Are you curious about all the types of sugar? Are they created equally? Many sweeteners, including white sugar, high fructose corn syrup, or raw sugar, are added to food as they are processed or prepared. The truth is, no matter the distinct flavor and degree, they are a pure source of carbohydrates and add calories […]
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Dry skin can make your face look old prematurely and can result in earlier wrinkles. Do this once or twice a week until moisture levels are boosted. 1. Exfoliate: using your gentle facial scrub, rub the skin in a circular motion. Concentrate on areas like the nose and forehead. Some scrubs can dry the skin,
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Impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction, is the inability to achieve or sustain an erection that enables penetration and satisfactory $e*u@l relations. This problem is relatively common, 50% of all men over the age of 40 experience it at some time or another. There are a number of reasons for impotence, ranging from physical problems
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The ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui, which means wind and water, is based on the principle of creating a positive environment in the home, or office, by obtaining a good flow of chi,the meaning of which is: the force of energy that drives the universe, and therefore yourself. Feng Shui has become a popular
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Incontinence is an involuntary loss of bladder control, leading to unplanned leaking of urine. It can be embarrassing and awkward, especially with stress incontinence, because it can occur when coughing, sneezing, or making sudden movements. Stress incontinence becomes more common as people get older, especially in women. Sudden release of urine, from a few drops
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Have you heard about this? Infestation of worms in the digestive system is common throughout the world, particularly in young children. Worms can sometimes be seen around the anus or in the feces, and they inflame the area of the bowel or rectum where they attach themselves. The most common worms in humans in the
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Severe or throbbing pain around a tooth, sensitivity to extremes of temperature, red, swollen gums and bleeding when brushing or flossing are some of the symptoms before this annoying ache appears in your mouth. Most toothaches are caused by dental decay, gingivitis, (gum disease) or an abscess, often due to poor dental hygiene. If your
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Menopause marks the end of menstruation, which happens at around the age of 50. There can be disorientating side effects such as hot flashes and memory loss. Clary sage is a great mood enhancer and also balances the hormones, place a few drops on to a handkerchief and inhale as required throughout the day. To
Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Dementia Dementia is characterized by emotional, mental, and physical deterioration caused by damage to the brain. Symptoms of dementia can develop suddenly or slowly over a long period of time, and the risk of dementia increases as you get older. The symptoms of dementia include: Difficulty concentrating and planning things Memory
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You can trick your body into burning calories more efficiently, here are some ways you can revive and boost your metabolism. Never skip breakfast!Your metabolism slows every time you don’t eat breakfast, sending the body into ‘hoarding mode,’ your body thinks it is starving because you’re going a long period of time without food. Leave
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Low iron levels in the blood can cause feelings of weakness, dizziness, and fainting. You have anemia when you have too few red blood cells or too little hemoglobin in your blood. This is most likely caused by an iron deficiency, but can also be due to a deficiency in vitamin B12 or folate. Anemia
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Infertility is defined as the inability to achieve a pregnancy after at least a year of trying. It affects more than 20% of North American couples. Experts cannot explain why the infertility rate has almost doubled in the last 25 years, but at least three factors stand out: the growing trend for couples to delay
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Celiac disease, also known as celiac sprue or non-tropical sprue, is a disorder that typically becomes apparent when young children start eating food containing wheat, rye, barley, and other cereal grains. The problem is caused by gliadin, one of the proteins collectively known as gluten, found in these grains. Gliadin combines with antibodies in the
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Prostate cancer may seem inevitable for some men; in fact, it’s the most common type of cancer in men.Growing evidence suggests that you can dramatically reduce the risk of this cancer, and slow its progression if you already have it, simply by making moderate changes in your diet. Most prostate cancers are slow-growing; with early
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There is nothing better than a foot rub if you can find a friend or partner to give your aching, sweaty feet a treat, after you apply the following remedies of course. It is important that you are conscious that your feet are the natural habitat of millions of bacteria, which thrive on your sweat
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Lupus remains one of medicine’s biggest mysteries. Medical researchers don’t fully understand what triggers this autoimmune disease, but it’s thought to develop when specific genes that predispose someone to lupus interact with environmental factors, like common viruses. The immune system becomes misdirected and produces antibodies that target the body’s tissues and organs, as these antibodies,
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Most of us know vitamins are essential to our bodies, but many times we don’t know what they actually do, or take them as seriously as we should. We should reach for the foods that give us what we need, as our diet is the most powerful and accessible tool for a healthy life. It
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Greek yogurt has managed its way onto refrigerator shelves everywhere, mainly because it is strained extensively to remove much of the liquid whey, lactose, and sugar, giving it its thick consistency. It can actually pack up to double the protein, while cutting sugar content by half. There is no surprise as to how in the
