Dr. Tanya Edwards, director of the Center for Integrative Medicine, writes that inflammation is now recognized as the “underlying basis of a significant number of diseases.”  Some doctors go a step further and say that inflammation is the root cause of nearly every modern, chronic illness.   It
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Lemon is one of nature's most powerful substance.  Lemon is loaded with vitamin C,  also contains potassium and antioxidants and provides a ton health benefits.   It's even on the American Diabetes Association list of superfoods.  The benefits of lemon range from reducing the risk of kidney stones
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If you've noticed a change in your hair, it may be a clue that there is a health issue you might want to address.  Changes to notice include an increase in the amount of hair loss, change in texture or brittleness,  or the amount of oil or dandruff on the scalp.   The body is an amazing machine, and
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As we know, our bodies are constantly exposed to pollutants and chemicals.  From exhaust fumes to artificial scents.  There is just no avoiding it.  I believe this is the reason we have seen such a rise in chronic illnesses like auto-immune disease and cancer.  The good news is that you can make
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I think most people have happy memories of barbecuing and the wonderful grilled taste of the food.  From vegetable skewers, to hamburgers and steaks, and fruits (think grilled peaches).   Like many things, our knowledge of what is healthy vs what is harmful has changed when it comes to barbecuing. 
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Time and money are the most common obstacles that stand in the way of  people eating healthy.  What you eat is so important to your health.  It can be the difference between living a happy vibrant life and dealing with imbalance after imbalance.  It is important to avoid processed foods and eat the
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If things are getting buggy at your house and you're tempted to use a bug zapper, think again.  It seems like a simple enough solution, but it's not a good one.  Here are some things to think about: Bug Zappers Kill Beneficial Insects The light from a bug zapper will attract insects, like
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Exposure to sunlight provides all sorts of health benefits, including helping our bodies manufacture vital vitamin D.  But too much of a good thing can be harmful.  Unfortunately, many people turn to regular commercial grade sunscreen which can be very toxic and actually cause more harm than
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Agar agar (also known as simply agar) is a plant-based food thickener that can be substituted for animal based thickeners like gelatin.   It is a flavorless gel like substance that is derived from red algae.  It is an amazingly versatile substance and is also packed with micronutrients.   It’s low
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