You, your body, your health..!
– First, let’s consider what food is and isn’t. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, one serving of cooked white rice is equal to one cup of cooked whole grain rice. While we eat a lot of fruits and vegetables that can be used as snacks (and a lot of grains), many people don’t […]
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A diet consisting of a variety of fruits and vegetables is a proactive way to prevent chronic disease, like certain cancers, heart disease and diabetes. However, are you aware of doctors writing “prescriptions” for overweight patients or those with chronic diseases to eat more fresh produce? According to an article by Freshplaza, U.S. Program Prescribes […]
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If I took 50 random strangers to the grocery store and asked them to fill their basket with only nutritious, health-promoting foods, I bet they could do it. In other words, most people generally know what’s “healthy.” Or good for them. If that’s true, why are so many people sick from chronic preventable diseases? Why […]
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An easy plant based breakfast recipe for anyone who follows a plant based diet or wants to eat more plants. I’m not 100% plant based but I am trying to eat more plant based meals. So keep an eye out this year for more plant based recipes 🙂 I have a few already (Plant Based […]
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Water makes up about two-thirds of your body weight, and a person cannot survive without water for more than a few days. Every cell, organ and tissue in the body depends on water. It plays very important roles, for instance: It helps maintain the balance of body fluids.It regulates and maintains body temperature.It lubricates your […]
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If you have high cholesterol or are worried about getting it in the future, rest assured that there are lifestyle changes you can make to help turn your health around. Starting a heart healthy diet is one of the best things you can do to start feeling better, and we’ve rounded up 30 days of […]
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Cilantro Cilantro can be grown in pots or in gardens. It is a versatile herb that can be used in a variety of recipes. It is particularly tasty in salsas and dips. Just because you pick off some cilantro to use doesn’t mean you should toss out the plant. Just give it some time, and […]
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Water Staying hydrated helps us digest faster and easier. A big part of your body is made of water. So, it’s rather obvious that water should help, fight constipation! I recommended that you drink 1 liter of water early in the morning. This will help wash down food that is left in your system to […]
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1) Baking Soda and Warm WaterMix one teaspoon of baking soda in a quarter cup of warm water. Drink it up quickly so it works fast. This will relieve constipation pain and will get things moving. 2) Hydrate, Hydrate, HydrateBeing dehydrated can make you constipated. So, you’ll want to drink lots of water to stay […]
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Garlic Nutritional FactsGarlic cloves have amazingly high levels of vitamins and minerals. Just 100 g provides (in % of recommended daily allowance): 95% of vitamin B-638% of vitamin C13% of iron18% of calcium80% of manganese22% Phosphorus Consuming it raw have myriads of health benefits and it works as a powerful medicine– There are many uses […]
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The habit of drinking water immediately after waking up in the morning offers amazing therapeutic effects for various health conditions. This water therapy originates from the ancient Ayurvedic medicine, and it was known as Usha Paana Chikitsa, which roughly translates to, “early morning water treatment.” This treatment was known to purify the entire body, cleanse […]
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Total cholesterol is only part of the picture.When you get your bloodwork results back, there’s a good chance you focus on your total cholesterol, zeroing in on that one number. However, Dr. Mattina says what’s more important than total cholesterol is understanding each of the different components that make up that score. “You really have […]
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Whether it was brought on by arthritis, nerve damage, bending the wrong way, or lifting something a little too heavy, lower back pain can be frustrating to deal with. But if you’re struggling, know that most people experience back pain at some point in their lives, and it’s one of the most common reasons people […]
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Sore throat symptoms can be rough. Your saliva goes down like sandpaper, every cough makes you wince, and the only thing you can think about is making that lump in the back of your throat go away. But to ease the pain, you need to understand what’s causing your sore throat in the first place: […]
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Anyone with high blood pressure, of course, should consult with a physician before starting to use alternative remedies. Happily, though, most people with readings from 130/85 (high normal blood pressure) to 159/99 (the upper range of mild high blood pressure) can safely be treated with alternative methods, says Chris Meletis, dean of the National College […]
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