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Many health trends come and go, but some actually prove to be worth the hype surrounding them. This is the case of a just emerging health and fitness technique known as vibration therapy (also called whole body vibration). Like so many other holistic practices, vibration therapy is new— but also not new. The benefits are … Read more
If you’ve never heard of amla, also known as Indian Gooseberry, you’re not alone. However, this small, tart fruit from southeast Asia has been cherished in Ayurvedic medicine for eons. In more recent years, it has been gaining mass attention from nutrition experts and researchers alike, and for good reason. Amla is packed with antioxidants, … Read more
One of the biggest threats to the health of our skin is sun damage. Beyond the painful short-term damage of burns and blisters, harmful UV sun rays can do even more damage to your skin in the long term, causing premature aging, wrinkles, and even skin cancer. Using a safe sunblock product and wearing protective … Read more
The term “superfood” is thrown around rather casually these days. However, there’s one natural ingredient that certainly merits the term and your close attention: black cumin seed oil. (Also known as black seed oil.) Read on more to discover why the likes of modern scientists, Egyptian queens, Ayurvedic doctors, and health enthusiasts love the universally … Read more
You’re probably familiar with seeds like flax and chia as incredibly healthy foods, but hemp seeds are more of a new kid on the block. It’s actually impressive how many benefits of hemp seeds have already been documented, since they haven’t been the subject of as many studies. A long-time ban on hemp products in … Read more
Good quality sleep is needed for good health. Not only does it keep you alert and focused while you’re awake, your body needs this critical rest period to heal itself. The magic sleep number for adults is between 7-9 hours each night. Unfortunately, research on sleep patterns indicates that not only are many adults not … Read more
Flaxseeds are one of the oldest cultivated foods to be used for their health-promoting benefits and absolutely deserve a spot at the top of the superfood seed list, right next to hemp seeds and chia seeds. Despite their small size, flaxseeds are packed full of nutrients, antioxidants, and plant compounds that have numerous benefits for … Read more
Herbs and spices have been used for thousands of years, not only to flavor food, but also for their incredible health benefits. They are truly a prime example of how great things come in small packages. One of the most outstanding characteristics of most herbs/spices is the rich antioxidant content they possess. This, combined with … Read more
If you’ve ever felt that uncomfortable, full feeling in your abdomen after a meal, you aren’t alone. Bloating is one of the most common digestive complaints with somewhere around 30% of the population reporting that they deal with it frequently. And though it can occasionally be an indicator of a bigger problem, the culprit behind … Read more
Probiotics are at the top of the list when it comes to building up the health of your gut. However, there are many probiotic health benefits that go well beyond your digestive system. Maintaining (or rebuilding) the right balance of beneficial bacteria and other microorganisms in your body is critical to many facets of your … Read more