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The Natural Ingredient That Will Send Joint Inflammation and Pain Packing
As we get older, we tend to experience more joint and muscle pain because these parts of our bodies become inflamed from overuse. But it can also happen as a result of withering cartilage, which naturally occurs over time. Luckily, traditional remedies like comfrey may help soothe joint pain and inflammation to help you regain…
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7 Natural Ways to Reduce Stress and Prevent Heart Disease
Just another reason to figure out the best ways to reduce stress naturally: A new Penn State study reveals that while men are most at risk of heart disease if they overexert themselves physically, women’s hearts are more likely to be damaged by stress — particularly, the hormone it produces: cortisol. To cut your stress…
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5 Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure Naturally
Winter is over, so why is our blood pressure creeping up now? Blame the past few months (and quite probably the coronavirus). According to a study published in the European Heart Journal, lack of UV light, chilly temperatures, and blustery winds strain the nervous system, making blood pressure rise by as much as nine points. Here’s…
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This $14 Supplement Could Be Critical for Protecting Your Eye Health in Sunnier Weather
We all need to protect our eyes more as we get older, which has lead us to look into what sort of vitamins and minerals can strengthen our vision and slow signs of aging. One of the most powerful ways to protect your vision is to make sure you’re getting enough of a compound called…
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10 Essential Oil Scents to Help Improve Your Daily Life
It’s easy to get addicted to essential oils: they’re wonderful for diffusing lovely scents into our homes and a sense of calm within our lives. But while you may have grabbed that vial of chamomile because, well, you really adore the tea, there are actually a ton of practical uses that can ease your everyday…
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Is Taking Too Many Naps Bad for Your Health?
Young children often fight off their daily naptime like it’s the worst punishment you could inflict on their tiny lives. Meanwhile, most adults would gladly take the opportunity for some midday shut-eye if we weren’t so busy with all the responsibilities we have to juggle. That’s what makes a nice, long weekend nap feel especially…
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Combining These 2 Popular Diets Could Help You Lose Weight, Stabilize Blood Pressure, and Reverse Heart Failure
Everyone is buzzing about the new book by Mark Hyman, MD, The Pegan Diet — and with good reason. Its guidelines are literally saving lives, helping reverse diabetes in as little as three days, normalize blood pressure in 10 days, and even reverse heart failure in 12 weeks. Indeed, testing reveals that “in a short…
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Boost Your Energy With These 6 Superfoods
Does your hectic schedule have you wondering how to get more energy to help you power through your busiest days? Adding these six tasty superfoods to your diet can help you gain more energy, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated to make the most of your summer! Red peppers wake up tired adrenal glands. These…
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5 Ways to Do Yoga at the Office Without Looking Like a Total Weirdo
Yes, you can do yoga right at the office — and it doesn’t have to mean contorting on your desk or drawing attention to yourself like a circus act. Yoga is an age-old tradition for a healthy mind-body connection that can certainly be updated to fit today’s multi-tasking lifestyle. With a handful of easy-to-apply yoga…
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Why You Need Blueberries In Your Diet More Than Ever
New research shows that blueberries are even better for us than we once thought — especially for folks at risk of heart disease. The key is making sure you eat enough of these tiny fruits each day. The May 2019 study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that eating one cup of…