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Some people seem to hold onto their hair color forever. For them, silver or gray hairs don’t start peaking through until their late forties or fifties. Others, however, start getting gray hair at a young age. But what causes this difference? What makes one person keep their dark locks into middle age, while another starts […]
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Tea Tree oil comes from the Melaleuca alternifolia, a small tree in Queensland, Australia. There are numerous tea tree oil benefits, thanks to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. Australians have been using it for almost one hundred years, and today the oil is available worldwide [1]. Tea tree oil is particularly useful as a topical […]
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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. Black seed oil, from the seeds of the Nigella sativa plant, has a more than 2,000 year-old history for its medicinal uses. Grown in Asia, Pakistan, and Iran, it has been called “the […]
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Skin care is important when it comes to having a healthy complexion. But a balanced diet might be even more crucial. Vitamin deficiencies could affect the skin in many ways, such as dry patches, discoloration, bruising, and pimples. Signs of Vitamin Deficiencies on Your Skin Here are skin abnormalities to look out for but remember, […]
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People may not know about histamines, but they have heard about antihistamines, also known as allergy medications. Histamines are natural chemicals created by the immune system, and they help us deal with allergens, the substances that cause allergies. They do this by making people sneeze, tear up, itchy, or whatever is needed to eliminate the […]
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High blood pressure and hypertension is far too prevalent in the United States. Nearly half of all American adults have hypertension. Of those people, only one in four have theirs under control. Though it is important to follow your doctor’s instructions if you have high blood pressure, there are foods you can use to help […]
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When you hear the term superfruit, you likely think of blueberries, acai berries, goji berries, or some other more exotic fruit. There is, however, another more humble and unassuming fruit that you’re probably leaving off that list: the lemon. Lemons are inexpensive, easy to get at any grocery store (trying freezing them), and are so […]
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Much of the conversation surrounding fitness and health focuses on muscles and organs, but what have you done lately to support your tendons, ligaments, and joints? The health of these tissues is very important to the overall function of your body, and keeping them healthy becomes increasingly important as you age. As you get older, […]
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Vitamin B12 is an important vitamin for our bodies. It is involved in many important functions for energy, our brain, and other important organs and systems. Having low levels of this vitamin can have a devastating impact on your health. If you’re concerned that your vitamin B12 levels are too low, there are a few […]
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For the last decade or so, eggs have been on a bit of a nutritional rollercoaster ride. One day they are good for you, the next they’re saying they are contributing to heart disease, and the next they’re back to being “the perfect protein”. The question remains: Are eggs good for you or not? We’re […]
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This article was originally published on October 20, 2020, and has since been updated. You’ve heard it’s bad for you and yet many Americans still consume way too much sugar. Honestly, it’s pretty easy to underestimate how much sugar you consume, especially if you aren’t paying close attention; it is in sauces, dressings, baked goods, […]
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We all know by now that ginger is good for us. We know that it has antibacterial properties and that it can give our immune systems a little support during cold and flu season. Recently, however, another benefit of this spicy root has been explored: It helps fights body fat. Specifically, it can potentially prevent […]
