By Anthony Gucciardi
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Experts Agree – Sugar is a Health Destroyer
In the U.S., there is a love affair with sugar. Even for those of us who don’t consume soft drinks and don’t keep cookies and snack cakes around, sugary goodies are seen as special treats. We reward ourselves with sugar, we celebrate with sugar, we put candles on sugar and sing around it for goodness sake. But all of this sweetness is having detrimental effects on our collective health—effects that are just coming to light for the vast majority of people.
Having Relationships and Being Highly Social Cuts Dementia Risk by 70%
Although we may not always feel like being social, it is good for us to interact with other people. Humans are relational, and it is this relational part of us that makes socializing so important when it comes to health. One study demonstrated that the rate of cognitive decline in social seniors was 70% slower than that of their non-social peers. In other words, an active social life appears to be extremely healthy for our brains.
7 Home Remedies for Cellulite Reduction – Natural Solutions
Not everyone is blessed with the dimpled look of cellulite—it’s largely genetic. Even some people with relatively no fat on them have cellulite lurking on their thighs or hips. While you could spend hundreds on the latest chemical-topical solution, you could also improve the condition of your skin and reduce the appearance of cellulite naturally, with food. Achieving cellulite reduction isn’t necessarily easy, especially in today’s ‘perfect body’ society, but it is possible.
Feeling Depressed? You Probably have Low Vitamin D Levels
Yet another study has come out recently showing a link between a vitamin D deficiency and increased feelings of depression. But, the specifics are still a bit shaky, according to researchers. What we know is that lower vitamin D levels are associated with an increase in depressive symptoms. What we don’t know is which came first—it’s the proverbial chicken vs. egg debate.
Magnesium is a Powerful Natural Anti-Inflammatory Mineral
While magnesium has always been known to be a very powerful mineral, a new study involving 3,713 postmenopausal women has fully shown it’s anti-inflammatory effects. With 100 mg of magnesium per day, anti-inflammatory properties were experienced.
Naturally Boost Thyroid Function – 7 Hypothyroidism Natural Treatments
There are so many potential answers as to why you lack energy or can’t sleep, etc, but here is just one you must consider: you have thyroid problems. The good news is, you’ll soon learn how to boost thyroid function and discover many hypothyroidism natural treatments. Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland lacks in producing the thyroid hormone. Don’t skip this, as it just could be the solution you’ve been searching for.
5 Anti-Aging Herbs to Slow the Aging Process
If you’re looking for natural anti-aging, you won’t want to miss these 5 anti-aging herbs to promote overall health and boost longevity. Holy basil and turmeric are just two of those anti-aging herbs.
Breastfeeding Can Save Your Baby’s Life
“Breastfeeding is directly linked to reducing the death toll of children under five.” This is the crux of the United Nations campaign to encourage breast feeding around the world. Despite this fact, only 36 percent of babies under age six months are exclusively breast fed—despite the health benefits and the cost.
Mothers Taking Antidepressants 2x more Likely to Have Autistic Child, Study Says
Environmental factors may play a greater role in autism than previously thought, tipping the scale away from a strict focus on genetics, two studies suggest. In one, a team at Stanford University compared cases of autism in identical and fraternal twins and found that fraternal twins — who share only half of the same genes — have unusually high rates of autism, suggesting that factors other than genetics may be triggering the disease.
Calendula Plant Benefits: Grow Your Own Medicine
Calendula officinalis is a plant most often used to brighten up a garden or flower bed. It’s a popular choice because it’s pretty and is super easy to grow. But, what many people don’t know is that their pretty garden-addition is a valuable herbal remedy.
