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Juicing: Nutrition IV

There are a variety of detoxification methods in the marketplace today, but I believe that juicing is the most effective and sustainable way to keep your liver, skin and organs happy. Juicing is the process of extracting the natural liquids, vitamins and minerals from raw fruits and vegetables. I call juicing a “Nutrition IV,” because the nutrients go...

Post on Mon, Dec 12, 2022 by Teri Cochrane

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Juicing: Nutrition IV
Traveling? Sleep Tips for a Better Night's Sleep When You're on the Road

Traveling? Sleep Tips for a Better Night's Sleep When You're on the Road

Whether it's for work or pleasure, or because it's the holidays and there is family you haven't seen since last December, sleeping away from your own bed can pose some sleep challenges. Having a regular bedtime routine...

Post on Tue, Dec 06, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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Soy and Your Health

Soy and Your Health

Soy products offer a wide array of health benefits. Eating whole soy foods may reduce the risk of breast cancer and several other types of cancer, fibroids, and even inflammation. Soy is...

Post on Mon, Dec 05, 2022 by Dr. Neal Barnard

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Relieving Acid Reflux

Relieving Acid Reflux

Many people experience heartburn pain on a regular basis, where acid refluxes up into the esophagus causes a burning sensation in the chest. Additional symptoms can include a sour taste in the mouth, chronic cough, hoarseness, and...

Post on Tue, Nov 29, 2022 by Margo Gladding

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A New Strategy for Protecting Your Heart

A New Strategy for Protecting Your Heart

Guest blogger: David StouderVillage Green Apothecary Staff The "cholesterol theory of heart disease," or "cholesterol hypothesis," is the leading theory to explain the cause of atherosclerosis. The "cholesterol hypothesis"...

Post on Mon, Nov 28, 2022 by Village Green Nutrition Team

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Tips to Stay Healthy While Traveling During the Holidays

Tips to Stay Healthy While Traveling During the Holidays

It's a busy time of year for many of us, and while traveling should be relaxing and enjoyable, unfortunately it can also be hard on your body. Recycled air on flights can...

Post on Wed, Nov 16, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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Optimize Gut Health With a Plant-Based Diet

Optimize Gut Health With a Plant-Based Diet

A plant-based diet can improve health and prevent disease by feeding the good bacteria in your digestive tract. Trillions of bacteria live in your digestive tract and play an important role in health. Of the thousands of...

Post on Tue, Nov 15, 2022 by Dr. Neal Barnard

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4 Delicious Recipes to Enjoy at Thanksgiving

4 Delicious Recipes to Enjoy at Thanksgiving

It's less than 2 weeks until Thanksgiving. Whether you are vegan, vegetarian or enjoy a traditional turkey, we are serving up some of our favorite recipes on our Thanksgiving menu. Not only are they delicious, they are also healthy(ish)! Village Green...

Post on Mon, Nov 14, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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Stress Affects More Than You Think!

Stress Affects More Than You Think!

Stress can have an impact on our overall health and well-being. Our bodies release hormones in times of stress. You may know this as the "fight or flight" response. The body shifts all its energy and resources towards...

Post on Wed, Nov 09, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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Taking a Natural Approach to Pink Eye

Taking a Natural Approach to Pink Eye

Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is a common eye infection that is affecting many this cold/flu/covid/RSV season and it isn’t pretty. Pink eye is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, a clear membrane that covers the outermost layer...

Post on Tue, Nov 08, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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