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Vitamin D Deficiency

Vitamin D Deficiency [Infographic]

The majority of our population is deficient in vitamin D (levels measured below 32 ng/ml). This vital nutrient deficiency can increase your risk of many issues including osteoporosis and multiple sclerosis. In addition, an increased risk for strokes, diabetes (types 1 and 2), depression, breast and colon cancer, heart disease, gum disease, asthma, depression, rickets [...]

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Essential Fatty Acid Deficiency

Essential Fatty Acid Deficiency – Effects, Symptoms & Sources of Omega 3′s {Infographic}

Most people (99%) don’t get enough omega 3′s, an essential fatty acid that is crucial to our survival. These fatty acids are essential because our bodies don’t actually make them on our own. Omega 3 essential fatty acids (EPA and DHA) are what help support brain health and prevent cancer, heart disease and many other [...]

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5 Tips to Help You Stick To Your Exercise Plan

5 Tips To Help You Stick To Your Exercise Plan

At the start of every year thousands of Americans vow to get in better shape… But after a only a few weeks, or maybe even months at the gym, many fall off the exercise bandwagon and go back to living a sedentary lifestyle. This pattern repeats year after year, and according to the Centers for [...]

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The Truth About Fluoride Infographic

The Truth About Fluoride {Infographic}

The dental carries prevention myth, regarding fluoride as benefit to our teeth, is one of the best lies of all time. Fluoride is in no way good for our teeth, in fact it is the reason we see discolored spots or small holes on people’s teeth, known as fluorosis. But the damage fluoride has on our [...]

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Do you have leaky gut syndrome?

Is Your Gut Leaking?

It’s been a long time coming, but “leaky gut syndrome” is finally getting a little more attention; however, there’s a lot more educating to be done! Holistic physician Dr. Andrew Weil, MD, has a helpful definition of leaky gut. Leaky gut syndrome is not generally recognized by conventional physicians, but evidence is accumulating that it [...]

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What do I do about restless legs syndrome

What to Do About Restless Legs Syndrome

Restless Legs Syndrome can be very problematic for adults and even children, too. The Facts About Restless Legs Syndrome: It affects up to 10% of the population. There are more than 5 million people who suffer from the more moderate or severe forms of RLS. Twice as many women suffer from RLS as men. More than [...]

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Why Acure Organics Personal Care Products Rock!

Honestly, I started using Acure Organics’ Moroccan Argan Stem Cell Shampoo & Conditioner because I liked the look of their bottles. I’m a designer – what can I say!? But, when I realized it was the only shampoo & conditioner around that doesn’t use water as a first ingredient, I was sold! Actually, Acure doesn’t [...]

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Homeopathy Works!

Homeopathic Remedies are made from plants, animals and minerals. These substances are prepared by a process of repeated dilution and shaking, which makes them capable of stimulating the healing process. Remedies are given to stimulate the whole body to heal itself. Homeopathy acts on an energetic level, therefore it has a broad effect; shifting mental, [...]

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Detox has weight loss benefits

How Detox Helps You Lose Weight

Your body uses fat to protect itself from toxins. The more toxins you accumulate, the more fat you have. Carrie Louise Daenell, ND wrote a great article, featured on the American Association of Naturopathic Physicans website, explaining how toxins make you fat. When you carry toxins—excess stress hormone and inflammation—your body seeks to protect you [...]

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