Halloween is almost here, and everyone is wondering what costume to wear and what treats to give. Careful planning can make this holiday even more enjoyable than you imagined. Sugar is usually the main ingredient in the treat of choice, but too much sugar (or the type of sugar) can be harmful to our health. […]
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Sep
Sep
For years marijuana has been popular among various communities as a drug that people consume for pleasure. But the various studies that put Marijuana in focus backed the medical benefits one can obtain from using the same. Today with legalization, steps such licensed sale of medical marijuana and the online availability of Cannabis seeds in […]
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Sep
Sep
Now that summer is over and we are all back at work or school, it is time to think about having a breakfast that really gets us going for the day in the most beneficial way! When we get up in the morning, we are breaking a fast. Our bodies are so empty, that whatever […]
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Aug
Aug
That warm summer days and nights can sometimes be a struggle. Painful sunburn, poison ivy or poison oak, mosquito or bug bites, and allergies can be a challenge. Here are a few emergency remedies that may help you have a smooth sailing, painless summer of fun! Bug Bites Whether it is a mosquito or beach […]
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Jul
Jul
While finishing her law school degree, my daughter Amanda worked with the Office of the Co-Prosecutors at the United Nations Assistance to the Khmer Trials at the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia, in Phnom Penh. She built cases against leaders of the Khmer Rouge for war crimes. On a visit to spend the […]
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Jul
Jul
As a health and nutrition counselor, I frequently receive questions concerning all kinds of health concerns. Recently, I had a question about improving dental health. I think using non-toxic mouthwash, toothpaste, and other supplements is very important. I thought this was something I would share with you. My Answer: Dental health is extremely […]
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Jun
Jun
Depression is a major problem in our world today. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association, depression is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. for ages 15 to 44.3, and affects more than 16.1 million American adults. Nearly one-half of those diagnosed with depression are also diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. No one […]
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Jun
Jun
If you grew up like me, I was told all my life that I needed protein. I also had acute anemia beginning at the age of 2, so people told me I had to eat liver and meat for the iron. I was told that meat, chicken, fish, dairy and eggs were a good source […]
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Jun
Jun
There are so many philosophies about health and nutrition today, how do you know what is right for you? Protein is something I know everyone seems to be concerned with, because for the last 50 years we have all been bombarded with advertising and false information concerning the importance of dairy or meat, chicken or […]
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Apr
Apr
There are many reasons to clean out and detox the inside of the body on a regular basis. Clean cells and a clean body, inside and out, are the secrets to having more energy, looking younger, and having a stronger immune system. Using a detox system for optimum health is really a necessity these days. […]