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Capsules, Creams and Oils: Which Form of CBD is Best?
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CBD, the non-psychoactive chemical found in hemp and marijuana, has gained a lot of recent attention for its potential benefits. It’s also becoming more widely available, sold in numerous forms alongside other popular herbal remedies. With so many choices, capsules, creams, oils and more, how can we know which form of CBD is best?What Is CBD and How Does it Work?CBD, short for cannabidiol, is the... 9/14/2019 7:00:00 AM
Indy Summers
Easy Ways to Care for Your Skin
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Human skin is the largest and one of the most important organs that make up the human body. Skin itself accounts for more than 15% of a person's weight. Making up the skin is more than 300 million cells. Such a large organ requires careful attention. If skin is not taken care of it can cause tremendous problems for the body. There are a number of things people can do to take care of their skin. Here... 9/14/2019 7:00:00 AM
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Would You Take a Stress Vaccine?
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Americans are stressed out, and it’s making them sick. According to the American Psychological Association, the vast majority of people experience some level of stress. Many even report extreme levels of stress such that it impacts their health. In an effort to combat the epidemic, scientists have developed a “vaccine” that seeks to reduce the symptoms associated with the body’s stress response. But... 9/13/2019 7:00:00 AM
Sara Russell
Autism, Epigenetics and Unconditional Love
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Several clients have asked me what they can do before conception and during pregnancy to prevent autism in their future children. The short answer is that autism is not 100% preventable because there isn’t a way to erase all the risk factors altogether. However, there are modifiable nutritional and lifestyle factors (epigenetic variables) that can greatly reduce risk. Here is a summary of what I’ve... 9/13/2019 7:00:00 AM
Fred Fletcher
Varicose Veins—10 Common Treatment Myths
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INTRODUCTION Anyone that is unclear as to the diagnostic and treatment options available for varicose veins or that has received incorrect information is more likely to make a wrong decision regarding his/her “bad vein” problems.Making good decisions, after all, starts with having accurate, complete and up-to-date information at one’s disposal.POPULAR MYTHS EVERYONE SHOULD SHUN --“Any doctor is qualified... 9/12/2019 7:00:00 AM
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Could Immunotherapy Cure Breast Cancer?
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Breast cancer treatment has come a long way over the past few decades, but no cure has been found to date. Immunotherapy could potentially change that. Recent breakthroughs targeting tumor-specific proteins have made immunotherapy more effective, and we could be closer than ever to a cure.Immunotherapy has shown promise in treating numerous forms of cancer, but breast cancer has been more difficult... 9/12/2019 7:00:00 AM
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The Unexpected Health Habit That Could Improve Your Well-Being
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When trying to get healthy, most people start with the basics, such as eating better, exercising and getting a full night’s sleep. The problem? Many ignore and even deprioritize the one healthy habit that could transform their lives and improve their well-being: spending time with friends and family. That’s right. Socialization offers substantial health benefits. An active social life boosts mental... 9/11/2019 7:00:00 AM
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The Dark Side of Saying You Have a Food Allergy
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Nearly 20% of U.S. adults claim they have a food allergy. Some, or maybe even most of these truly believe they have an allergy. Yet only half of them have an official medical diagnosis. While many of these adults may believe they have an allergy because weakened immunity runs in their family or they have had an adverse reaction to certain foods in the past, the lack of diagnosis actually causes some... 9/10/2019 7:00:00 AM
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Juicing vs. Smoothies: What's the Verdict?
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Juicing and smoothies are as popular as ever, but the information on their benefits might not always be clear. Juicing and smoothies both add dietary vitamins and minerals we might not get in supplements, but both can be high in sugar and promote increases in caloric intake. Smoothies contain the fiber most juices lack, making them more nutritionally complete, and either is better than having no fruit... 9/10/2019 7:00:00 AM
Indy Summers
3 Benefits of Scalp Massages
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Scalp massages are wonderful. They feel great. But they have more than just feeling good going for them. Here are three known benefits to getting a scalp massage:Hair GrowthA good scalp massage can help to increase circulation to the area. This helps to make hair grow faster. This is because it helps to strengthen the roots of a person's hair. The scalp will be nourished in order to help the healthy... 9/9/2019 7:00:00 AM
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