Autoimmune diseases affect 23.5 million people in the United States. Shockingly, women make up 78% of that statistic [1]. A new theory suggests that the placenta may hold a key to this mystery. What is an Autoimmune Disease? An autoimmune disease is a condition when one’s immune system mistakes normal cells for foreign matter and…
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Autoimmune diseases affect 23.5 million people in the United States. Shockingly, women make up 78% of that statistic [1]. A new theory suggests that the placenta may hold a key to this mystery. What is an Autoimmune Disease? An autoimmune disease is a condition when one’s immune system mistakes normal cells for foreign matter and…
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As if we needed more reasons to follow a Mediterranean style diet, while many diet trends come and go, the Mediterranean diet is an original, and to this day is still praised and followed for its inclusion of plant-based foods, omega-fatty acids and filling fiber coming from legumes. However it’s one specific ingredient that gets…
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Most people choose plastic water bottles out of convenience, instead of just bringing your own bottle with you. There are also many who believe that plastic water bottles are filled with healthier filtered water, which is cleaner and safer than tap water. However there are plenty of reasons why bottled water is not actually a…
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Jayden David was born perfectly healthy, and like many parents, anticipating health serious health issues, doesn’t always come to mind. This is why Jason, Jayden’s father, was shocked when his four-month began having seizures, sometimes multiple times per day, causing his son severe pain. Jason was determined to do everything he could to help his…
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Do you have difficulty controlling your cravings for junk food? Or are you finding it difficult to break bad habits ranging from oversleeping, smoking and nail-biting? If you are, the Pavlok wrist strap could be just what you are looking for [1]. Pavlok, a bracelet that can be purchased on Amazon is described as a:…
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Do you have difficulty controlling your cravings for junk food? Or are you finding it difficult to break bad habits ranging from oversleeping, smoking and nail-biting? If you are, the Pavlok wrist strap could be just what you are looking for [1]. Pavlok, a bracelet that can be purchased on Amazon is described as a:…
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If you’re putting in daily effort towards living a healthy lifestyle, and yet still feel as if you’re not getting the results that you deserve. You’re not alone. It’s a collective struggle upon us. Many of us are doing everything right, by the means of eating, clean, getting in daily movement and being mindful of…
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Dan, wanting to only be identified by his first name, was 19 years old when he was hospitalized for schizophrenia. He was prescribed medication and gained 100 pounds, weighing a total of 340 pounds at six feet tall. His treatment and his weight continued for over a decade until he began to change a couple…
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Sometimes, the most beneficial natural health remedies are the ones that have been around the longest. That’s certainly the case with lemon balm, a fast-growing herb that’s been studied for its effects on everything from insomnia to cancer. (1) Used in teas, cooking and to make Melissa essential oil, lemon balm has been prescribed by doctors since…
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Are you like 20 percent of the public that suffers from constipation? It’s nothing to be ashamed about, so even if high-fiber foods don’t always do the trick, consider a salt water flush. Sometimes called a “salt water cleanse” or a “master cleanse,” it’s designed to help you cleanse your colon and digestive system by bringing on a forced…
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Are you like 20 percent of the public that suffers from constipation? It’s nothing to be ashamed about, so even if high-fiber foods don’t always do the trick, consider a salt water flush. Sometimes called a “salt water cleanse” or a “master cleanse,” it’s designed to help you cleanse your colon and digestive system by bringing on a forced…
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) are neurological and behavior-related conditions that cause difficulty in concentrating, impulsiveness and excessive energy. Individuals with ADHD symptoms not only have a challenge in concentrating but have a challenge sitting still. Those with ADHD are typically more disruptive than individuals with ADD. ADHD often has an onset…
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Understanding Skeeter syndrome Nearly everyone is sensitive to mosquito bites. But for those with severe allergies, symptoms can be more than just annoying: They can be serious. Most bites occur at either dusk or dawn, when mosquitoes are most active. While male mosquitoes are harmless — feeding only on nectar and water — female mosquitoes…
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Nutrition is full of all kinds of nonsense. The worst examples are listed here, but unfortunately, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Here are the top 13 nutrition lies that have made the world both sick and fat. 1. Eggs Are Bad for Your Health Eggs are so incredibly nutritious that they’re often…
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“Life is not a bowl of cherries. There’s good and bad stuff…” – Fuzzy Zoeller Every time I see a wine-red, glossy cherry with a slender green stalk, I get strangely jealous. How can something so tiny be so gorgeous? Cherries are highly underrated. These fruits are everything and more if you want to live…
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Despite cannabis being now being legal for recreational use in 11 U.S states [1] (that number is likely to grow), you still have to get a license for medical marijuana from a doctor. Marijuana has both medical and recreational uses. Its active compounds are THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (Cannabidiol). Cannabis can be used medicinally for…
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Have you ever heard of the French paradox? It’s a well-researched phenomenon that refers to people who live in certain parts of France where red wine is commonly consumed during meals having fewer cases of death from coronary heart disease, even though these people live a lifestyle that’s considered to have higher risks than those living…
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A new health push may eliminate many peoples favorite dishes from U.K. hospital cafeterias. This ban includes recipes with sausages, mash, bacon, and all processed meat. Plant-Based Health Professionals UK Ltd, an association created by medical professionals, worry about the harm posed by these foods, particularly about the cancer risk from consuming processed meat. The…
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If you’re fairly familiar with the vitamins and minerals in the most common fruits and vegetables, you may be aware that in bananas and avocados, potassium and magnesium are notable ingredients in both of them. Like all foods, these two powerhouse fruits (because both are fruits rather than avocados being a vegetable) have many other…
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Dana Anhalt, an artist from Huntington, New York, had been sick throughout her childhood and it only got worse. At 37, she was so impacted by whatever was ailing her that her ability to walk and use her hands was nearly lost. There were times when her weight dropped to just 70 pounds. Excruciating joint…
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