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Juicing: The Simplest Way to Pack in the Nutrition

Juicing: The Simplest Way to Pack in the Nutrition

April 30, 2013 | by

Over the past several decades, the popularity of juicing has come and gone, and come again. But it will always be around. There are several ways juicing could help save your life and even more ways in which it could simply make your life more enjoyable. It does this by…

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4 Ways Yoga Can Help You Lose Weight

4 Ways Yoga Can Help You Lose Weight

March 29, 2013 | by

Yoga has traveled around the world as people have embraced both the ancient practice and more modern variations to help people lower stress levels, treat depression, fight disease, and lose weight. Here are a few ways yoga can aid in weight loss.

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The Fiery Benefits of Hot Peppers and Capsaicin

The Fiery Benefits of Hot Peppers and Capsaicin

March 25, 2013 | by

Capsaicin in the active component in hot peppers. It’s what makes them hot; the hotter the pepper, the greater the concentration of this substance. So, peppers like jalepenos and the super-fiery scotch bonnets or habeneros have way more capsaicin than a bell pepper, for instance. And it’s these peppers and their capsaicin content that could deliver a wealth of health benefits.

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The Significance of Iodine and 7 Foods Rich in Iodine

The Significance of Iodine and 7 Foods Rich in Iodine

February 28, 2013 | by

Do you know how important iodine is for your overall wellbeing? The common nutritional deficiency behind most hypothyroidism and sluggish thyroid activity is insufficient iodine. Further, you are very susceptible to radiation damage without sufficient protection from iodine. These are just a few of the reasons it is essential to maintain optimal iodine levels by supplementing or consuming foods rich in iodine.

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Researchers Link MSG to Weight Gain, Obesity

Researchers Link MSG to Weight Gain, Obesity

February 24, 2013 | by

Known as an excitotoxin, MSG is thrown in everything from Ramen noodles to potato chips, all to “enhance” the flavors in these quasi-foods. But while MSG is said to improve taste, it has many—more sinister—effects. While many people know that MSG can sometimes be blamed for headaches and possibly even ADHD, others are unaware of its link to obesity.

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Obese Mothers Found to Transfer Insufficient Vitamin D Levels to Offspring

Obese Mothers Found to Transfer Insufficient Vitamin D Levels to Offspring

February 23, 2013 | by

The vitamin D and weight loss connection has been found before, but even newer research is drawing a link. According to a new study, obese mothers are passing along extremely low levels of vitamin D to their unborn child. It is possible that vitamin D becomes trapped inside the fat tissue so that there is less available to circulate through the body.

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Oregano Benefits: Growing Your Own Medicine

Oregano Benefits: Growing Your Own Medicine

February 20, 2013 | by

As with many flavorful kitchen herbs, when you cook with oregano, you are getting far more than a flavorful punch—you’re also receiving a range of health and healing benefits. And if you wanted to experience oregano benefits by growing oregano yourself, you’ll be happy to know that raising this herb from a seed is fun and easy.

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Weight Loss Tip: Chew Your Food and Eat Slowly

Weight Loss Tip: Chew Your Food and Eat Slowly

February 12, 2013 | by

While it has been known for some time that eating too quickly puts tremendous strain on the digestive system, are you really eating as slowly as recommended? One study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism reminds us of how eating slowly can be an extremely simple weight-loss solution.

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Naturally Boost Thyroid Function – 7 Hypothyroidism Natural Treatments

Naturally Boost Thyroid Function – 7 Hypothyroidism Natural Treatments

January 26, 2013 | by

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.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids Shown to Combat Obesity

Omega-3 Fatty Acids Shown to Combat Obesity

January 11, 2013 | by

Research has indicated that omega-3 fatty acids may even help slow down the “fattening” of America. Omega 3’s keep metabolic function in check which helps keep the weight down. In addition, these essential fatty acids also keep the liver and white adipose tissue, which are vital for for fat metabolism, healthy. Omega 3’s also quarterback signals from genes to keep the body from storing calories as fat.

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