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Carbs Are Not the Enemy... Mold Is

Now that I have your attention... Complex carbs are not the enemy. They are fantastic foods that support muscle movement and mental acuity. I define complex carbs as foods that contain soluble and insoluble fiber that is slow in converting to glucose. Examples are squash, pumpkin, non-mycotoxin beans, and certain low-sugar fruits such as papaya....

Post on Tue, Oct 11, 2022 by Teri Cochrane

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Carbs Are Not the Enemy... Mold Is
Learn About Long COVID: Symptoms & How to Manage

Learn About Long COVID: Symptoms & How to Manage

Over 600 million were affected by COVID-19 worldwide. And although many recover, we now know that the impact of COVID has long-lasting effects on many people even after “recovery.” This is known as...

Post on Tue, Oct 11, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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Addressing a Root Cause of Menstrual Pain: Inflammation

Addressing a Root Cause of Menstrual Pain: Inflammation

Menstrual pain, such as cramps, nausea, backache, headache, and digestive complaints can be a common experience for many women around the start of their period. These uncomfortable symptoms are most often caused by the...

Post on Mon, Oct 10, 2022 by Margo Gladding

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Mold-Heavy Foods

Mold-Heavy Foods

As leaves begin to fall, mold is on the rise. In the beautiful piles of autumn leaves, mold can be hiding, ready to trigger sensitivities. Mold spores can be present in...

Post on Wed, Oct 05, 2022 by Teri Cochrane

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10 Cancer-Fighting Foods

10 Cancer-Fighting Foods

When it comes to preventing and fighting cancer, anti-inflammatory foods are important. Adding nourishing foods full of healthy antioxidants is one of the easiest things you can do for yourself, if not the...

Post on Tue, Oct 04, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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Let's Beat Breast Cancer

Let's Beat Breast Cancer

A healthful diet and lifestyle can help you reduce your risk of breast cancer. That’s right. You can take four simple steps to make breast cancer less likely to start in...

Post on Mon, Oct 03, 2022 by Dr. Neal Barnard

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Dealing With Children's Allergies Naturally

Dealing With Children's Allergies Naturally

Allergies can be annoying, to say the least. But in some cases, they can also be debilitating and even deadly. And even more so in children. Allergies are hypersensitivity reactions to normally harmless substances. In allergic rhinitis, the...

Post on Wed, Sep 28, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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8 Reasons to Drink Green Tea

8 Reasons to Drink Green Tea

Green tea has many health benefits, including being high in antioxidants. The newest research on the benefits of drinking tea, including green tea, suggested that drinking at least four daily cups of black, green or Oolong tea lowered a...

Post on Tue, Sep 27, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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Spice Up Fall With These Vegan Pumpkin Recipes

Spice Up Fall With These Vegan Pumpkin Recipes

It's pumpkin spice season! From a pumpkin spice smoothie to spice pumpkin oatmeal to pumpkin spice muffins, we’ve got the recipes to satisfy your pumpkin spice cravings this autumn! And they are all packed with actual pumpkin – a nutrition powerhouse...

Post on Mon, Sep 26, 2022 by Dr. Neal Barnard

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First Aid Kit For Your Pets

First Aid Kit For Your Pets

Most people have a first aid kit that includes bandaids, gauze, antibiotic cream and alcohol. But if you have furry friends in the house, you should also think of their needs in preparing a...

Post on Wed, Sep 21, 2022 by Paula Gallagher

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