Healthy Aging + General Wellness

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3 Ways Wellness Culture Is ‘Making You Sick’

Opinion For many people, the term “wellness culture” is synonymous with the American health-obsessed culture, but the two are different. While it may seem like an overused buzzword, there is a difference between living a healthy and a wellness lifestyle. While the push for people to take charge of their health is amazing, this rhetoric […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

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10 Things That Happen To Your Body When You Stop Eating Sugar

Eliminating sugar from your diet can have a transformative effect on your health. From managing weight to improving heart health, the benefits are numerous. Here are ten things that happen when you stop eating sugar. 1. Helps Manage Weight Cutting out added sugars can significantly aid in weight management. Added sugars are high in calories […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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This One Thing Can Increase The Risk of Stroke in Seniors By 56%

Loneliness, the feeling of isolation regardless of how many people may be in your life, links to numerous health issues. Recent research indicates that chronic loneliness can significantly increase the risk of stroke in seniors, with a study showing a 56% higher risk in those consistently feeling lonely over time.1 The Study and Its Findings […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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Scientists May Have Determined The Maximum Age A Human Can Live To

People have written countless songs, books, poems, and more on the idea of living forever. Since the beginning of human existence, people have wished for a long, happy life. The question is, what is the maximum age a human being can actually live to if no illnesses or diseases cut their life short? A group […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

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Use These 5 Plants to Help Calm Your Nerves and Have a More Restful Sleep

Lack of sleep is an epidemic affecting not only Americans but people worldwide. It is estimated that over 70 million Americans chronically have trouble sleeping regularly and are not getting enough shut-eye each night.1    This chronic fatigue is affecting our health in more ways than one. Higher incidences of driving, workplace, and medical accidents […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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3 Vitamin Deficiencies Linked to Headaches

Headaches are something that we have all been affected by in our lifetime. Whether it be after not getting enough sleep or drinking a bit too much on a night out, we all know the irritating, pounding feeling of a headache. However, for some people, headaches are more than just a nuisance. For some people, […]

Gemma Fischer

Gemma Fischer

Freelance writer

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If You Have Dark Eye Circles, Your Body May Be Trying to Warn You

Under-eye circles and bags can be annoying and hard to conceal. But, what lies beyond the aesthetic drawbacks of these issues is the possibility that they may be caused by deeper, more serious underlying health issues. While most under-eye bags or discoloration are merely a sign of short-term issues, like a lack of sleep, or […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

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‘Eye-opening’ Dementia Breakthrough Announced by USC Researchers

The Alzheimers Society has recognized a recent study by the University of California. Their finding suggested that an early onset indicator of dementia is leaky blood vessels in the brain. This new finding could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment to reverse or delay this neurological disease. Eye-opening results presented themselves to a team of […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

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Think Positive: Your Negative Thoughts Are Linked To Dementia Later In Life

Are you a pessimist by nature? A “glass half empty” type of person? Recent research suggests that your tendency toward negative thinking might affect your mood and have long-term implications for your brain health. A new study has found that repetitive negative thinking in later life is linked to cognitive decline and an increase in […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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30+ Things You Should Stop Doing After Age 50

As we age, our priorities and lifestyles inevitably shift, particularly as we enter our 50s. This decade marks a significant transition, demanding greater attention to health, well-being, and personal growth. While it’s essential to embrace the wisdom and experiences we’ve accumulated, it’s equally important to recognize habits and behaviors that no longer serve us. By […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

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54 Natural Remedies For 12 Common Ailments

If you’ve ever had a nagging cold, relentless migraines, or acne that just won’t go away, chances are you’ve tried every drug, cream, and medicine on the market. Unfortunately, many of these drugs have both known and unknown side effects, such as a damaged stomach lining or making you drowsy, that affect our future health and […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate