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Seven Ways Your Breakfast Could Strengthen Your Bones
Approximately 10 million Americans have osteoporosis. OP, as it is sometimes called, affects one in three women. Osteoporosis means that the bones have become porous. Put another way, the bones develop holes. Bone tissue is constantly subjected to processes that build it up and those…
Read MoreSave Yourself Severe Pain from Kidney Stones
Learn how to reduce your risk of kidney stones!
Read MoreGluten-free Diet: Is It for You?
Approximately 30% of all Americans now, either avoid gluten-containing foods or eliminate gluten all together. The popular paleo diet avoids gluten-containing grains and claims that our distant ancestors did not eat them. Even some PBS TV health specials and popular health books advocate such. Are…
Read MoreAlmonds Win the Numbers Contest
Nutritious and tasty, almonds yield rich health benefits, especially to those who have prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, and elevated cholesterol. If they are not on your table frequently, then you could be missing out.
Read MoreCoconut and Palm Oils: Are They Good for Your Heart?
Pearly white coconut oil looks harmless enough. Coconut oil is growing a reputation as being a healthful alternative for monounsaturated and polyunsaturated oils. However, coconut oil, a saturated fat, may not be good for everyone; therefore, the claims need close examination and you may be…
Read MoreWalnuts to the Rescue
If you are overweight, have a pot belly, metabolic syndrome, or diabetes, daily consumption of walnuts will help you. Why? Like most nuts, walnuts are rich in fiber, antioxidants, unsaturated oils, and blood vessel health-promoting minerals such as magnesium and potassium. Unlike other nuts, walnuts…
Read MoreHealth Benefits from Marvelous Millet
Want to try a delicious alkaline and gluten-free cereal for a change? Studies indicate that millet actually targets diabetes and inflammation. Providing a good amount of magnesium, phosphorus, protein, fiber, and antioxidants, this tasty cereal is certainly nutritious. The Hunzas, who are known for their…
Read MoreDo You Have Prediabetes?
Understand prediabetes and learn nine science-backed, natural strategies to reverse it.
Read MorePrevent a Gout Attack!
Will a gout attack cause you acute pain and cripple your daily activities? You can take effective preventative measures now, even if you have had a history of gout! Discover science-backed natural remedies that could ease a gout attack. What is Gout? Gout is the…
Read MoreThe Satisfying Fast
You hear a lot about the health benefits of detoxifying your body. Detox programs often include fasting. But really, do you have to suffer all the discomfort of no food intake? What are fasting‘s real benefits? Are there any adverse effects to fasting? Is there…
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