This article is shared with permission from our friends at Paleohacks. These days, it’s hard to separate fact from fiction when it comes to nutrition. Numerous authoritative figures give dietary recommendations that are harmful to your health and in the end, you can end up feeling more confused than when you started. Below we debunk… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr. Jockers. Enzymes are extremely vital to human well-being. They play a critical role in digestion and nutrient assimilation, in immune response, cognitive acceleration, and cellular detoxification among other things (1). These systems battle for enzymes to utilize within our body. Enzymes are some of the… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at I Quit Sugar. Our bodies are pretty neat at giving us signs when something isn’t quite right. So, if you’ve been struggling with a muffin top that won’t budge or persistent tummy troubles, maybe it’s time to listen in. Maybe your body is trying to… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from Drew Canole, founder of FitLife.tv. A simple test to determine your stomach acid levels is to eat a beet and then check the color of your pee. If you have pink pee, that means that your stomach acid is too weak and if it is clear, you have sufficient… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr. Mercola. Colon cancer has been in the news as of late after the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which is part of the World Health Organization (WHO), concluded in late 2015 that processed meat can cause colorectal cancer in humans, classifying it… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr. Mercola. Did You Know? The gelatin found in bone broth is a hydrophilic colloid that attracts and holds liquids, including digestive juices, thereby supporting proper digestion Bone broth reduces joint pain and inflammation courtesy of chondroitin sulfates, glucosamine, and other compounds extracted from the… View Article
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We all know that water is good for us. It is estimated that we can only survive for 2-3 days without water, as opposed to 30-40 days without food. (2) This does not come as a surprise: Water makes up roughly 60% of our body weight, and every single system and process in our body… View Article
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Every year in America, 300,000 people are diagnosed with Lyme disease. (1) Despite this alarmingly high number, there isn’t very much education or awareness about this debilitating disease. The problem is, most people, including medical professionals, don’t understand Lyme disease: How it presents itself, what the symptoms are, and how it affects a person’s ability… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Paleohacks.com. What To Do If You Have Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome & Foods to Restore Gut Health 50 million Americans are dealing with autoimmune diseases, and in as many as 25 percents of cases, individuals may have more than one. (1,2) When someone has three or… View Article
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This guest post was written by Elisha of My Health Maven. She is deeply passionate about educating people and empowering them to lead healthier lives. We encourage you to check out her blog and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest! Many people live with constipation and in desperation, or on the advice of other… View Article
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People have been growing and using plants since the beginning of time, and for good reason! Nearly all of the vitamins and minerals we need in our diets to thrive and be healthy, happy people come from plants. Beyond just nutritional value, however, there are thousands of types of plants that have a more medicinal… View Article
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Peppermint oil is one of the most widely used essential oils, found in everything from candy canes, to chewing gum, to toothpaste. Beyond its good smell and unique, refreshing taste, however, peppermint essential oil has a number of benefits for your health. While some of these uses you may already know, there are many uses… View Article
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Peppermint, or Mentha piperita, has a long, rich, and interesting history. As a hybrid of two other herbs, spearmint and watermint, its peppery nature is what makes this herb unique. The plant grows in moist areas all throughout North America and Europe but is thought to have originated in the Mediterranean.[1] Historically, peppermint was used in… View Article
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This amazing guest post was written by Mary Grace, a freelance writer! We encourage you to follow her on Twitter! Here’s What You Need to Avoid Food Poisoning (and Get Better If You Have It) Food poisoning is the worst. Some symptoms include stomach cramps, headaches, and severe vomiting as your body violently tries to… View Article
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The skin is not only our largest organ, but it is also an organ of detoxification through which toxins are excreted. Therefore the condition of our skin is not impacted by external factors alone; what we put into our bodies is crucial in determining the health of our skin. The more we eat foods that have a high… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr. Mercola. His latest book, “Fat for Fuel,” introduces a revolutionary diet to drop weight effortlessly, combat cancer, boost brain power, and increase your energy. Pre-order now before May 16th and receive 6 free bonus gifts. The truth of the old adage that “you are what you eat” is becoming… View Article
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At any given time of year, at least a few of the magazines on the shelves will have some article or headline dedicated to helping you finally achieve that oh-so-coveted flat stomach, six pack abs, toned tummy, sexy midriff – whatever you want to call it. For many of us, though, we do our best… View Article
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No, you won’t be injecting this shot! This flu “shot” is something you can make any time of year as maintenance, or as soon as you feel any cold or flu symptoms coming on. This health elixir is very simple to make. Just stir all the ingredients together, add warm water, pour and sip. Here’s… View Article
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When coming home after a tiring 8-hour day at work, getting the right amount of exercise can be challenging. We’re stressed out, tired, and have spent hours accommodating other people. Taking a half-hour walk is likely not the most appealing way to spend your limited amount of free time. However, while exercise is important, it… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Mercola.com The strategies I present in my newest book, “Fat for Fuel,” are just too valuable for your well-being. That’s why you should not pass up this chance to ensure your copy! Pre-order now and receive 6 free bonus gifts. By Dr. Mercola For years,… View Article
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Losing weight is often more complicated than it seems on the surface. Whole grains? No grains? Low fat? No- fat is good, carbs are bad! Cardio is best for weight loss; No, strength training is more effective! Trying to navigate through tips from “life coaches”, personal trainers, dieticians and nutritionists is daunting, overwhelming, and instead of losing… View Article
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Our daily lives are dictated by our schedules: work, school, teams, clubs, lessons, family obligations, and more. Within those schedules, we have routines, and within those routines we have habits. These routines and habits are what make our lives seem “normal” and “safe”. The issue is that often we have habits that are not good for… View Article
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When fighting digestion problems and other issues, we are eager to find the right remedy to relieve symptoms to get on with our lives. However, researching what you put in your body beforehand is important. “Slippery Elm Bark,” an ingredient used by Native Americans and considered medicine until the 1960s has re-emerged as a medicine…. View Article
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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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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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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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For those who have ever experienced heartburn (or gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD) they would vouch for how excruciating it can be, and how finding relief can be crucial. For many, this relief comes from medication. However, a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that proton pump inhibitors (PPI), a… View Article
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As a society, we are chronically underslept. Adults should be getting 7.5-8 hours of shut-eye each night, but are averaging less than 7. (1) Once you take into account the actually quality of that sleep (i.e. undisturbed and restful), the outlook is pretty grim. We’ve turned into a nation of sleepwalkers, and it now may be one… View Article
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Let’s all take a moment to be honest with ourselves: If brownies were good for us, we would eat them every day. As it turns out, with a few substitutions, you can have your cake (err, brownie) and eat it, too, with these sugar-free, gluten-free protein brownies. Not only are they sweetened with Stevia and packed… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Authoritynutrition.com. People who are trying to lose weight often restrict the number of calories they eat. However, restricting calories too severely can lead to a variety of health problems, including reduced fertility and weaker bones. This article describes 5 potentially harmful effects of calorie restriction and helps you… View Article
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Across the world fermented foods are very popular. From sauerkraut to kimchi to kombucha, people have picked up on the benefits of making your foods in this fashion. But what are fermented foods? Well, they are foods that have been through a process of lacto fermentation in which natural bacteria feed on sugar and starch… View Article
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This article is republished with permission from our friends at Higher Perspective. People who are extremely sensitive to the protein known as gluten, which is found in rye, barley, and wheat, can have reactions, possibly extreme, after ingesting the protein. The symptoms that follow this intolerance can result in depression, fatigue, joint pain, gastrointestinal issues,… View Article
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This article was shared with permission from our friends at Paleo Hacks. Although probiotics and prebiotics sound the same, prebiotics have an entirely different role in the body when it comes to your digestive health. Read on to learn more about this “gut fertilizer” that’s crucial to your health. Prebiotics vs Probiotics: What’s the Difference?… View Article
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Apple cider vinegar is one of those substances you hear about all the time, it seems to be used for everything and anything nowadays! However, below are seven incredible ways you can use the ingenious yellow substance to cure many of your ailments. First of all, let’s find out more about this amazing liquid and… View Article
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