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Does Pickle Juice Really Help with Muscle Cramps?

Pierre Van Zyl25th September 2025Drinks, eat, Functional Nutrition, Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Natural Remedies

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If you’ve ever experienced muscle cramps, you know how inconveniant and even painful they can be. Whether you’re woken up in the middle of the night with your calf screaming at you or you’re out for a run and your quad keeps seizing up, cramps are no f…

6 Types of Warts (Signs, Symptoms, Home Remedies, and Treatment)

Pierre Van Zyl19th September 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Make, Remedies & Green Beauty

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Have you ever looked down at your feet and spotted a small, fleshy bump that wasn’t there before? Maybe it is even a bit painful to the touch? If so, then you know what it’s like to discover that you have a wart. It’s okay, though – warts are act…

Misdiagnosed as a Cold: The Deadly Infections Doctors Can Still Miss

Pierre Van Zyl19th September 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, parenting

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Most of the time, a common cold is just that: a common cold. This is precisely the reason why the Kassis family from Bathurst, Australia, suffered a tragedy in late 2023 that no family should ever have to suffer. Their five-year-old daughter, Cathy, ca…

Living by the Ocean Linked to Longer Lives—But the Reason Remains a Mystery

Pierre Van Zyl17th September 2025Heal, Healthy Aging + General Wellness

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If you enjoy learning about history, especially the Georgian and Victorian eras, you would have heard about doctors prescribing “sea air” to their patients. Several months relaxing by the seaside may seem like a dreamy but pointless treatment nowadays,…

Doctor Claims These 5 Supplements Are Linked to Heart Attack and Liver Failure

Pierre Van Zyl17th September 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, Natural Remedies, News + Discoveries

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Heart attacks and liver disease remain prominent concerns for public health in the United States, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives each year. Mount Sinai cardiologists Dr. Evan Levine has raised concerns about several common supplements and thei…

Mother Stunned After Doctor Removes Strange Cause of Son’s Bad Breath

Pierre Van Zyl17th September 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, parenting

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Seven-year-old Xiao Fei from China was experiencing every child’s nightmare: His classmates were teasing him, avoiding him, whispering behind his back, and refusing to play with him. They weren’t doing it because they didn’t like him, but rather becaus…

Your Adam’s Apple: What is it and Why Does Everyone Has One?

Pierre Van Zyl16th September 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, Men’s Health, News + Discoveries, Women’s Health

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The Adam’s apple is a distinctive feature on the human throat, normally more noticeable in men but present in everyone to some degree. Have you ever stopped to wonder what Adam’s apple actually is, though, and what its purpose is? This is everyth…

9 Early Life Challenges That Shape Remarkably Resilient People

Pierre Van Zyl13th September 2025Heal, Learn, Mental Health, Spirituality & Belief Systems

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Resilience means different things to different people. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), it is “the process and outcome of successfully adapting to difficult or challenging life experiences, especially through mental, emotional…

Russia Claims to Have a Cancer Vaccine. Is It Ready to Use?

Pierre Van Zyl13th September 2025ai-assisted, Cancer, Heal, News + Discoveries

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A recent announcement from Russian scientists has brought attention to Enteromix, a new cancer vaccine developed using mRNA technology. This is the same approach behind some of the COVID-19 vaccines. The vaccine reportedly demonstrated a “100% efficacy…

This Common Supplement May Slow Aging, But Experts Urge Caution

Pierre Van Zyl11th September 2025Heal, Healthy Aging, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, News + Discoveries

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Vitamin D is one that has found itself in the spotlight often in recent years. Also known as the “sunshine vitamin”, it has long been recognized for its vital role in bone health. Now, emerging research suggests that it might also help to slow down the…

12 Foods That Could Help Reduce Blood Clot Risk (And Some to Avoid)

Pierre Van Zyl11th September 2025Heal, Health Awareness

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If you’ve ever known someone who has had a blood clot, you know that they are no laughing matter. Blood clots are a significant health concern because they can lead to serious complications such as heart attacks and strokes. While medications are often…

Are Your Workout Clothes Affecting Your Fertility? Here’s What the Science Says

Pierre Van Zyl9th September 2025Fitness + Yoga, Heal, Holistic Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Move, parenting, Pregnancy, Women’s Health

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For anyone who wants to have children, there are many considerations to be made in terms of fertility for both partners involved. While we tend to focus on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle habits, there is one factor that you may not have considered:…

Beet Root and Ginger Juice: A Natural Power Drink to Support Your Health (Brain, Immune, Detox, and More)

Pierre Van Zyl9th September 2025Drinks, eat, Functional Nutrition, Heal

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When it comes to our health, prevention remains supreme. Taking steps to give our bodies every possible chance to be healthy and strong is essential. While there are many factors that go into this, one of these that is most under our control is what we…

At 70, She Lost 68 Pounds, Reversed Arthritis, Quit Meds and Gained 1.9M Followers by Following These 5 Daily Habits

Pierre Van Zyl6th September 2025Fitness + Yoga, Heal, Mind-Body Wellness, Move

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Joan MacDonald was 70 when she began her health transformation. She occasionally played darts, softball, and bowling, but she was far from fit. The 5-foot-3 woman took medication to control her blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and acid reflux. She w…

Why Your Appendix Might Be More Useful Than You Think

Pierre Van Zyl1st September 2025Heal, Health Awareness

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The appendix is a small organ situated between the small and large intestines. For a long time, scientists didn’t know its function and deemed it useless. In fact, it was seen as potentially dangerous. The appendix is famous mostly because of appendici…

Women Who Embrace ‘Grandma Hobbies’ May Live 8 Years Longer, Study Finds

Pierre Van Zyl23rd August 2025Heal, Healthy Aging, Healthy Aging + General Wellness

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“Grandma hobbies” have become a viral shorthand for hands-on, slower activities like knitting, crochet, bird-watching, baking, gardening, and puzzle making. Social posts now go further, claiming that women who embrace these pastimes may live eight year…

Adult Dies in Ireland After Listeria Outbreak Linked to Tesco & Aldi Meals

Pierre Van Zyl20th August 2025Heal, Health Awareness

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An adult died from listeriosis after eating contaminated food during a listeria outbreak. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) confirmed nine cases due to ready-made meals sold in Tesco, Centra, Aldi, and SuperValu. Officials reviewed the manufa…

Why Women Need More Sleep than Men

Pierre Van Zyl17th August 2025Energy & Sleep, Heal

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Health experts recommend adults get about seven to nine hours of sleep every night, but this rule has a huge asterix. The truth is everybody’s sleep needs are different. It’s more important to experiment with lengths and routines that optimize yo…

13 Superfoods to Include in Your Weekly Diet, from Coffee to Dark Chocolate

Pierre Van Zyl15th August 2025eat, Heal, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn

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The secret to health isn’t really a secret at all: It’s a well-balanced diet based on whole foods, a consistent exercise routine, and good sleep habits. Of course, the human experience, our planet, our societies, and our lives are more complex than thi…

Is ‘Fibermaxxing’ The Key to Better Gut Health? TikTok Thinks So

Pierre Van Zyl15th August 2025Digestion, Heal, Health Awareness

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Health and wellness trends have always been ever-changing, but now with the rise of social media platforms like TikTok, those changing trends are now at hyperspeed. Whereas protein has been the reigning queen of nutrition trends, there is a new leader …

Post-Pandemic Spike in Gut-Brain Health Issues Raises Concerns

Pierre Van Zyl14th August 2025Chronic Illness & Alternatives, Heal, Learn, News + Discoveries

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Recent research highlights a significant rise in disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional dyspepsia, since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Data collected from surveys in the UK and the US emph…

Researchers Explore Potential Dementia Risk Linked to Gabapentin

Pierre Van Zyl14th August 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, News + Discoveries

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Gabapentin is an FDA-approved prescription anticonvulsant that is primarily used to treat nerve pain and control epileptic seizures. But it is also prescribed “off-label” as a painkiller or treatment for fibromyalgia, sciatica, insomnia, anxiety, hot f…

Lacking This Vitamin? It Could Lead to 70% Greater Loss of Muscle Strength

Pierre Van Zyl14th August 2025Heal, Healthy Aging, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, News + Discoveries

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Vitamin D has long been recognized for its role in bone health, but emerging research reveals its crucial importance in maintaining muscle strength, especially as we age. A recent study highlights that deficiency in this vital nutrient can increase mus…

The Complete Guide to 14 Essential Minerals: What to Eat and How to Spot the Deficiencies

Pierre Van Zyl12th August 2025eat, Functional Nutrition, Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, News + Discoveries

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Often, when it comes to essential nutrients for our health, the focus tends to be on vitamins. While yes, vitamins are critical, minerals are equally important. Anyone who has ever had a mineral deficiency can tell you, they really wreak havoc on your …

Can GLP-1 Drugs Help People Without Diabetes Lose Weight?

Pierre Van Zyl10th August 2025Heal, Learn, News + Discoveries, Weight Loss Tips & Tricks

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Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs or GLP-1 drugs for short) such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro have recently gone from names only those with diabetes would know to the most well-known medications on the market today. Havi…

Kidney Stones and Your Diet: 10 Foods to Watch and 10 to Welcome

Pierre Van Zyl9th August 2025eat, Functional Nutrition, Heal, Healthy Aging, Healthy Aging + General Wellness

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If you’ve ever known someone who has had kidney stones, or if you have been unfortunate enough to have them yourself, you will know how awful they can be. Passing them is very painful and can sometimes even require medical attention. Thankfully, there …

Understanding Coughs: A Guide to Different Types and What They Mean

Pierre Van Zyl9th August 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Learn

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Are you someone who coughs regularly? Or perhaps you had an illness, and now you have a nagging cough that just won’t seem to go away. You’re not alone, and your coughing may or may not be problematic. Coughing is a natural reflex that helps clear the …

How to Add Turmeric to Your Diet (and Why It’s Worth It, According to Science)

Pierre Van Zyl6th August 2025eat, Functional Nutrition, Heal, Health Awareness, Kitchen Hacks

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Turmeric is a staple in many cuisines, including Indian, Middle Eastern, North African, and Caribbean. You may not have turmeric in your spice cabinet, but you’ve likely already eaten it in curries, baked goods, mustards, hummus, soups, spice rubs, and…

Toxic Shock Syndrome From Tampon Use Leaves Model Fighting for Her Life

Pierre Van Zyl6th August 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Women’s Health

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In 2012, Lauren Wasser was a 24-year-old model with a thriving career and a bright future. She was healthy, active, and admired in the fashion world. But what started as an ordinary day quickly turned into a medical emergency that would change her life…

25 Spiritually Toxic Habits Hiding in Your Daily Routine

Pierre Van Zyl5th August 2025Heal, Holistic Mental Health, Move, Personal Growth + Development, Spirituality & Belief Systems, Traditional & Indigenous Healing

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Modern life can cloud our spiritual clarity. Between responsibilities, distractions, and habits we barely question, many of us unknowingly engage in behaviors that drain our spiritual energy. These behaviors, often repeated daily, can disrupt our vibra…

25 Spiritually Toxic Habits Hiding in Your Daily Routine

Pierre Van Zyl5th August 2025Heal, Holistic Mental Health, Move, Personal Growth + Development, Spirituality & Belief Systems, Traditional & Indigenous Healing

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Modern life can cloud our spiritual clarity. Between responsibilities, distractions, and habits we barely question, many of us unknowingly engage in behaviors that drain our spiritual energy. These behaviors, often repeated daily, can disrupt our vibra…

This Clove Gel Could Have Botox-Like Effects

Pierre Van Zyl5th August 2025ai-assisted, Heal, Healthy Aging, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn

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As a consumer, one is always searching for better, healthier alternatives to cosmetic procedures, which are often invasive and dangerous. We’ve seen it everywhere – ‘go green,’ ‘natural over chemicals,’ but where do …

Widely Used Diabetes Drug Tied to Remarkable Longevity in Women

Pierre Van Zyl30th July 2025Heal, Healthy Aging, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn, News + Discoveries, Women’s Health

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Metformin is a drug that you have probably heard of if you or someone you know has type 2 diabetes. It is one of the most common medications to manage this condition. Research shows, however, that Metformin is what we often call a ‘wonder drug’. In thi…

Fuel Your Best Years: What to Eat for Energy and Health After 60

Pierre Van Zyl24th July 2025Heal, Healthy Aging

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Healthy eating takes on a new meaning after turning 60. The metabolism changes, nutritional needs shift, and the body becomes more vulnerable to pain and chronic illnesses. Food becomes a way to stay healthy and energized, and help prevent diseases. Vi…

Top Vitamin that May Help Improve Circulation in Legs and Feet

Pierre Van Zyl23rd July 2025Heal, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn

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Do you struggle with circulation in your legs and feet, often finding your leg falling asleep or your toes getting cold quickly? There are many reasons why this may be happening, and one of them could be due to Niacin deficiency. This is everything you…

How to Recognize and Fight Clogged Arteries: Signs, Prevention, and Treatment Strategies

Pierre Van Zyl23rd July 2025Heal, Health Awareness, Healthy Aging + General Wellness, Learn

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Your heart is one of your body’s most critical organs. Arterial health serves as a cornerstone of cardiovascular well-being, playing a pivotal role in overall health and longevity. Clogged arteries, also known as atherosclerosis, are abnormally narrowe…

Rare But Deadly Skin Cancers That People Often Overlook

Pierre Van Zyl22nd July 2025Cancer, Heal

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Enjoy the summer sun but take precautions first. Skin cancer is the sort of condition that people subconsciously dismiss. After all, it won’t happen to them — until it does. Sun exposure can noticeably affect the skin; it creates tans, burns, and freck…

Consistently Awake at 2 or 3 AM? Experts Warn It Could Be a Health Red Flag

Pierre Van Zyl21st July 2025Energy & Sleep, Heal

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It’s not unusual to wake up during the night. Many people wake up a few times without noticing because they quickly fall back asleep. But if they are stuck tossing and turning, they can end up feeling agitated and tired the next day. These bouts of poo…

Man Gives Grim Warning After He Goes on 5-Day Coke Bender, Leaving Him With ‘Devil Eyes’

Pierre Van Zyl19th July 2025Heal, Learn, Mind-Body Wellness, News + Discoveries

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Dave Mullen was just 17 years old when he first snorted cocaine. It happened during what should have been a celebratory moment on his birthday. Offered a line of the Class A drug in a pub, he naively accepted. Completely unaware of the storm he was inv…

Doctors Stunned to See Strict Exercise Regimen Is as Good as Medicine for Colon Cancer Recurrence

Pierre Van Zyl17th July 2025Cancer, Heal

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A groundbreaking study demonstrates how exercise can prevent recurring colon cancer. According to the World Health Organization, colorectal cancer (also known as bowel cancer, colon cancer, or rectal cancer) is one of the most common types of cancer, a…