Post Tagged with: "health"

Ten Pesticide-laden Fruits and Vegetables to Avoid.

May 7, 2013 1:15 PM2 comments
Ten Pesticide-laden Fruits and Vegetables to Avoid.

Any scientific advancement, however marvellous it is, can take on Pandora’s Box qualities if left unchecked. As far as the agricultural industries are concerned, pesticides are helping to feed the world by keeping yields high and prices down. But this is only half of the story. Pesticides are not generally [...]

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What Makes a Food a Superfood

April 27, 2013 8:30 AM0 comments
What Makes a Food a Superfood

If you have ever walked down the aisles of your grocery store wondering what exactly a superfood is, you are not alone. It seems like every variety of food these days is being touted as a superfood, making it hard to understand the real nutritional characteristics of this food category. [...]

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The Health and Sustainability Issues of Eating Fish

March 18, 2013 9:14 PM0 comments
The Health and Sustainability Issues of Eating Fish

Fish, shellfish and other marine animals have been an important part of the human diet throughout human history, providing vital nutrients and shaping much of our approach to food. The ocean’s incredible diversity has even influenced the evolution of entire societies. Today, as science learns more about how we benefit [...]

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Mesothelioma and Asbestos

January 16, 2013 6:22 PM0 comments
Asbestos inhalation is the biggest cause of mesothelioma

If you have contracted mesothelioma, then you have a type of lung cancer which affects the cells lining your lungs. These cells are called the mesothelium, which is where the illness gets its name. This illness just does not occur naturally. At some point you must have breathed in some [...]

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Green ways of losing weight

December 28, 2012 1:53 PM0 comments
Going for a walk with friends - a very green way to lose weight.

Losing weight has become a very major concern among so many people. Most people have embraced different weight loss methods some of which will never work while others will provide just a temporary solution. For example, people who go for dieting in their bid to lose weight may achieve their [...]

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Unique Natural Toothpaste Alternatives

November 27, 2012 9:30 AM0 comments
Unique Natural Toothpaste Alternatives

You only get one set of adult teeth in your lifetime. It’s important to take good care of your teeth to ensure that they stay healthy and strong for many years. However, many people don’t like using the toothpaste brands that are available to them. Some people have sensitive teeth, [...]

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Growing for Beauty: Natural Skin Care Products You Can Plant in Your Garden

November 23, 2012 11:01 AM1 comment
is highly regarded for its effectiveness against various skin ailments such as irritation, sunburn, inflammation

We all wish for a beautiful Garden which reflects sunshine and gives a mesmerizing window view. So much so, that even those having box sized gardens (like me) try their best to grow as many beautiful plants as possible and enjoy the green effect. But what if I say that effective gardening can improve your skin care routine? [...]

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Your Shoes Could Be Killing You

November 6, 2012 11:57 AM0 comments
Your Shoes Could Be Killing You

How long has it been since you kicked your shoes off and went barefoot in the grass? Does that idea sound silly, maybe even irresponsible? In our modern, hyper-busy world, the praise goes to the one who wears the most expensive shoes, not to the free soul who doesn’t wear [...]

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Natural Respiratory Treatments

October 3, 2012 10:42 PM0 comments
Tai Chi is an all natural way to improved breathing.

Natural Respiratory Treatments Whether it is allergies, asthma, COPD, bronchitis, or another respiratory problem, not being able to breathe can seriously mess with your life. All the same, maybe you don’t want to pump your body full of weird chemicals that don’t even seem to always work. Some of them [...]

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5 of the Best Brain Foods

August 9, 2012 5:45 AM0 comments
5 of the Best Brain Foods

Everyone is aware of the importance of a healthy diet to encourage high levels of energy, maintain good health generally and make sure that the rigours of each day can be endured. The importance of maintaining a diet that is rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, fish and lean [...]

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