerals. In fact, this humble vegetable – a member of the cabbage family and a staple in many American households – is so nutrient-dense, it actually provides a little bit of almost every nutrient your body needs. Plus, it doesn’t…
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  Yoga, a common yet powerful tool, could dramatically ease or put an end to period pain. A study reveals that curling up in a ball not only floods your system with feel-good hormones and improves circulation, but also provides relief for common menstrual complaints. Writing in the journal Complementary Therapies in…
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  Scientists have known for decades that aerobic exercise strengthens the brain and contributes to the growth of new neurons, but few studies have examined how yoga affects the brain. A review of the science finds evidence that yoga enhances many of the same brain structures and functions that benefit from aerobic exercise.…
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  While Intermittent fasting may sound like another dieting craze, the practice of routinely not eating and drinking for short periods of time has shown again to lead to potentially better health outcomes. While Intermittent fasting may sound like another dieting craze, the practice of routinely not eating and…
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  Read the first part of this articleReceiving PRANA PRANA, the vital breath, is the subtle essence of the life force that animates each of us. It infuses every cell and tissue throughout our bodies. It is carried on and stimulated by the breath. Imbibing PRANA is very helpful in digesting and eliminating AMA. There are a…
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  When you were a kid, scarfing down your lunch so you could leave the table and go back to playtime, did your mother ever tell you to slow down? If so, it turns out (unsurprisingly) that she was right. Eating too fast can lead to overeating and weight gain, not to mention digestive issues. Gobbling down your food too fast may…
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  If you’re like most people, you at least occasionally deal with acne breakouts, skin dryness, redness and signs of uneven skin tone. If so, you probably wonder about possible underlying causes of these skin conditions in hopes of finding a way to get rid of them for good. One route you may want to explore is…
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