[Last Updated: July 28th 2013] Essential oils can be very helpful to the healing process, and are a great part of holistic health care. This poster is amazing, it lists some of the top oils and what they are used for. My personal favorites are lavender, tea tree, and clove, but there are several others […]
I cannot say enough good things about meditation, it has changed my life, for the better. It’s great for reducing stress, helping alleviate pain, brings a sense of well-being, slows the heart rate, and many other wonderful things. I try to meditate every morning before my day is hit by stress, and again most evenings.
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How about using exercise to build your brain? The British Medical Journal published a new study that establish that short 10 to 40 minutes bursts of exercise led to an immediate boost in concentration and mental focus, likely by improving blood flow to the brain. It is very common to hear about how exercise can
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Another recipe for a delicious green juice! We all have different tastes, so having many different choices is of great benefit. This one includes kale and spinach with iron and fiber, an apple, parsley, celery, and a cucumber, makes my mouth water just thinking about it! The apple should provide enough sweetness, if you are
Did you know that different herbs and spices have meanings? I did not, I found this information fascinating. You can make your food more delicious and send a message as well, like adding nutmeg is for prosperity, attraction, and clairvoyance. Adding garlic is for protection and banishing. I hope you enjoy!
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Warning: This is going to be kind of a personal vent session. I am having trouble understanding why we teach classes to women on “How to Avoid Being Raped,” instead of teaching classes like “Don’t Be a Raping A-Hole.” We teach classes to our children on how to avoid bullying, how to handle bullying, without
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I am a huge supporter of B vitamins, with any chronic illness or pain they are essential, with a lot of stress they can literally change your life. Because I have Fibromyalgia I take 2 Super B Complex every morning, I know many people who wear a B patch, get injections, and take supplements. I
An aneurysm is a bulge in an artery that should not be there. Normal arterial walls are strong, muscular and thick, but occasionally a weak area will develop that causes it to bulge. These most commonly occur in the abdomen and brain and are very serious, they can result in stroke, coma, and death. The
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Just a gentle reminder while we are urging people to live without fast food for a week, for one small order of fries you can eat the same calories in 84 strawberries, not that I could eat 84 in one sitting! Plus the fruit is full of vitamins and fiber, which the fries are not.
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I eat fruit every morning, but not like this, this is amazing, and looks delicious! The benefits include increased energy, gentle colon cleansing, and lots of healthy fruit fiber in a filling satisfying dish. I think if I was to do this it would be a 2 part breakfast, I know I feel much better
Do you want to get rid of the toxic residue from your house by becoming even friendlier with our environment, also a good tip to save a couple of bucks? Have you ever heard about the effectiveness of good old vinegar as a cleaning agent and disinfectant? Vinegar is a popular household cleanser, effective for
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2 Miraculous Weight Loss Drinks RECIPE: 1 cup unsweetened 100% cranberry juice 7 cups purified water 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 3/4 Cup fresh squeezed orange juice (approx 3 oranges) 1/4 Cup fresh squeezed lemon juice (approx1-2 lemons) DIRECTIONS: Bring water to a boil; add cranberry juice,
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Melanin is a pigment that determines the color of your hair and skin and is also very important to your skin’s health, because it protects your skin from the harmful effects of sunlight. Make sure you consume the right foods that provide your body with nutrients used to make melanin. According to the University of
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For the millions of people who suffer from eczema, sometimes the cure is as bad as the disease itself. Quite often prescription creams and ointments include substances that are harmful to the skin, and make the problem worse rather than better. One ingredient that can be quite harmful to your skin is sodium laurel sulphate
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These are awesome back exercises to get your back and shoulders ready for sundresses and summer tops, plus you can do them in the comfort of your own home without any special equipment. Trust me, you will feel it working! Give it a try for a week, or a month, see the difference!
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According to a study published in Proceeding of the National Academy of Sciences, green tea extract, especially EGCG, a powerful antioxidant, prevents the formation of proteins called metal-associated amyloids, associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative conditions. Green tea contains between 30-40% of water-extractable polyphenols, with benefits reported for reducing the risk of Alzheimer and
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Tea tree oil is one of those things you probably keep hearing about, but may not be sure what to do with it. I started off using it on my facial sores from fibro, and I like how it works and how it smells. You can also use it for acne, bad breath, nail fungus,
Ever wonder what your favorite colors say about you? Why if you pick one shade of green over another it can totally change the feel of a room? The psychology of color is here to help. If you are going for a certain feel for a room, you can choose coordinating colors in the thoughts
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