Month: January 2017

When it comes to weight loss, many people believe that high-intensity exercises are the only way to shed a few pounds. But weight loss isn’t about the activities you do once in a while to improve your health, it’s about your daily routine. That’s why exercises like walking can have such a profound impact on your weight and physical health. The Joys of Walking The part about walking is that it doesn’t present itself as exercise. It’s easy to spend the day on your feet without even noticing how much…

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Snacking can be the downfall of anyone trying to live a healthy lifestyle. With so many unhealthy options available at arm’s reach, it’s important to keep more reasonable snacks on hand. And when it comes to healthy snacks, nothing beats fresh veggies and hummus! Avocado Hummus The ultimate lovechild of hummus and guacamole, you’ll never go back! Ingredients: 1 cup of cooked and cooled organic chick peas 1 organic lemon, juiced 1/2 tablespoon of fresh cilantro 2 teaspoons of organic extra virgin olive oil ½ of an organic avocado A…

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Do you love tea? If you’ve got tons of tea bags sitting in your kitchen cabinet then you’re in for a surprise! Tea isn’t just refreshing and healthy but it can also be used in your car. That’s right, those tea bags of yours do more than just supply you with an abundance of antioxidants. The One Pot Chef Show, shows how you can use tea bags in a whole new way. Just take a few dry tea bags and place them in your car. The bags will not only freshen up…

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You might have noticed that eating too many sweets or drinking too much coffee can leave you feeling tired, fat and sick. Although sugar and caffeine do play a role in this condition, it may not be for the same reasons you’ve heard. In fact, these foods are highly acidic and inflammatory, meaning that they can impact your body’s natural acid-base balance.  This is why you need alkaline. What Is The Acid-Alkaline Balance ? Acid and alkaline are two ends of the pH scale: o is the most acidic, 7…

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There’s nothing better than a steaming cup of tea to start your day. While green tea has its benefits, why not switch it up a little and give ginger a try.  After all, the health benefits of ginger tea are amazing. And if you’re still craving your matcha, you can always grab another cup in afternoon. Here are 6 reasons to drink ginger tea at least once a day. 6 Health Benefits Of Ginger Tea Ginger is a powerful root that really deserves a second thought. 1. Anti-inflammatory Chronic inflammation…

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Dimples are cute on the face. Not so cute on a breast—in fact, dimpling and skin changes can be an indication of breast cancer. A woman in the United Kingdom learned this from a friend who saw an article in an online newspaper and it may have saved her life. Claire Warner didn’t feel ill and she felt no lump but she read the article recommended by her friend about a woman who noticed a dimple on her breast and had posted a photograph on Facebook to raise awareness—the post…

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Back in 2011, Americans spent more than $50 billion on beauty products. Everyone wants beautiful looking skin. But not everyone’s willing to put in the effort. After all, your skin is a reflection of how well you’re doing internally. From eating healthy to exercising and keeping stress levels low, healthy habits can be quite the challenge. While some beauty products do help, they can easily become expensive to use. Fortunately, coconut oil exists. This versatile superfood supports healthy skin and is a lot less expensive. Why Is Coconut Oil Good For The Skin? The lauric acid…

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Peter Glidden, BS, ND is a naturopath who describes himself as follows: “I am an outspoken, steadfast stand for the health of people worldwide. I am an unruffled, proud pioneer of wholistic naturopathic medicine, delivering the touch-stone message, so very necessary in this time of unparalleled human suffering, of health recovery through science based, clinically verified wholistic medicine to anyone with the ears to hear it. ” You might also call him a superhero for speaking out. In an interview (link below), he talks about the business of medicine, beginning with reference to a…

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Legalizing marijuana is not a new issue by any means. And for the most part, it has been, and will continue to be, an uphill battle. This is partly because it is currently classified as a Schedule 1 Illicit drug. This technically puts it on a par with other drugs like LSD, heroin or cocaine. The FDA reserves this ranking for drugs that have the greatest potential for abuse and no substantiated medicinal value. However, proponents of marijuana say that based on these requirements, cannabis does not belong in this category…

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Organic and non-GMO products have really taken over mainstream market trends. Last year, American spice giant McCormick announced that 80% of its herbs and spices sold in the US will be organic and non-GMO by September 2016. This mean that their products will no longer contain worrisome genetically engineered seeds or traces of cancerous herbicides and pesticides. The news is no surprise as more and more companies participate in the non-GMO food boom. Currently, less than 25% of the spices, herbs and blends advertised on their website are fully organic,…

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This amazing garlic syrup is something you should always keep on hand. Not only is it practical because its ingredients are inexpensive and easy to come by but it’s also simple to make. All you need for this home remedy is apple cider vinegar, garlic and some honey. While each of these three ingredients possess its own unique set of health benefits, mixing them together enhances their effects. Why Should I Drink This Garlic Syrup? Taking this home remedy will help boost your immune system, lowers blood pressure as well as bad cholesterol. It will also…

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The more researchers learn about turmeric’s healing abilities, the more they take interest in the spice. As it stands, there are over 5,000 studies on the root’s ability to treat cancer, arthritis, diabetes, and depression better than drugs. The most recent study concerning turmeric found that taking a teaspoon daily has the ability to reduce heart attack risk just as effectively as three 60-minute workouts a week. Study Details The 8-week long study involved 32 postmenopausal women assigned to either an exercise group, a turmeric group or a control group…

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