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Seth Cleverley Gout is a very painful form of arthritis that is caused when a build-up up of uric acid is deposited in your body tissue. Sharp mon...

People who suffer with symptoms, such as constipation, bloating, backache, headache, fatigue or a bloated abdomen can benefit from eating foods that flush the toxins from their body that cause these discomforts. These symptoms only get worse, until something is done to rid the gastrointestinal tract of any built up wastes and toxins...

We lose about two quarts per day through perspiration, urination and respiration....Mild dehydration, which increases with age due to declining kidney function, hormonal changes, and a loss of our sense of thirst can impair alertness, concentration and cognitive function...

Lately we've been getting a great deal of inquiries asking for additional information on one of our most popular products, Serrapeptase. Here is some additional information as provided by the manufacturer...

Choline is an essential nutrient your body needs in order to keep cell membranes healthy and to help process brain chemicals used in memory. Although your body can make some choline on its own, you still need to get more from your diet. A choline deficiency can actually be dangerous and lead to variety of potentially serious health problems.

Vitamin B6, GABA, L-Theanine, Lemon Balm and Hops are synergistic ingredients in the Pure Encapsulations Best Rest Formula, making this the most complete formula available. I also recommend Zenbev, a clinically proven sleep formula that contains a natural source of L-Tryptophan...

White tea appears to have both antibacterial and antiviral properties. Studies have shown that an extract of white tea not only can prevent the growth of some bacteria and viruses, it also may increase the ability of the immune system to fight off viral and bacterial infections...

They are delicious, refreshing fruits that taste great in water or when added to certain dishes. As it turns out, they are also great for your body! Here are twelve different ways in which eating lemons and limes might improve and extend your life...

Whether you can't fall asleep when you go to bed or regularly wake up in the middle of the night, several dietary and herbal supplements can be effective sleep aids. Also, sleep-promoting habits can arm you in the fight against insomnia...

Flax oil is the most significant botanical source of omega-3 fatty acids, containing around 56% ALA per unit of volume in the oil pressed from the seeds. Derived from a plant, flax oil is considered the ideal choice for vegetarians or those on restricted diets...

The thought of losing one's vision can be frightening, as vision loss most commonly occurs as a person ages. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in the United States and occurs in people 55 and over. There are steps people can take to keep their eyes healthy and reduce the risk of vision loss.

To prevent the diseases of aging (cancer, cardiovascular disease, dementia and immune system dysfunction) Bruce Ames, PhD, has proven that there are about 40 essential nutrients required daily for optimum health, and that any single nutrient missing from the diet results in DNA and chromosomal damage...

Anne Radcliff Brain fog and memory loss are frustrating experiences that can cause serious problems in your life. The inability to think clearly, r...

Aging is not the result of passing time; it is the result of what we are exposed to physically, environmentally, and chemically. The integrity of our cells, not our clocks, is what determines how smoothly the aging process will ultimately fare...

More and more cooks are discovering the benefits of using digital kitchen scales to measure ingredients when they are cooking or baking. The advantages of using digital scales include greater accuracy in measurement, faster preparation time, and more consistent results...

The immune system is the major system in the body that protects against foreign substances such as microorganisms. As a component of the immune system, the gastrointestinal tract, or GI tract, plays an important role in the body's immune response to foreign substances...

The basic model of Ankarsrum Assistent includes the seven litre stainless steel bowl, dough mixer, bowl scraper, spatula, yeast lock dough hook, and a dual whisk with a separate 3.5 litre bowl. We will now show you how to put together the Assistent and how you can combine the different tools...

Tracy S. Morris During the winter months, changing weather can increase your chances to catch cold. However, cooler weather itself may not be the p...

Austen Twain The fact that coconut oil is good for health tends to surprise many people. The reason: it is believed to raise blood cholesterol and...

when it comes to health benefits, chili peppers offer some of the following: increase the body’s calorie-burning potential, stimulate digestion, reduce the risk for blood clot formation, clear congestion due to common colds and coughs, and possibly provide pain relief. Also, chili peppers have a high level of vitamin C...

If you are unable to eat dairy products or you follow a vegan or restricted diet, it can be challenging to get enough vitamin D through the foods you eat. Fortunately, there are a few foods ...as well as other sources of this essential vitamin. Here are seven ways to get enough vitamin D from non-dairy sources...

Phosphates are added to packaged pastries, cookies, buns, energy drinks and soft drinks, and they're naturally found in some meat and dairy products, especially processed meats. Phosphates are used to thicken packaged foods and make them look and taste better. What's concerning is the effect they have on your health when you get too much...

Cutting edge research has shown that the molecule Nitric Oxide (NO) has a wide array of beneficial effects on the body. This research has revealed a new pathway to increase NO levels.... Taking nitrate containing supplements can be a very effective way to harness the health-boosting powers of foods like beetroot this premise forms the basis of the NOx 3,2,1 family of products...

Food intolerances or allergies can affect us at any age. They can be caused by enzyme deficiencies or by an immune system response. When food is digested the body’s immune system reacts to certain foods by creating higher levels of Immunoglobulin G antibodies that can be detected in the blood...

For certain people, a high-protein diet could pose health risks. Since protein is broken down to urea and excreted by the kidneys, a high-protein diet places additional stress on the kidneys...