functional food
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The lymphatic system is one of our most under-appreciated body parts. While most people are aware that the blood coursing through their veins is an essential for life, few realize that the lymph system is equally essential. While our blood carries oxygen and nutrients across the body, the lymph system serves to help carry out […]
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One of my favorite vegetables of all time is broccoli. In my family, growing up we simply called them “trees”, and enjoyed pretending to be giants when eating them. But, little did I know what amazing things my little trees were doing for my body! It’s no secret that they’re healthy, but just how healthy? […]
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There are many different types of fat out there, some of which come with a wide spectrum of health benefits. One specific type of fat that is proving to be extremely beneficial for our bodies is medium chain triglycerides (MCT). One specific benefit is MCT’s ability to help you lose weight. Fats are not usually […]
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Hemp oil is high in fatty acids and has a composition similar to skin lipids. It makes a superb natural moisturizer, excellent for dehydrated skin and nails. It is said to increase skin elasticity and water retention capacity and it is safe to apply directly onto the skin. Combined with proteins, lipids (fats) form a […]
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The cucumber is the fourth most cultivated vegetable in the world. What most people don’t know is that aside from being a culinary staple, this vegetable is also one of nature’s most fascinating superfoods. Here are some of the amazing health benefits of cucumbers: Hydrates and regulates temperature. Like watermelons, cucumbers are 95% water. Eating cucumbers keeps the body […]
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I have suffered from mild tension headaches since I can remember, and I experienced my first optical migraine when I was in fourth grade. I was completely blinded in my right eye, and had very limited vision in my left. The pain was intense, and nauseating. The ruthless headaches persisted, as a result of hormones […]
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Hemp oil is becoming known for its overall health and anti-cancer properties, and for being one of the most perfect, whole foods that anyone can consume. The fact that it’s so high in so many vital, and essential nutrients makes me wonder why I haven’t incorporated it into my diet sooner! It’s got loads of […]
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I have recently made it a habit to check every label before consuming a product, which has led me to some significant research and conclusions about the way we eat here in America. If I had a penny for every time I asked myself “What the heck is that?” after reading a list of indecipherable […]
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Hemp is one of the most valuable sources of protein available to man. It’s important to source the best quality hemp protein powder or seeds for optimal health. Besides providing benefits such as increased energy, an improved immune system and an improved metabolism, hemp provides plenty of other ways to a better quality of life. […]
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If you’re looking for another reason to drink cherry juice, look no further. A new study from Northumbria University, Newcastle, found that Montmorency cherry juice is just as effective at lowering high blood pressure as medication. The results of the study, published in the The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, discovered that men with early hypertension, […]
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Even among marijuana reform advocates, misunderstandings on the actual therapeutic value of the cannabis plant exist. Often, marijuana is grouped together with cigarettes, hard drugs and alcohol, as a less harmful vice. The truth is, unlike these other substances, marijuana actually improves the mind and enhances the way people think and process information, as shown in […]
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So, you’ve determined that your body needs a detox. But how do you go about it? There are so many ways, some of them being unsafe. The best and safest way to start out, in my opinion, is to incorporate foods that naturally detox the body into your diet! No starving and surviving on only […]
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Have you ever taken a look inside your medicine cabinet, and wondered which medications you were taking that are really necessary, and which could be easily replaced by a natural remedy? Many Americans are beginning to do this, and are finding that often they are able to replace multiple medications with just one natural supplement, […]
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More and more people are turning to marijuana for illnesses, pain relief and insomnia. Mostly, medical marijuana is processed and made into an oil, which has psychoactive properties if it is high in THC and this is the same when consuming processed cannabis edibles. Many find that raw and juiced marijuana has amazing health benefits. […]
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Good health has been in the spotlight lately, and it seems people everywhere are starting to take preventative measures against diseases that are plaguing our society. One of the best ways to do this is to juice! Not just a “weight loss fad” anymore, juicing has a whole bunch of health benefits just waiting to […]
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