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Letting the Body Heal: Why Quick-Fix Cold & Flu Drugs Actually Hurt Us

The human body is designed to function, and function well. It is a complex system of nerves, muscles, bones, organs and trillions of very smart cells that all have a job to do. Some are house cleaners, some are in the repair business, some are in communications, and some are in the development department. Continue reading


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Immunity Begins in the Belly, Not Over-the-Counter

We often talk about illness and disease as being something out of our control. Like we are unwilling victims of … Keep Reading


Gut Bugs Now Boost Bone Density?

When we hear the word bacteria we often conjure up images of bad bugs. However, not all bacteria are bad. The majority of the bacteria found in the human digestive tract is responsible for upholding the health of the immune system. Unfortunately, our immune system is under a major attack from environmental toxins, prescription antibiotics and the massive amounts of denatured food we consume. Pesticides in the food and chlorine in our water, along with antibiotics we may take when we are sick slowly kill off the healthy bacteria. Once this happens the body can no longer defend itself and we become infected by unwanted microorganisms and parasites. Continue reading


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Music as Medicine?

You’ve probably heard the term food as medicine, but did you know that music offers healing powers too? It’s been proven to ease pain, relieve stress and improve overall well-being, inspiring a program known as “Musicians on Call.” Continue reading


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5 Belly Fat Burning, Cancer Fighting, Immune Boosting Seeds

Seeds can provide one of the biggest bangs for your buck when it comes to nutrition. Packed full of vitamins, minerals, fiber and essential fatty acids, many people are beginning to realize the importance of adding seeds to their diet, including increased energy, an improved digestive system and overall better health. Continue reading


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Lemongrass: A Delicious Ancient Remedy

Lemongrass, a native plant of Southeast Asia and Africa, has long been hailed by chefs for its succulent lemon-like aroma. This razor-bladed grass is especially prevalent in Thai cuisine. Aside from the joy it brings to the taste buds, lemongrass is a powerful cure-all. In Indian Ayurvedic and Chinese medicines, it has been a staple ingredient in medicinal teas since ancient times. Continue reading


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The Incredible Benefits of Marine Phytoplankton

Marine Phytoplankton is a unique, live ultra-nutrient rich product similar to foods like chlorella and spirulina in that all three have been on our planet for billions of years. It’s likely to be the next biggest thing when it comes to superfoods, so if you haven’t heard about it until now, expect to be hearing a lot more in the near future. Continue reading


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Can Vitamin D Reduce Infections in Your Respiratory Tract?

Vitamin D is an essential vitamin/hormone that the body gets from sunlight, diet and certain supplements. Over half of Americans do not receive enough vitamin D because they do not spend enough time in the sun, and eat a lot of processed foods, which lack the proper nutrients. Continue reading


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4 Sources of Probiotics to Boost Your Immune System

In this cold and flu season you might want to turn to some little bugs for some additional immune help. Probiotics are a phenomenal source for boosting the immune system. By boosting your immune system, your body is able to fight off illnesses, and it improves your overall health. Continue reading


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Study Shows Antibiotics Ineffective for Most Coughs

With the cough and flu season upon us, the results from a recent research study published in the December 19 issue of the British medical journal Lancet of Infectious Diseases is extremely timely. In the study, researchers examined the effectiveness of amoxicillin with coughs, which is the most commonly prescribed medication for upper respiratory infections. Continue reading


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