6 “health” foods that are as bad as or worse than junk food that you need to throw out immediately

Pierre Van ZylAllergies, Brands to Avoid, Diabetes, Food, Gluten-free, Hearty Food, My Food

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This amazing guest post was written by Corinne Keating, a wellness blogger, and founder of Why So Well. Follow her on Facebook for health and wellness inspiration. 6 Dangerous Things You’re Buying at a Health-Food Store Nowadays, you can’t go into a health store without products bombarding you with buzzwords like “gluten-free”, “whole grain” and… View Article

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Black seed oil: the ancient oil used to fight inflammation and cancer for thousands of years

Pierre Van ZylAllergies, Arthritis, Bone & Joint, Digestion, Food, Gluten-free, Hearty Food, herbs, Spices, Superfoods

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This amazing guest post was written by Sue Hughes M.S.Ed., a certified Nutrition and Wellness Counselor. We encourage you to check out her website here and follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest! The Impressive History and Health Benefits of Black Cumin Seed Oil Black cumin seed oil also referred to as “black seed oil”… View Article

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An ordinary mole can turn into skin cancer – here’s how to tell the difference

Pierre Van ZylBody, Cancer

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Whether you’ve had a mole since you can last remember or one is recently emerging, you’re always a little worried that it could be something worse. People worry that their moles might be a sign of skin cancer, and while it’s a sign that you are more susceptible to skin cancer, most moles are benign…. View Article

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10 simple and relaxing eye exercises you should do after looking at a screen

Pierre Van ZylBody, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Body, Hearty Therapies, Lifestyle, Other, Technology, Vision

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It’s no secret that we love our technology. From computer screens to smart phones to television, Americans spend almost half of their day- 10 hours and 39 minutes, on average – staring at a screen. (5) It’s no surprise that these long hours of intense screen time are effecting our eye health, so much that… View Article

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8 unexpected foods that will start erasing dark spots when you rub them on your face

Pierre Van ZylBody, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Beauty, My Body, My Food, My Lifestyle, Skin, Hair & Nails

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This fantastic article was written by Sophie Addison, a popular blogger and skincare expert. We encourage you to check her out on Facebook, and Pinterest. No one has perfect skin, as there are countless factors which affect its overall appearance, including prolonged exposure to the sun, the usage of low-quality cosmetics and associated medical conditions…. View Article

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8 unexpected foods that will start erasing dark spots when you rub them on your face

Pierre Van ZylBody, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Beauty, My Body, My Food, My Lifestyle, Skin, Hair & Nails

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This fantastic article was written by Sophie Addison, a popular blogger and skincare expert. We encourage you to check her out on Facebook, and Pinterest. No one has perfect skin, as there are countless factors which affect its overall appearance, including prolonged exposure to the sun, the usage of low-quality cosmetics and associated medical conditions…. View Article

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Nobody told you about these simple soups that help prevent breast cancer and 8 other health conditions

Pierre Van ZylBody, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Beauty, Hearty Body, Hearty Food, Hearty Lifestyle, My Body, My Food, Quick & Easy, Recipes, Specific Diet, Type, Weight Loss

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This fantastic article was written by Sarah Biren, a baker, cook, author, and blogger living in Toronto. We encourage you to check out her website here! It is astounding how much damage can be done by one minor hormone imbalance. The entire endocrine system works throughout your body coordinating the vital chemical messengers also known… View Article

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Doctors said he would be chained to his wheelchair forever – 10 years later he proves them all wrong

Pierre Van ZylBody, Bone & Joint, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Body, Hearty Therapies, Lifestyle, Nerve

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In the summer of 2000, Dan Cummings was like any other 19-year old and went out to the lake with his friends. What seemed like a harmless dive off the boat, ended up being the one moment that would change the course of his entire life. When Dan didn’t come back out of the water,… View Article

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3 surprising ways to use ice that you had no idea about

Pierre Van ZylBody, Skin, Hair & Nails

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Often, the simplest things in life are the things we need to hold the closest, whether it’s the subtle gatherings with family and friends, or immersing ourselves in the basic tasks that bring us joy.  This rule of simplicity often applies to health as well. Why soak your pores in man-made chemicals when you can use… View Article

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5 plants that can humidify your home and create the indoor perfect climate

Pierre Van ZylBody, Gardening, Home, Lifestyle, Pets, Seasonal, Skin, Hair & Nails

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Can you relate to those times where you can’t seem to get comfortable inside your home? Maybe the air is too dry or overly humid, or maybe it feels like you’re surrounded by an old dust-filled air filter. In either case, the wrong kind of air (which may differ from person to person) can lead… View Article

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5 plants that can humidify your home and create the indoor perfect climate

Pierre Van ZylBody, Gardening, Home, Lifestyle, Pets, Seasonal, Skin, Hair & Nails

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Can you relate to those times where you can’t seem to get comfortable inside your home? Maybe the air is too dry or overly humid, or maybe it feels like you’re surrounded by an old dust-filled air filter. In either case, the wrong kind of air (which may differ from person to person) can lead… View Article

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Almost 40% of cancer patients are in remission after just one treatment of this gene therapy

Pierre Van ZylBody, Cancer

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Cancer research has made big strides in the past ten years, and many researchers believe gene therapy may be the key to a cancer-free future. Gene therapy cancer treatment is a new method of fighting cancer by helping the body’s healing properties to more effectively fight cancer cells. This experimental cancer therapy, developed by California-based… View Article

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The fat burning, inflammation fighting sweet potato fry recipe that will ruin regular fries for you forever

Pierre Van ZylBody, Hearty Body, Hearty Food, Recipes, Specific Diet

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This article amazing article was written by Nicole, a holistic nutritionist with a strong belief that it is possible for everyone to discover how good their body is designed to feel. Nicole works in partnership with her clients to achieve a lifestyle that is both balanced, fulfilling and nourishing. Go check out her fantastic blog… View Article

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32 recipes that won’t spike blood sugar, store fat or make you bloated

Pierre Van ZylBody, Food, My Food, Recipes

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This amazing guest post was written by Holly Bertone, PMP, and CEO of Pink Fortitude! You can check out their website here! We live in a society where we are always on the go. Reaching for “healthy” snacks may not always be the best option when they are packaged and processed. Oftentimes, they contain hidden… View Article

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4 reasons why being in a garden is better than medication – lower blood pressure, anxiety and more

Pierre Van ZylBody, Cancer, Hearty Body, Hearty Lifestyle, Hearty Mind, Hearty Therapies

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This amazing guest post was written by Irma Hunkeler, a writer and digital marketer. You can check out her website here. In need of a pick-me-up? If you’re feeling down, burned out or just in need of something new in your life, the remedy could well be on your doorstep. Step out into your garden… View Article

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Butter or olive oil? Eggs or no eggs? New report debunks every popular health myth

Pierre Van ZylBody, Food, Hearty Lifestyle

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We’ve heard it all: Fat is bad! Carbs are bad! Don’t have too much protein! Food myths are all over the internet but are rarely backed by facts. But should we be surprised? This is the same internet brimming with conspiracies like if the Beatles ever existed (what?!). With your sanity in mind, we’ve taken… View Article

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This is why Australia no longer does the pap test and still has lowest rates of cervical cancer

Pierre Van ZylBody, Cancer, Estrogen Dominance, Hearty Body, Hearty Lifestyle, Hearty Soul Activism, Hearty Therapies, Hormone, Lifestyle, Menopause

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Since its invention in 1928, the Pap Smear has saved thousands of women’s lives by detecting the early signs of cervical cancer. When caught early, women have a 93% survival rate, as compared to a 13% chance when not found until the final stage of this deadly cancer. (1) New knowledge on the role of human… View Article

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Lyme disease is back, and everyone needs to look out for these signs and symptoms

Pierre Van ZylBody

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In countries like USA and Canada, we don’t often worry about getting diseases from insect bites. For example, malaria is one of the world’s most dangerous diseases. Over half of the world’s population is at risk of mosquito-borne disease, but in North America, the risk is low. However, there are a few insect-carried diseases to… View Article

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What is Cortisol And What Are Its Effects on the Body?

Pierre Van Zylblog, cortisol, health

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What is Cortisol?Cortisol is a glucocorticoid hormone that is secreted by the adrenal gland. There are two types of Cortisol plays a key role in what is known as the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis). Your stress response system is sometimes more commonly referred to as your “fight or flight” response and more recently as the […]

What is Cortisol And What Are Its Effects on the Body?

Pierre Van Zylblog, cortisol, health

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What is Cortisol?Cortisol is a glucocorticoid hormone that is secreted by the adrenal gland. There are two types of Cortisol plays a key role in what is known as the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis). Your stress response system is sometimes more commonly referred to as your “fight or flight” response and more recently as the […]

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What is Testosterone and How Does It Affect the Body?

Pierre Van Zylblog, health, Testosterone

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We get a body at the moment we are born. But have you ever noticed how, while we get manuals and help guides – and in some cases a 24/7 toll-free customer service number – for every other important item we own, no one has ever offered you are “body 101 manual?” This doesn’t always matter […]

What is Testosterone and How Does It Affect the Body?

Pierre Van Zylblog, health, Testosterone

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We get a body at the moment we are born. But have you ever noticed how, while we get manuals and help guides – and in some cases a 24/7 toll-free customer service number – for every other important item we own, no one has ever offered you are “body 101 manual?” This doesn’t always matter […]

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5 Benefits of Strength Training and Why Lifting Weights Isn’t Bad

Pierre Van ZylAlzheimer's, Blood Pressure, Body, Bone & Joint, Depression, Diabetes, Fitness, Fractures/Sprains, Heart, Heart Disease, Hearty Body, Hearty Lifestyle, Hearty Mind, Hormone, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Nerve, Osteoarthritis, Weight Loss

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Every day, thousands of people flock to the gym to trudge grudgingly on a treadmill or other cardio machine for a predetermined amount of time. When we’ve become sufficiently sweaty, we head to the bathroom scale and hold our breath — willing the tiny needle to stop going up, up, up. Despite our hours at the… View Article

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7 ways to tell if your Himalayan salt lamp is an imposter

Pierre Van ZylBody, Detoxification, Digestion, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Body, Hearty Therapies, Home, libido, Lifestyle, Other, Sleep

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Himalayan Salt lamps are the latest wellness trend to hit the market. People across the nation are rushing over to their nearest health food store to get their hands on one of these glowing, pink rocks. Many, however, don’t actually know what they’re buying or why, and don’t know how to tell a good product… View Article

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7 ways to tell if your Himalayan salt lamp is an imposter

Pierre Van ZylBody, Detoxification, Digestion, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Body, Hearty Therapies, Home, libido, Lifestyle, Other, Sleep

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Himalayan Salt lamps are the latest wellness trend to hit the market. People across the nation are rushing over to their nearest health food store to get their hands on one of these glowing, pink rocks. Many, however, don’t actually know what they’re buying or why, and don’t know how to tell a good product… View Article

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Bone breathing: the ancient Chinese practice that could help reverse osteoporosis

Pierre Van ZylBody, Bone & Joint, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Body, Life & Spirituality

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Would you believe someone who told you that breathing – something we do every day without thinking – could strengthen your bones? It sounds like an attractive alternative especially for a society that sits for long periods of time and has increasing rates of low back pain and osteoporosis. Thanks to an ancient Taoist practice… View Article

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Superfood Blender Hot Chocolate Recipe

Pierre Van ZylBeverages, Food, Hot Drinks, Recipes, Type

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Superfood Blender Hot Chocolate Serves 1 Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon unsweetened almond butter 2 teaspoons raw coconut oil dash vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 2 Tablespoons raw cacao powder 1 teaspoon organic maca powder 1 Tablespoon sweetener of choice (coconut nectar, raw honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar) pinch sea salt 2 Tablespoons grass-fed, pastured collagen powder… View Article

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How to negotiate with your doctor to get up to 100% off of your medical bill

Pierre Van ZylHearty Soul Activism, Lifestyle

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Taking a trip to your doctor’s office can be a dreadful experience and that just doesn’t seem right. In comparison to your doctor appointment or hospital operation, chances are you feel more scared about the medical bill you’ll receive at the end of it all. But it doesn’t have to be that way – not… View Article

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