How one woman used pilates to power her recovery from breast cancer

Pierre Van ZylBody, Bone & Joint, Cancer, Depression, Fitness, Hearty Body, Hearty Lifestyle, Hearty Mind, Hearty Soul Activism, Hearty Therapies, Life & Spirituality, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Nerve

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Much of breast cancer prevention advertising campaigns have been centered around the importance of living a healthy lifestyle and the importance of a regular exercise routine. Studies show that regular, moderate-intensity cardiovascular and strength training reduces the risk of developing breast cancer in both pre- and postmenopausal women. (1) (2) (3) But, what happens when… View Article

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Breast cancer patient reveals the lifesaving tip that helped her detect a lump

Pierre Van ZylBody, Cancer

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The words “You have Breast Cancer” are not ones anyone wants to hear. Despite the parades of pink propaganda and “save the boobs” advertisements, it is still the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women worldwide. (1) More than 1 in 10 women in North America will have to hear those words in their lifetime.(2)(3) Thankfully,… View Article

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Breast cancer patient reveals the lifesaving tip that helped her detect a lump

Pierre Van ZylBody, Cancer

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The words “You have Breast Cancer” are not ones anyone wants to hear. Despite the parades of pink propaganda and “save the boobs” advertisements, it is still the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women worldwide. (1) More than 1 in 10 women in North America will have to hear those words in their lifetime.(2)(3) Thankfully,… View Article

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Stop using ‘non-stick’ Teflon pans! This is what happens to your risk of cancer, liver and kidney disease

Pierre Van ZylBody, Cancer, Hearty Alternatives, My Food

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This amazing post was written by Jenn Ryan, a freelance writer, and editor who’s passionate about natural health, fitness, gluten-free, and animals. You can read more of her work at thegreenwritingdesk.com. Although non-stick cookware accounts for 70% of all cookware sold [1], we shouldn’t trust the toxic chemicals used in these pots and pans. Teflon… View Article

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Pepsi admits its soda contains ingredients linked to cancer

Pierre Van ZylBeverages, Body, Brands to Avoid, Cancer

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Do you prefer Pepsi or Coca Cola? Your answer might be neither when you learn more about some of the ingredients that producers put into these drinks. Pepsi products contain a coloring that studies suggest might be putting you at risk for cancer. It’s known as 4-Methylimidazole (4-MEI). What is 4-MEI? The ingredient 4-MEI is… View Article

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4 early symptoms of ovarian cancer that every woman needs to know

Pierre Van ZylCancer, gastrointestinal tract, GI tract, Hearty Body, IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, leaky gut, Menopause, ovarian cancer, sign, signs of ovarian cancer, symptom, symptoms of ovarian cancer, the hearty soul, tumor, women

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Cancer, as a broad spectrum of disease, is currently one of the leading causes of death worldwide (1), and is responsible for 30% of all deaths in Canada — more than any other disease or possible cause (2). Ovarian cancer specifically was estimated to have 2800 new cases and 1750 deaths in Canada (3), and… View Article

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4 early symptoms of ovarian cancer that every woman needs to know

Pierre Van ZylCancer, gastrointestinal tract, GI tract, Hearty Body, IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, leaky gut, Menopause, ovarian cancer, sign, signs of ovarian cancer, symptom, symptoms of ovarian cancer, the hearty soul, tumor, women

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Cancer, as a broad spectrum of disease, is currently one of the leading causes of death worldwide (1), and is responsible for 30% of all deaths in Canada — more than any other disease or possible cause (2). Ovarian cancer specifically was estimated to have 2800 new cases and 1750 deaths in Canada (3), and… View Article

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7 Awesome Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate

Annie PriceArticles, benefits of dark chocolate, Brain Health, Cancer, chocolate, dark chocolate, dark chocolate benefits, Heart Disease, Nutrition

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If you’re like me, you love to eat chocolate. But not just any chocolate — I eat the varieties that are often referred to as “superfoods.” I’m talking about dark chocolate and cacoa nibs, which are both truly healthy forms of chocolate if you pick the right products. You’re probably thinking how is dark chocolate good for you, and in … Read More

Mugwort: the Herb that Fights Joint Pain, Depression & Cancer?

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What exactly is mugwort? Well, outside of sounding like it should be in the pages of the Harry Potter series, it’s a root-based perennial plant that goes by many different names. Most importantly, it’s been shown to help fight serious diseases and maladies, from cancer to joint pain. You may often hear mugwort referred to by other names, such as chrysanthemum weed, … Read More

7-ingredient master tonic that helps kills infection in your body

Pierre Van ZylArthritis, Body, Cancer, Candida, Food, Recipes

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With the right combination of high-quality, natural and fresh ingredients, you can fight off sickness. This drink has strong antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial and anti-parasitic properties and could be the thing you’re looking to add to your arsenal. It strengthens your immune system, purifies your blood, and improves blood circulation throughout your entire body. A combination of… View Article

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Roman Chamomile Essential Oil Benefits & Uses

Christine BabcockBeauty Remedies, Cancer, chamomile, chamomile benefits, chamomile tea benefits, Depression, Essential Oils, Heart Disease, Natural Remedies, roman chamomile, Roman chamomile essential oil

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Chamomile is one of the most ancient medicinal herbs known to mankind. Many different preparations of chamomile have been developed over the years, and the most popular is in the form of herbal tea, with more than 1 million cups consumed per day. (1) But many people don’t know that Roman chamomile essential oil is even more effective than tea and … Read More

Cannabidiol, or CBD, Benefits for Pain, Mental Illness & Anxiety

Christine BabcockBrain Health, Cancer, cannabidiol, CBD, CBD oil, Depression

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The use of medical marijuana continues to be an emotionally and politically charged issue. Although cannabis oil preparations have been used in medicine for millennia, the concern over the dangers of abuse led to the banning of the medicinal use of marijuana in the 1930s. Only recently, marijuana and chemically related compounds have come back to being considered of therapeutic value. … Read More

More and more people over 50 years old are getting high

Pierre Van ZylArthritis, Body, Cancer, Hearty Alternatives, Hearty Body

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Whether they’re inhaling it, baking it or using it in oil form, more and more older adults are using marijuana! For some reason getting high is associated with younger audiences and there is a lot of research that has been carried out on the health effects on younger people. However, research into the consequences of marijuana… View Article

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Top 4 Health Benefits of Marriage

Kissairis MunozAnti-Aging, Cancer, health benefits of marriage, Heart Disease, is marriage healthy, marriage health benefits, marriage live longer

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Bickering about finances, debating child-rearing methods and arguing about whose turn it is to take out the garbage — sometimes the daily grind of married life can leave you feeling a little less than enthusiastic about your spouse. But even when your partner is driving you up the wall, it turns out they might actually be providing health benefits of … Read More

Top 10 Medical Innovations to Watch Out for in 2017

Kissairis MunozCancer, Cleveland clinic innovations, Depression, Digestive Health, home hpv test, ketamine for depression, liquid biopsies, medical breakthroughs, new depression treatments

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As 2016 winds down, the medical community is already looking toward the future — 2017, to be exact. Now in its 11th year, Ohio’s esteemed Cleveland Clinic is releasing its Top 10 Medical Innovations for 2017. (1) More than 100 doctors and researchers pored over nearly 200 nominations of medical innovations that have a high chance of healing and extending life. In … Read More

Psilocybin Mushrooms Shown to Alleviate Both Depression & Anxiety in Cancer Patients

Kissairis MunozCancer, hallucinogenic mushrooms, magic mushrooms, Nutrition, psychedelic mushrooms

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For people with cancer, the diagnosis often is just the beginning. The side effects from a variety of treatments, the anxiety that comes along with a life-threatening illness, having to navigate the regular stresses of daily life — it can be a lot to handle. In fact, it’s estimated that more than 30 percent of cancer patients meet the criteria … Read More

Skullcap: The Perfect Herb for Flu Season & Beyond

Kyra OliverCancer, Depression, Heart Disease, Nutrition, skullcap, skullcap herb, skullcap plant, skullcap tea

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Skullcap may sound like the hat you put on your head during the winter months, but in this case, it’s actually a medicinal plant that’s long been used for healing purposes, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Skullcap, which is named due to its shape resembling that of a medieval helmet, is of the mint family, Lamiaceae, and ranges from blue to … Read More

6 Grass-Fed Beef Nutrition Benefits (Nos. 1 & 2 Are Life-Savers)

Annie Priceantibiotics in beef, Articles, Cancer, grass-fed beef, grass-fed beef nutrition, Heart Disease, Non-GMO, Nutrition, what do cows eat

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According to a study at California State University’s College of Agriculture, grass-fed beef nutrition includes significantly more omega-3 fatty acids and more conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) than grain-fed beef. Grass-fed beef, one of the best protein foods around, is also higher in precursors for vitamin A and E and cancer-fighting antioxidants compared to grain-fed beef. (1) If you haven’t heard of CLA … Read More

Top Bottled Water Risks: Are You Drinking This Toxic Rip-Off?

Leah Zerbebottled water, bottled water cancer, bottled water chemicals, Cancer, chemicals in bottled water, Hormone Balance, hormone disruptors in bottled water, is bottled water safe, Nutrition, Toxicity

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Bottled water risks include more than just draining your bank account. You see, those single-use bottles found in supermarkets, gas stations and gyms across the country are what I like to call “toxic rip-offs.” Why? Because you’re paying way more for a product that contains harmful compounds. Case in point: A recent German-led study found that a single bottle of bottle water contained nearly … Read More

Pinto Beans Nutrition Benefits the Heart & May Help Fight Cancer

Kyra OliverCancer, Heart Disease, how to cook pinto beans, Nutrition, pinto bean recipe, pinto bean recipes, pinto beans, pinto beans nutrition, pinto beans recipe

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It’s easy to make jokes about different types of beans and the effects they have on flatulence, but the focus should be on just how nutritious things like pinto beans can be for our health. For instance, did you know that many types of beans, such as anasaiz beans and pinto beans, are some of the top cancer-fighting foods around? … Read More

What Is Butyric Acid? 6 Butyric Acid Benefits You Need to Know About

Annie Pricebutanoic acid, butanoic acid structure, butyrate, Butyric Acid, butyric acid supplement, Cancer, Digestive Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss

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You may not have realized it, but chances are you’ve consumed something called butyric acid before, and believe it or not, your body produces it as well. It’s true — butyric acid, also known as butanoic acid or BTA, is a saturated short-chain fatty acid found in butter, ghee, raw milk, animal fats and plant oils. It’s also formed in and therefore found in our colons … Read More

Top 7 Algae Benefits that May Surprise You

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Algae are some of the most primitive life forms found on Earth and have been consumed as food and medicine for centuries. Human consumption of the blue-green algae called spirulina actually goes back to the Aztec civilization of the 14th century, and this type, including spirulina and chlorella, is the edible variety most commonly used in supplements. In fact, algae benefits are so … Read More

8 Cat’s Claw Benefits for Immunity, Digestion & Chronic Disease

Annie PriceCancer, cat’s claw, Digestive Health, Heart Disease, Immune System, Natural Remedies, una de gato, uncaria tomentosa

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I’ve previously written about cat’s claw as one of the best antiviral herbs to boost the immune system and fight infection. This powerful herb is not only antiviral — it also has anti-inflammatory, antimutagenic and antioxidant properties. These health-promoting attributes may make cat’s claw helpful as a natural treatment for arthritis, allergies, asthma, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, cancer, viral infections, ulcers, hemorrhoids and … Read More

Ugli Fruit Benefits the Heart, Waist & Immune System

Rebekah EdwardsBrain Health, Cancer, Heart Disease, Immune System, jamaican citrus fruit, Nutrition, tangelo nutrition, ugli, ugli fruit, ugly fruit, Weight Loss

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It doesn’t seem very nice to name a fruit based on its appearance, but I’m going to let it slide this time with ugli fruit — because this very unattractive fruit is only ugly on the surface. Ugli fruit is a crossbred fruit found in a tropical climate, and it’s an incredible source of vitamin C, fiber and other nutrients, … Read More

10 Cell Phone Safety Tips You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Leah ZerbeBrain Health, Cancer, cell phone radiation safety, cell phone safety tips, safety cell phones, Toxicity, using cell phones safely

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Do cell phones cause cancer? The preliminary results of a massive, government-funded study suggest they could. This makes cell phone safety an incredibly important topic. The early findings in the $25 million U.S. National Toxicology Program animal study show exposure to very high signal cell phone radiation led to a slightly increased risk of malignant gliomas in the brain and schwannomas … Read More

Soursop: The Vitamin C Superfruit that May Help Fight Cancer

Kyra OliverArticles, Cancer, graviola, guanabana, Nutrition, sour sop, soursop, soursop fruit, Superfoods

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What if I told you there was a fruit that’s great for your eyes, can treat infections and even shows promise as a potential cancer-fighting food? Would you be interested? If you answered yes — and why wouldn’t you? — let me introduce you to soursop. Soursop is usually found in South America and often the basis for beverages, ice … Read More

Black Salve: Is This Controversial Cancer Treatment Safe?

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Black salve is the name for a group of topical pastes and plasters known as escharotics that are considered very controversial cancer treatments in mainstream medicine. Although one black salve ingredient called bloodroot is sometimes used by certain dermatologists in the treatment of skin cancer (part of a practice called Mohrs surgery), the effectiveness and safety of these products are still … Read More

4 Need-to-Know Facts from Dr. Quillin’s Talk on Cancer-Fighting Foods

Leah ZerbeCancer, cancer-fighting foods, dr. quillen, dr. quillen cancer, Immune System, Nutrition, patrick quillen, the truth about cancer

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Patrick Quillen, PhD, CNS, RD, author of Beating Cancer with Nutrition, recently presented a session on nutrition and cancer during The Truth About Cancer’s Ultimate Live Symposium. There, he shared some interesting facts about the healing power of nutrition and natural cancer treatments, including many facts you won’t hear about in conventional medicine doctor’s offices. Dr. Quillin is an internationally recognized … Read More

Jackfruit: 5 Remarkable Benefits of the World’s Largest Tree Fruit

Kyra OliverCancer, Digestive Health, green fruit, Heart Disease, Immune System, jackfruit, jackfruit recipes, jackfruit tree, Nutrition, Superfoods, what is jackfruit

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If I gave you 10 guesses on which fruit is the largest tree fruit in the world, do you think you could get the answer? Well, if the jackfruit wasn’t on the tip of your tongue, or among your top 10 guesses, you can be forgiven, but the jackfruit is the largest tree fruit in the world, reaching up to … Read More