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As of May 2021, there have been over a dozen cases of liver injuries caused by turmeric supplements reported to the U.S. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. The number may be higher since some incidents may have gone unreported. Meanwhile, turmeric teas and supplements are popular, since they contain a compound […]
· 11 min read
Constipation, or the inability to have a bowel movement, affects approximately twenty percent of the population [1]. It can range in severity and can be mildly inconvenient all the way to downright painful. Luckily, there are several foods that help make you poop, which could kick-start your bowels and get you back to regularity. What […]
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Magnesium is an important mineral for our health. It affects many of the functions of our body as well as our sleep and muscle recuperation. Despite its importance, thousands of people in the United States are deficient. This is everything you need to know about magnesium, magnesium deficiency, and how to keep your levels in […]
· 7 min read
No matter who you ask, all people really have the same goal: to get the most out of their life. Usually, that means living one that is happy, fulfilling, and long. There are a number of things that can be done to achieve this, and you may be surprised to find out that you are […]
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It is estimated that about twenty percent of all adults will develop varicose veins at some point in their lifetime [1]. They tend to be more common in women than men, and more than forty percent of women have some kind of varicose vein condition including spider veins, with the prevalence of these venous diseases […]
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A lot of the health advice doctors and nutritionists give to us isn’t all that exciting. Eat more vegetables, drink more water, exercise, and avoid excessive amounts of refined sugar and fat. For many, it would be a dream come true to find out that burgers and fries were just as healthy as salads, and […]
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The Blue Zone diet is based on the eating habits of people with the longest lives in the world. “Blue zones” are five locations where locals are ten times more likely than Americans to live to the age of 100. Additionally, research has discovered that people in these zones also have fewer instances of chronic […]
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Potatoes have not always had the best reputation in the nutrition world. For years, the white, starchy vegetable was considered too high in carbohydrates with little nutritional value. We know now, of course, that this is not true. As potatoes have re-climbed the health ranks, however, they have been eclipsed by their colorful cousin, the […]
· 7 min read
There are many health benefits to staying hydrated. From helping you manage your weight, to improving brain function, to reducing your risk of heart attacks, drinking enough water can keep your body functioning optimally. But how much water should you drink? Scientists, doctors, and nutritionists have tried to come up with a definitive answer to […]
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The American Witch Hazel plant, otherwise known as Hamamelis virginiana, has been used in folk medicine in the United States for many years. Its bark and leaves are often used to make teas and ointments, and the plant is known widely for its ability to soothe sensitive skin and ease inflammation. The key to Witch […]
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Everyone’s had to deal with cancer in some capacity, whether you’ve had it yourself or a loved one has suffered from it, it’s a disease that touches so many. Approximately 38.4% of people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer at some point during their lifetime (1). But you have more control over getting […]
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Many tampons and pads today are made with materials that have potentially negative health consequences, and it is important that all women are informed about the products they buy so they can stay healthy during every stage of their menstrual cycle. Many tampon alternatives exist that women may not be aware of. The feminine hygiene […]
