Apr 24th 2017
Many diabetes myths exist about what sorts of food are safe for diabetics to eat and which ones they should stay away from at all costs. Such care and concern are understandable. People with diabete…
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Apr 21st 2017
Berberine is an alkaloid found in a variety of plants, most notably a group of shrubs known as Berberis. It is a compound with a prominent place in traditional Chinese medicine dating back centuries.…
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Apr 20th 2017
As a spice that adds a delicious kick to almost any entrée, cayenne can be a food connoisseur's best friend. As a medicinal herb with a history that dates back about 9,000 years, cayenne's capa…
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Apr 19th 2017
No one is immune to an upset stomach, also known as nausea. Many things can make our stomach turn or give us that overall icky feeling, like we're about to throw up. It could be something we ate, preg…
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Apr 17th 2017
Many of us, perhaps even most of us, are vigilant and diligent when it comes to using vitamins and supplements to enhance our health and enjoyment of life. It's also incumbent on us to exercise equal…
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Apr 14th 2017
It's the name of a nutrient we've heard for years, but it's something of an unknown for anyone who hasn't had it recommended to them by a doctor. It sounds like, but is not to be confused with, Anacin…
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Apr 13th 2017
Get your motor running. Those were the opening lyrics of a 1960's hit song by Steppenwolf and the message is just as relevant today. It's especially true when it comes to burning calories and fat if y…
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Apr 12th 2017
It's got a strange name, but one thing about St. John's Wort is that it's not an antidote for those skin bumps that, according to childhood myth, appear after you handle a toad. It is actually an herb…
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Apr 10th 2017
As much as an annoyance honeybees can be when buzzing around backyard barbecues, there's no denying what they can bring to the lunch or dinner table. It's not just the sweet honey, either, with its tr…
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Apr 7th 2017
Mushrooms have been around a long time in the culinary world, and for good reason. They are tasty and go with about anything. In ancient times, they were reserved for royalty (in Egypt), and Romans we…
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Apr 6th 2017
As the school year hits the home stretch, high schoolers and college students focus on preparing for a final classroom push and end-of-semester exams. This is the time of year many students, ambitious…
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Apr 4th 2017
Constipation is an aggravating, uncomfortable condition that can creep up on you. One day you're feeling fine; a day or two later you are bloated and feeling abdominal discomfort or pain. It's then yo…
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