Tag: Health

Prescription drugs linked to increased dementia risk

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Prescription drugs linked to increased dementia risk from Mercola While the link between anticholinergic drugs and an increased risk of dementia isn’t new, researchers have now pinpointed certain classes of drugs where the link is the strongest. In a study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, researchers wrote “there was nearly a 50% increased odds of dementia” associated with a total anticholinergic exposure of more than 1,095 daily doses over a time period of 10 years. To put that into perspective, it’s the equivalent of an older adult taking a strong…

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What’s the difference between “cage-free,” “free-range,” and “pasture-raised” eggs?

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What’s the difference between “cage-free,” “free-range,” and “pasture-raised” eggs?by: Melissa Smith for Natural News Whenever you buy eggs from the grocery store, you may have wondered why they have different labels, such as “cage-free,” “free-range,” and “pasture-raised.” You may have also noticed that they differ in price. Eggs vary in their nutrition profile as well. But one thing’s for sure – the more expensive the egg is, the healthier it is. Out of the three, pasture-raised eggs are the best. Aside from raising your own chickens, buying eggs labeled as “pasture-raised” ensures that you…

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7 Reasons to eat more ginger

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7 Reasons to eat more ginger by: Zoey Sky for Natural News Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a popular ingredient that’s used for savory dishes or desserts like gingerbread cookies. It’s also widely used in medicine for its abundance of health benefits. Here are seven more reasons to add ginger to your daily diet. Ginger root: One-stop shop for your nutrition needs A cup of freshly chopped ginger root contains about 80 calories, less than 18 g of carbohydrates, and at least 2 g of fiber and protein. This superfood also offers vitamins and minerals like vitamin C,…

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Can tomato juice improve your blood pressure?

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Can tomato juice improve your blood pressure? by Dr. Joseph Mercola for Mercola In answer to the question of whether drinking tomato juice has a positive influence on your blood pressure level, the answer is a resounding “yes,” based in part on a recent, yearlong clinical study in Japan involving 481 men and women. The study, published in Food Science & Nutrition, involved participants, aged between 21 and 74 years, who were supplied with as much unsalted tomato juice as they wanted (consuming an average of just under a cup of…

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Relieve Pain Fast With Easy To Use But Little Known Kitchen Remedies

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Relieve Pain Fast With Easy To Use But Little Known Kitchen Remedies by: Off The Grid News Pain, bites and injuries occur unexpectedly. Make sure that you seek out the following remedies as first aid for pain. Use them if other solutions are unavailable. Furthermore, you may find that these remedies work so well in helping relieve pain that you won’t need other healing agents.   Pantry Staples For Pain Relief Vinegar provides soothing relief for a variety of maladies. My favorite vinegar to use is apple cider vinegar, but use whatever…

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Improving digestion: 11 gut-friendly foods

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Improving digestion: 11 gut-friendly foods by: Zoey Sky for Natural News Your digestive tract is crucial to your overall well-being because it is responsible for absorbing nutrients and eliminating waste from the body. If you suffer from digestive issues like abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, eating gut-friendly foods like apples and chia seeds can help relieve your painful symptoms. Other conditions, such as Crohn’s disease, heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can increase your risk of developing more severe digestive issues. Even if you are in good physical condition, you can suffer…

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Help Ward Off Infections and Improve Your Immune System With Oregano Oil

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Help Ward Off Infections and Improve Your Immune System With Oregano Oil by Erin Elizabeth for Health Nut News GNN Note – If you’re not familiar with this wonder drug we would encourage a little research. The article below is a great beginning. ****** by Joseph Mercola, D.O., Ph.D. What Is Oregano Oil? Oregano oil is derived from the leaves and flowers of oregano (Origanum vulgare), a hardy perennial herb, and a member of the mint (Lamiaceae) family. It’s native to Europe, Asia and North Africa, although it grows in many areas around…

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Sleep Debt: Can We Compensate For Sleep Deprivation On Weekends?

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Sleep Debt: Can We Compensate For Sleep Deprivation On Weekends? By Dan Fries for Natural Blaze The Facts: A recently study reveals the link between sleeping in on weekends and lowered mortality risk, yet another study shows that night owls have a 10% higher mortality risk than morning people, emphasizing that this is a public health issue. Reflect On: Is our obsession with “sleep compensation” just an unhealthy way to try to overcome the reality of socially imposed timing? Is consistency and rhythm more important than the number of hours we…

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Inform Yourself About Pasteurized Milk

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Inform Yourself About Pasteurized Milk from Mercola If you do your own grocery shopping or you’ve been to a supermarket recently, you’d be aware that pasteurized milk has monopolized the dairy section. Having been around since the late 1800s, pasteurized milk has been widely utilized by the population because of the “safety” it provides, as it’s said to minimize the risk of contracting milk-borne bacteria and diseases. But while this may seem like a plausible idea, pasteurization has been observed to lower or even extinguish the nutrients found in milk.…

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15 Science-backed health benefits of eating avocados

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15 Science-backed health benefits of eating avocados by: Edsel Cook for Natural News In recent years, avocados have become the new favorite fruit of Americans. They are rich in healthy fats and other nutrients that are vital to the normal functions of various bodily processes. Many people enjoy better health by eating avocados. You will get more nutrients and be safer from metabolic syndrome. You will also have a healthier weight and BMI (body mass index), thinner belly, and higher concentrations of good cholesterol. The improved health may come from how avocados improve the absorption…

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