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Inflammation & Weightloss

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Written by Virginia Parsons, MS, CCHT, CTLC, NC It may surprise you to learn that inflammation and obesity are closely related. How exactly does inflammation relate to the obesity epidemic our country is currently experiencing?  Two-thirds of Americans have weight challenges, and 3.8 million Americans weigh over 300 pounds. More than 50 percent of Americans are chronically inflamed, but few are aware of it. Understanding what causes inflammation and how to alleviate it is a major key to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Healthy Tips, Natural Health, Natural Solutions, Nutrition Tagged With: dietary, hormones, low glycemic, probiotic

Perk Up! With 8 Energy-Generating Foods

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Written by Jamie Agee You feel like you can’t win—whether you get six hours of sleep or eight, you sip down your morning caffeine fix only to find yourself struggling to keep your eyes open and your brain in operation mode before the morning ever really starts. The problem may not be in the amount of sleep you’re getting, but rather in the food you’re putting into your body. Just as there are many foods that can bring your day to a grinding halt, there are a variety of options that can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Conscious Health, Family Health, Nutrition Tagged With: dietary, energy

Nutrition and Oral Wellness

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By Tom Cornwell In last month’s installment we looked at Dr. Nara’s concept of there being seven factors in play for healthy and long-lasting teeth and gums. ‘Frame of Reference’ was the factor discussed in that article. Our new frame of reference should include the view that tooth and gum disease really can be prevented and in many cases, reversed – but not if left to the archaic maxim, “Brush after meals, avoid sweets and see your dentist twice a year.”  Since that advice has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental, Family Health, Nutrition, Raw Foods / Vegan Tagged With: dentistry, dietary, raw

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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By Carol Christian What is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) & what are the symptoms? IBS is a common intestinal disorder – oftentimes called colitis, or spastic colon/bowel. However, these terms are not accurate. IBS is characterized by a great deal of abdominal pain, cramps, gas and bloating, painful constipation and/or diarrhea. The effects of IBS can be anywhere from mildly annoying to disabling. What causes IBS? It is not known exactly what causes this disease, though the most likely … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Conscious Health, Detoxification, Family Health Tagged With: cleanse, colon, dietary

Animals Are Smarter Than Humans

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…when it comes to feeding their children Humans are the only species on the planet who actually go out of their way to feed their children JUNK. All other animals instinctively seek out the best nutrition they can find. Birds find grubs, worms and insects to feed their young, honeybees painstakingly collect pollen and create a nutrient-rich superfood that gives rise to a living queen bee, and even dogs, cats and cows try to find the most nutrient-rich foods to offer their offspring. But … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Health, Kids' Corner, Pets Tagged With: animal, dietary, health

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)

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Restoring Order Through Diet, Posture, and Attitude “The best strategy for working with ADD often turns out to be a combination of enhanced nutritional support, the creation of a supportive and positively challenging atmosphere at home, and a more responsive learning situation at school.” -John Robbins It is currently estimated that about 8 million children have been labeled as having ADD since it was introduced in 1981. This is a large amount considering that there were only … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Alternative, Chiropractic, Family Health, Holistic Therapies Tagged With: ADD, chiropractors, dietary
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