Many of us are told by doctors that we need to lose a few pounds, however we struggle to actually follow the dietary and exercise advice that we are given. For Caroline Jhingory, she had no choice but to listen to her doctor, as her weight had become such a problem that it was threatening… View Article
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In the United States and around the world, gallstones and gallbladder disease is on the rise. About twenty million Americans, or fifteen percent of the population, have gallstones. Of those people, eighty-five percent of their gallstones are cholesterol stones, correlating with the rise in obesity and high cholesterol. Because of this, there are about 700,000… View Article
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Anytime you go to your doctor with a health concern, you expect that he or she will listen to you attentively, explore all possible avenues, take your thoughts and opinions into consideration, and ultimately do their best to help you find a solution. What you don’t expect is to be brushed off and not taken… View Article
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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. Our lives have become so busy that we rarely get a chance to do anything for ourselves, including exercise. Unfortunately, it can seem like too much of a hassle after… View Article
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High-fat keto diets have become mainstream, or as close to mainstream as 2017 can take a diet that was originally designed to treat epilepsy. Keto’s propel to stardom partly belongs to Bulletproof coffee, a special brew of coffee, grass-fed butter, and medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil that founder Dave Asprey calls a “kind of mild ketosis you… View Article
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With all of the environmental pollutants we are exposed to every day, the chemicals in our makeup, self care products, and other household products, along with questionable ingredients found in our food, it’s no wonder so many of us are suffering from hormone imbalances. The worst part, is that most of us don’t even realize… View Article
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With all of the environmental pollutants we are exposed to every day, the chemicals in our makeup, self care products, and other household products, along with questionable ingredients found in our food, it’s no wonder so many of us are suffering from hormone imbalances. The worst part, is that most of us don’t even realize… View Article
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Whether you have actually watched the show or not, you’ve probably at least heard of the TLC show My 600 Pound Life. This reality TV series follows the lives of people with extreme obesity: Their backstory and how they got to where they are, their daily lives, and their struggles to do simple tasks such as bathing,… View Article
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This amazing post was written by Industrial Athletic, a top manufacturer of strength and fitness equipment. We encourage you to check out their website here! Kettlebell Swing – The Perfect Exercise Looking for that elusive exercise that’ll help with your posture, your weight, and your strength, all without a steep learning curve? Kettlebell workouts are… View Article
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It’s safe to say that smooth skin, easy hair removal, thicker lashes and fuller eye brows are on the wish list of most women. Unfortunately, not only are the conventional products often expensive, but they can also involve rubbing synthetic chemicals onto your skin. These chemicals then get absorbed into the bloodstream and have been linked to… View Article
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Knowing the simple steps someone needs to take to become (and stay) healthy is one thing. But actually taking those steps – as many people know – is a totally different ballgame. But it’s not impossible; in fact, even the tiniest lifestyle tweaks can make a huge difference. Depending how serious you are about turning your life… View Article
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Alcohol is a large part of our society. We drink it when we go out to brunch, lunch, and dinner, when we have guests over, we go out for drinks to catch up with old friends or for a first date, and cheers each other enthusiastically to celebrate birthdays, weddings, graduations, and the like. Whether… View Article
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At The Hearty Soul, we like to support honest companies that provide excellent products. This sponsored post was brought to you by Atrantil, a digestive supplement providing relief from bloating, abdominal discomfort and change in bowel habits. Have you ever finished a great meal and then had an uncomfortable feeling in your stomach just minutes later?… View Article
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This amazing guest post was written by Nishita Shah, Ayurveda and yoga expert and healthy food fanatic. You can check out her website here or follow her on Instagram. Ayurveda, a science that dates back more than 5,000 years, is a healing system rooted in the ancient Vedic culture of India. Ayurveda literally means the… View Article
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This fantastic article was written by Angela Warburton, a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, speaker, writer, and teacher. We encourage you to check out her website here, and follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Varicose veins, those knobby little (or not so little) bluish veins that pop out, ache, and can make one second guess… View Article
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This fantastic article was written by Angela Warburton, a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, speaker, writer, and teacher. We encourage you to check out her website here, and follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Varicose veins, those knobby little (or not so little) bluish veins that pop out, ache, and can make one second guess… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at PaleoHacks. The Paleo diet is well known for being weight-loss friendly, but a bonus is that it’s also an amazing food plan for fertility and reproductive health, including women with PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome. Numerous conditions can impact a woman’s or man’s ability to conceive, and diet can’t… View Article
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This article is brought to you by Vitagene, a unique company designed by healthcare professionals and experts of genetics. Vitagene offers completely personally-tailored suggestions for helping people get and stay healthy according to their own DNA coding. Like most people, you’ve probably tried a popular diet, promising supplement, or ‘easy’ workout at some point in… View Article
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This article is brought to you by Vitagene, a unique company designed by healthcare professionals and experts of genetics. Vitagene offers completely personally-tailored suggestions for helping people get and stay healthy according to their own DNA coding. Like most people, you’ve probably tried a popular diet, promising supplement, or ‘easy’ workout at some point in… View Article
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“There are no quick fixes to weight loss,” says Mele Osai, a teenage girl who went from weighing 297 pounds to 154 pounds. Mele had been struggling with her weight since she was a child due to a poor diet and lack of exercise. Children like Mele who are obese or overweight do not just suffer… View Article
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If you’ve ever had a nagging cold, relentless migraines, or acne that just won’t go away, chances are you’ve tried every drug, cream, and medicine on the market. Unfortunately, many of these drugs have both known and unknown side effects, such as a damaged stomach lining or making you drowsy, that effect our future health and… View Article
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Aging is an inevitable fact of life, and considering the alternative, it is viewed with much more disdain than it really deserves. There is a certain type of beauty and wisdom that comes only with increased life experience that should be celebrated. As a society, we are constantly at odds: We are all trying to… View Article
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We love it when we read a story about people who turn horrible situations into positive ones, change their lives, and inspire others around them to do the same. This is why we can’t help but share Lisseth Exposito’s incredible weight loss transformation which started- and ended- because of the severe verbal and emotional abuse… View Article
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As women, it’s safe to say there’s one thing we can all agree on: How annoying your period is! Whether it is painful, heavy, or simply unpredictable, periods are never convenient and always a hassle. If you’re one of the lucky ones who has light, easy periods, a) congratulations, and b) you probably still hate having to… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Drew Canole. I guess it would be accurate to say that I was raised in a fitness-focused family. My mom was the “Jack LaLaine” of the southeast. As far back as I can remember, she had a daily television exercise show called Exercise for the Modern… View Article
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Rubbing alcohol is one of the most useful substances that you should always have in your home. You can use rubbing alcohol to dissolve other substances, improve your personal care and health, fix your damaged clothes and accessories, clean your home, and manage your garden. Take Care Of Clothes And Accessories 1. Remove Ink Stains… View Article
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This amazing post was written by Industrial Athletic, a top manufacturer of strength and fitness equipment. We encourage you to check out their website here! The potential causes for weight gain are numerous, but few people are aware that our bedtime habits have such a negative impact on weight loss. Once you’re aware of the… View Article
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This amazing post was written by Industrial Athletic, a top manufacturer of strength and fitness equipment. We encourage you to check out their website here! The potential causes for weight gain are numerous, but few people are aware that our bedtime habits have such a negative impact on weight loss. Once you’re aware of the… View Article
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Trying to lose weight or maintain your weight can be very challenging and sometimes you might feel that you want to quit. That’s how Andrea Barlow felt before her weight loss journey, but when she learned how to lose weight effectively, she went from feeling completely hopeless to successfully shedding all her excess weight. Andrea’s… View Article
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“Being a nurse means that you have to know how to be tough and loving.” That’s what Maria, a registered nurse, says. Maria has been working as a registered nurse in Greece and has been caring for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities for more than 25 years. We asked her all about being a… View Article
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Ticks present a serious health threat to North Americans. They can transmit dangerous, debilitating, and life-altering diseases that should never be brushed aside or thought of as only a casual threat. Diseases such as Lyme Disease or Powassan Disease , when administered through a tick bite, can be passed into your body within 24 hours, or… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Paleohacks. This total body wall workout is perfect for sneaking in a quick routine at home, in the office, or even when you’re on the road. All you need is a wall, a workout mat or towel, and 10 minutes. Shorter, high-intensity workouts like HIIT… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Paleohacks. The Thyroid-Sleep Connection When you’re battling thyroid problems, sleep can become elusive and frustrating. Fatigue can feel debilitating, and sleep becomes more critical than ever. But when hormones are unbalanced, insomnia and other sleep issues can surface. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped organ… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at FitLife.tv. Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been around for thousands of years and has many uses and benefits. Way back in 400 BC, the father of medicine, Hippocrates, prescribed apple cider vinegar with honey to treat ailments, including coughs and colds. More recently, celebrities like… View Article
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Love them or hate them, tattoos are here to stay. Tattoos provide ways for people to express themselves, honor loved ones, and serve as a permanent reminder of a life changing event. Due to the permanent nature of tattoos, getting inked is no small decision. Anyone considering a tattoo, be it their first or their… View Article
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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. The Top 10 Medications You Had No Idea Cause You to Gain Weight I’m no stranger to gaining weight while on a particular type… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr.Hyman. New Study Finds Secret to a Faster Metabolism Eating carbohydrates makes you store belly fat. Eating protein puts on muscle. Most people know that. But a recent study1 in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that when you overeat on a low protein… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr. Mercola. One in 20 Americans over the age of 12 struggles with depression1 and 11 percent of the U.S. population over the age of 12 is on antidepressant medication.2 This, despite overwhelming evidence showing that antidepressants are no better than placebo in terms of… 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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