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Eating Broccoli Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Promotes Heart Health

Eating Broccoli Reduces Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Promotes Heart Health

June 6, 2013 | by

One food that offers numerous benefits is broccoli, with some research showing how the vegetable can promote a strong, healthy heart. Given that cardiovascular disease is a top killer of American adults, finding foods that naturally prevent heart problems could be a significant step towards foiling their plan.

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4 Herbs to Reduce Stress

4 Herbs to Reduce Stress

June 5, 2013 | by

Managing stress isn’t as simple as taking a vacation, though that might help temporarily. No, managing stress requires ongoing effort. A proper diet, regular exercise, and meditation are a good place to start. But there are also herbs that can provide effective stress-busting benefits.

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Hemp Oil’s Healing Benefits Now Legally Attainable Anywhere After Years of Suppression

Hemp Oil’s Healing Benefits Now Legally Attainable Anywhere After Years of Suppression

June 4, 2013 | by

For years cannabis has been wrongly suppressed, as the plant possesses numerous highly beneficial compounds that offers many health benefits.Now, hemp oil can be legally purchased anywhere.

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5 Herbal Remedies to Quell a Cough

5 Herbal Remedies to Quell a Cough

June 4, 2013 | by

What may start out as a tickle in your throat could end up being a hacking, annoying, sleep-stealing cough. Fortunately, there are several herbal remedies that can help stifle your cough, soothe your throat, and keep irritation to a minimum. Here are 5 herbs you can use for cough relief.

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10-Year Study Confirms Carrots’ Heart-Boosting Benefits Once Again

10-Year Study Confirms Carrots’ Heart-Boosting Benefits Once Again

June 4, 2013 | by

While a healthy diet and regular exercise can keep your cardiovascular system fit, specific foods may have a greater preventative impact than others. Carrots are one of these foods.

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Topically-Applied Broccoli Extract Found to Prevent Skin Cancer

Topically-Applied Broccoli Extract Found to Prevent Skin Cancer

June 3, 2013 | by

Rarely do we think of applying vegetables to our skin for certain protections. Some research shows, however, that a certain compound in cruciferous vegetables (like broccoli) could reduce your risk of skin cancer when applied to your skin.

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8 Natural Mosquito Repellents to Get Rid of Mosquitoes

8 Natural Mosquito Repellents to Get Rid of Mosquitoes

June 3, 2013 | by

While there are plenty of sprays, lotions, and gels that offer to keep mosquitoes away, we all know these chemical baths are far from safe. Luckily, you can easily use a natural mosquito repellent to get rid of mosquitoes and bypass the harmful chemicals.

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Start Sprouting to Receive up to 900% More Nutrition from Your Food

Start Sprouting to Receive up to 900% More Nutrition from Your Food

June 3, 2013 | by

Much like microgreens, sprouts contain a considerable amount of nutrition compared to the fully grown counterparts. Consider these nutritional facts about some common sprouting beans, nuts and seeds:

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Top 5 Alkaline Foods and Why You Should Care

Top 5 Alkaline Foods and Why You Should Care

June 2, 2013 | by

We’ve all heard the term pH balance before, but do you know what it actually means? In the case of alkaline foods, we are concerned with the pH of your body. Here are 5 alkaline foods to get you started.

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Our Gut is our ‘Second Brain’: It Affects Mood and Health More than You Know

Our Gut is our ‘Second Brain’: It Affects Mood and Health More than You Know

June 2, 2013 | by

There are millions of neurons lining your gut almost as extensively as in your brain – do you think that might have something to do with your mood, your ‘intelligence’, and your overall health?

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