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If someone near you suddenly began having a heart attack, fell unconscious, or stopped breathing, would you know how to help them? If your answer is no, you’re not alone. According to a Cleveland Clinic study published in 2018, only 54 percent of Americans say they know how to perform CPR, and only one in […]
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Popcorn is the quintessential movie night snack. There’s something about crunching on buttery and salty puffs of corn that makes a film-viewing experience all the more enjoyable, especially when you’re watching with a group. The Goddard family certainly thought so when they prepared snacks for movie night in Parker, CO. Halfway through Mrs. Doubtfire, their […]
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This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links. We already know that vitamin D helps with our bone health, immunity, and mental health – but now we are learning that it can also help protect our brain. New research has found […]
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On July 26th, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office announced to the public that 25 people had been arrested during a four-day bust targeting online predators and human traffickers. (1) Sheriff Tom Knight said all of the men arrested had been using the internet and mobile applications to solicit children. Between the 25 arrested, there were 38 prior […]
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Dark chocolate “sunbutter” cups, 2-ingredient chocolate mousse, dark chocolate avocado blueberry muffins. So many recipes, so little time! But the good news for you fellow chocolate-fiends is that your cocoa obsession could have some positive health effects on your brain. Chocolate Makes You Smart? A 2016 study published in the journal Appetite found a link […]
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Everyone is born with their unique striking beauty. 25-year-old Chelsea Werner from Danville, California was born with Down syndrome, the most common chromosomal defect (1 in 700 babies) that delays physiological and intellectual development. Chelsea was introduced to gymnastics at the age of four to help her develop strong muscles because most people with Down […]
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It’s no secret that healthcare in America is run similarly to a business. Pharmaceutical companies prioritize their own profits over the health and well-being of the American people. If you have ever traveled to another country, then you already know the cost of healthcare, and pharmaceutical drugs is exponentially lower in other parts of the […]
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All deaths are sad, however, it is supremely tragic when it is someone so young with so much life yet to live. It is with deep sadness that the family of an 18-year-old high school graduate from Amplus Academy in Las Vegas announced his death after suffering cardiac arrest in the school bathroom following gym […]
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Coffee’s in trouble. With the climate crisis creating rising temperatures, coffee beans are at a threat in its growth regions. Atomo Coffee, a Seattle startup, is shaking things up with a solution to combat climate change while brewing a revolutionary alternative to traditional coffee beans.1 No Beans: The Atomo Coffee Revolution Using innovative techniques that […]
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Written By: Tom Hale | IFLSOriginally published June 2017 Doctors (and common sense) are warning against a pseudoscientific practice that involves eating and putting mushed up oak galls into the vagina, claiming it’s an “organic” way to clean, heal, and tighten the vagina. The product was being peddled by a Malaysian “health shop” on the e-commerce […]
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Ginger (Zingiber officinal) is a plant used for centuries as a medicine, commonly to reduce nausea, relieve pain and aid in digestion. It is a common ingredient in many foods and beverages. Ginger can also be used as a supplement and comes in various forms, including concentrated tablets, liquid tinctures, and juices. While it has […]
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This article was published on March 29, 2018, and has since been updated. I don’t know about you, but for a long time, I didn’t know what my cervix was or where it was. This was before I found out how dangerous tampons are and started using the menstrual cup. The menstrual cup essentially forced […]
