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by Wellness Editor Researchers have seen an unsettling new trend: Colon cancer is striking people at younger ages. As a result, the American Cancer Society recently updated its guidelines for colon and rectal cancer prevention, now advising that all people begin routine screening at 45, as reported by CNN. Previous guidelines recommended that people begin screening at 50. Deadly TrendColon and rectal cancers are the... 11/22/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Karl Lawrence There’s been a lot of discussion on the war on drugs over my lifetime. In 1971, President Nixon actually declared the “war on drugs.” In the 1980s President Reagan took it up a notch, with an unprecedented expansion of resources to “save America.” Considered a public health crisis of epidemic proportions, in 1992 President Clinton pushed for treatment funding.You’d think drugs are the leading cause... 11/20/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher Although neither government health agencies nor food manufacturers will tell you, monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a very unhealthy food additive. In spite of such, it is obsessively used in most processed, frozen and fast foods. In fact, you will be hard-pressed to not find it in most foods consumed by people both in developed and developing countries.Why Is MSG Used So Extensively?Simply put, MSG makes... 11/20/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher A far-reaching, ongoing development or movement in healthcare has been the stripping away of authority and control from doctors. Once thought of as the ultimate authorities in healthcare settings, doctors today don't have as much power as they had in the past.In fact, it's fair to say that the following 10 factors or forces can be as influential (if not more so) than a doctor's judgment/jurisdiction... 11/19/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Millions of people have trouble getting their day started without that first cup of coffee. There’s nothing like the smell of coffee to awaken the senses first thing in the morning. As it turns out, coffee might do more for you than just get you up and moving. In fact, according to recent studies, it’s possible that the health benefits may actually prolong your life.Studies in Favor of CoffeeThe Multiethnic... 11/18/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Jenn Ryan If you haven’t heard of kombucha, get your wow face on! It’s a fermented tea that’s loaded with probiotics, a tangy great taste, and can be sweetened with fruits or combined with other superfoods such as algae to have even more health benefits. Because the kombucha is fermented, it’s carbonated so it has that fizziness you love just like soda.Here’s why you replace soda with kombucha.It’s Healthier!We... 11/15/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Jason Venckus The first avocado may have been eaten by a Mayan Princess and was considered "The Fruit of Royalty." You've heard it time and time again, "Avocados are a superfood!" And you do not have to be a member of a royal family to eat them. Even fast food restaurants like Subway have jumped on board (Yes, sorry. Subway is a fast food restaurant). Pre-mashed avocado at fast food restaurants often contains manufactured... 11/12/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Lisa Brookes Kift, MFT Conflict is a part of life - and oftentimes relationships. The question is how you manage conflict with your partner - and whether you're successful at finding peaceful resolutions - or you do more damage. Resentment is toxic to relationships and unhealthy conflict resolution skills can create a mountain of it. Here are 5 signs you don't fight fair: 1. You name call or make character attacks (e.g.... 11/11/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Nidhi Thakur The word yoga comes from the Sanskrit word yuj or "connect." Now, you must be thinking - what exactly are we connecting? The body, the mind, and the breath—via yoga poses, stretches, meditation, present moment awareness, mindful movement, and mindful breathing techniques. It's more like a total body wellness tool. Yoga practices can be designed to target specific issues, from anxiety to sleep problems,... 11/11/2021 9:00:00 AM
by Mandy Patterson Encouraging your family to eat nutrient-dense foods is no small feat. You can present them with a platter of raw vegetables, but you can’t force them to eat it.As a mom of six, Doctor of Naturopathy, and Master Gardener with Purdue University, I’ve left no stone unturned on our journey to eating more nutrient-dense foods. The answer I’ve discovered is culinary nutrition, and I’m going to share three... 11/11/2021 9:00:00 AM
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