What Is Okra? Okra, also known as “lady’s fingers,” is a green flowering plant. Okra belongs to the same plant family as hibiscus and cotton. The term “okra” most commonly refers to the edible seedpods of the plant. Okra has long been favored as a food…
Couples Who Fight A Lot Are Actually More In Love, According To Psychiatrists
All couples have arguments, but it’s the way they have these arguments that can make or break their relationship. Marriage and love experts agree that arguments are okay and totally normal in a relationship (they can actually enrich two people’s understanding and respect for one another) —just as long as they do it right. Some…
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The Filthiest Food You Can Eat, Yet Most People Think It’s The Healthiest
By Dr. Mercola While health agencies make a big stink about unsterilized foods such as raw organic milk, the food associated with the greatest number of foodborne illnesses is factory farmed chicken. According to the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) statistics,1Â there were 5,760 reported foodborne outbreaks between 2009 and 2015, resulting in…
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How Drawing Helps 19-Year-Old Artist, Kate Fenner, Cope with Schizophrenia
Every now and then, we like shining the spotlight on the incredibly talented artists we come across like this painter-goldsmith duo who turns your kids’ drawings into unforgettable pieces of jewelry or Al Margen, whose drawings highlight the deepest and darkest aspects of society. Today, we’re turning that spotlight towards Californian Kate Fenner or, on…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Yellow Stripey Things
Having a backyard means getting out to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air with family and friends. Barbequing, lounging by the pool, planting flowers in the garden, etc.. However what usually comes with beautiful nature and fresh air, is the variety of insects and more particularly, BEES! The spring, summer and early autumn is a…
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A teacher battling cancer ran out of sick days. School employees showered him with theirs
Robert Goodman, a 56-year old history teacher who has taught at Palm Beach Gardens Community High School for 23 years, one day unexpectedly learned that had stage 3 colon cancer. CNN reports that the Florida public school teacher realized he’d need at least an additional 20 sick days to accommodate his chemotherapy…days he did not have….
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If You Have the Letter ‘M’ on Your Palm, There Is Something Truly Special About You
Palmistry (palm reading) refers to the reading of one’s hand or palm, by examing the lines, shapes, and lengths. Palmistry can predict someone’s character traits, health, finances, wisdom, career, relationships, and more! Origins of Palm Reading Palmistry is an ancient practice dating back thousands of years and has roots in ancient China, Tibet, India, Greece,…
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Signs of Iodine Deficiency That Should Never Be Ignored, from Mood Imbalances to Headaches
When someone is diagnosed with goiter, it tells us that a person may be suffering from an iodine deficiency. Goiter refers to abnormal swelling of the thyroid gland due to hyperthyroidism, lack of iodine in the body causing hypothyroidism or other disorder producing enlargement of the thyroid. But you shouldn’t wait for a goiter to…
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Meet Janice Lorraine, Australia’s Oldest Body Builder
Janice Lorraine from Granville Australia is no ordinary grandmother of three.[1] At the age of 75, she has accumulated 23 bodybuilding titles in just under 20 years. Lorraine first took up Weight Resistance Training (WRT) at age 55 to combat the signs of aging. After observing an elderly woman experiencing mobility issues, Lorraine became determined to stay…
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EPA is Now Allowing Asbestos Back Into Manufacturing?
Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that can be weaved into fabrics. It was primarily used in fire-resistant clothing and insulation.[1] Â Chances are if a school was built before1980, it probably contains asbestos. Almost half of all US schools were constructed between 1950 and 1969. At that time the use of asbestos in construction was very…
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Waves of Plastic Rubbish Splash Onto Shore of Philippine Bay
While soaking up the sun and listening to the relaxing sounds of crashing waves on the beach, you probably don’t want to think about how the ocean has basically become one gigantic bowl of garbage soup. Every single day, plastic spreads into our oceans in the name of profit and convenience. Environmentalists and so many…
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New Research Says Magic Mushrooms Actually Turn Off Part Of The Brain That Causes Depression
For thousands of years, humans have consumed psilocybin mushrooms for their psychoactive “tripping” effects. Seen primarily as a recreational drug, most people eat them for the euphoria and the visuals. But science is revealing that the humble mushroom is actually useful for more than a good time. Controlled studies have revealed that magic mushrooms can…
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Gay Teacher Shuts Down Homophobic Mom Who Pulled Her Kids from His Class
There’s a viral story making its rounds about a gay teacher who fabulously shut down a homophobic mom who pulled her kids from his drama class – and his response is exactly what you would expect from a gay drama teacher. It all started when… A mother in Kidderminister, England decided against sending her kids…
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10-Year-Old Girl Almost Dies After Painkiller Triggers Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
We often share eye-opening stories and talk a lot about the potential side effects of many medication – especially ones that have become commonplace and are prescribed so freely. The story we’re sharing today further highlights the potentially fatal dangers of painkillers that are currently on the market. In January 2017, then-8-year-old Alexa Juckiewicz-Caspell from…
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Putting Up Christmas Decorations Early Can Actually Make You Happier
We all know that one individual who gets excited about Christmas while the rest of us are enjoying the heat of summer. We’re camping, swimming, boating and catching rays. They drive us crazy with their ” __ Days until Christmas” countdown on Facebook. Maybe that person is you. Before you judge your neighbor’s premature enjoyment…
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5-Year-Old Calls 911 To Save Dad’s Life But Her Call Is Cracking Everyone Up
Emergency call 911 dispatchers have an incredibly tough job. Spending their days (or nights) fielding frantic calls from distressed people in their worst times, they have to be quick-thinkers, efficient communicators, and above all, stay cool under pressure. We wouldn’t blame them for feeling worn out because of their high-pressure jobs! Recently, however, an emergency…
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7-Day Low-Carb Sugar Detox Meal Plan to Fight Weight Gain, Type 2 Diabetes
Low carb diets come in many colors, flavors, and popular names! The Atkins, Ketogenic, and other low-carb-high-fat diets are all example of low carb diets. This type of diet, as stated in its name, limits the amount of carbohydrates you eat, usually to ~50g of carbohydrates per day.[1] They’re often replaced with foods that are…
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Rat lungworm infects 12 across U.S., CDC finds
Editr’s Note: As of time of publication, federal health officials have reported 12 patients affected by the rat lungworm parasite (not counting several cases in Hawaii where the risk is already elevated compared to other states). Below you’ll findcrucial information for protecting yourself- especially if you eat produce from your own garden or a farmer’s…
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The Essential Guide to the Low FODMAP Diet [Printable Charts]
Do you often experience digestive stress after eating certain foods? Can the discomfort be so severe that it affects your day-to-day activities? The link between foods and digestive disorders is well recognised, and there is a good chance that FODMAPs – small carbohydrates in certain foods – are the culprit. As a food intolerance dietitian,…
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70 Types of Seafood Labels Are Falsely Labelled in North America
Are you being catfished by seafood labels? In June of 2018, researchers at the University of British Columbia collected 281 samples of fish and other seafood from restaurants and grocery stores. They tested the DNA of these samples to determine the accuracy of seafood labels. What was the result? Out of the 281 samples collected…
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Sobering Warning: 9 Members of One Indiana Family Among 17 Killed in Duck Boat Accident
It was a beautiful Thursday afternoon on July 19 on Table Rock Lake near Branson, Missouri. Calming waves splashed against the duck boat and a breeze swept across their skin, cooling them down on a hot day. Enjoying such a serene boat ride, no one expected the wind or waves to pick up so quickly……
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McDonald’s Salads Tainted with Cyclospora Have Sickened 286 People in 14 States
One of the latest dangerous food outbreaks is that much more proof that sometimes, convenience comes at a cost! So, if you’ve eaten a supposedly health salad from a fast food restaurant in the past couple of months, please keep reading… Around mid-May, the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Iowa Department of Public…
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FDA Warns About the Dangers of Epidural Steroid Injections for Back, Neck Pain
Excruciating back pain can make living seem impossible… After trying countless stretches, attending expensive yoga classes, eating anti-inflammatory foods, and even taking risky prescription painkillers, some back pain persists, making life miserable. Left with little to no other options, many people choose to get steroid injections, but they come with some terrifying risks. In a…
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