Sugar consumption in America is totally out of control. In 1997 Americans devoured 7.3 billion pounds of candy, spent 23.1 billion dollars on candy and gum, and ate an average of 6 regular size candy bars per week. This costs $54 billion annually to the dental industry. In 1915 the average sugar consumption was 15-20 […]
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Wow, I had no idea. The things I keep learning about how our bodies really work is amazing to me. I do believe this refers only to supplements, not to those eaten in the course of a healthy diet. A great poster and learning tool!
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When this fast was mentioned I immediately had a feeling of foreboding, I don’t know what I expected but I was wrong. This fast seems to be nutritionally sound, healthy, and does not tout itself as a magic cure-all, in fact, it’s primary use is to draw closer to God. I think if you are
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I hope you are all hanging in there, and leaving the extraneous sugar out of your diet. I was thinking about the grocery list, and because we are all so far apart and I have no idea what brands are available where you live, that makes me rather uncomfortable, I will however, give you some
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10 Foods That Burn Belly Fat: I thought this was a really cool video, I hope you like it too. I love learning about different foods and how they react in my body. Remember with these foods, the less processing the better, and try something new, you may be pleasantly surprised!
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As some of you know, I decided to kick processed sugar out of my life for a week, we have a stormy relationship at best, and I do blame many of my problems on that sweet addictiveness sugar has going on. I had a late night inspiration to see if anyone wanted to do it
Fruits are a delicious addition to any diet, but some are higher in sugar if you are watching sugar intake. Here are a few helpful suggestions, but if it comes to fruit or candy, eat the fruit! 1. Watermelon: A staple at summer barbecues, picnics and potlucks, watermelon is lower in fiber and higher in
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There are symptoms of overactive thyroid, underactive thyroid, and risk factors for thyroid cancer. A risk factor does not mean you will get cancer, it is simply a commonality of many patients. Most thyroid diseases are treatable, if you have these symptoms please see your health care professional.
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For many people their pets are members of the family, I myself have a grand furbaby. If the worst happens and you need to save a beloved pet, here is a great poster that shows you how. Good stuff to know, and I hope you never need it.
Over half a million people in the US suffer from this debilitating disease. This poster shows you what it is, what to look for, how to treat it. Presently there is no cure but there are medications to improve symptoms.
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We are all set and excited to start this tomorrow I hope! Remember, if you don’t want to do this, it is okay, if you do want to, I am tickled pink to have you on board. Remember we are eliminating as much processed sugar and high fructose corn syrup as possible, we are not
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Nature’s Pharmacy Did you know that some fruits, vegetables and nuts that you eat on a daily basis are shaped like the part of the body their good for!!! It’s really amazing how we can cure almost all the diseases out there by using natural remedies!!! Carrots Sliced Carrots look like the human eye! It’s
Winter is My Favorite I love winter. It conjures up visions of hot chocolate by a fire, family celebrations, snowmobiling, sledding, skiing, making snowmen, pretty snowflakes covering the world with glitter. The cool crisp air, the blue and white landscape, snow covered trees, and icicles hanging from eaves. I know it also includes scarping the
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Essential Water Water is extremely essential to the human body’s survival. A person can live for about a month without food, but can only survive a week without water. Water helps maintain healthy body weight by increasing metabolism and regulating appetite, it also helps increase energy levels. The most common cause of daytime fatigue is
Let me start off by saying I have been eating too much processed sugar, as I was deciding how long to do it and what exactly to cut, I was inspired to see if anyone was interested in joining, comfort in numbers! I was completely overwhelmed, and super excited, by the response… so now I
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On the Go Salads Bringing lunch to work can feel like a chore, it requires planning, getting up early to pack your lunch or remembering to prepare it before you go to be. It needs to be portable and it needs to be exciting, but it also can’t be smelly (you can’t bring odors in
Poor Decisions We all make them, when it comes to love, money, food, and exercise, every single one of us has made a decision or two that is… not as good as it could have been. A new study shows that this is an international phenomenon, and maps of the world show that our food
Menopause and Andropause Yes men go through something too! All about what to expect, and knowing what you can blame on natural changes! There are several things a Dr. or herbalist can recommend to allay symptoms, knowledge is power when it comes to your body. I highly recommend this to everyone, even if it’s years
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