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How To Read Produce Stickers

Posted by on Apr 23, 2012 in Health, Nutrition | Comments Off on How To Read Produce Stickers

Price Look-up (PLU) Code Did you know that the numbers on produce stickers can help you identify whether or not you are buying organic, conventionally-grown, or genetically modified produce? Now you can learn how to decipher the code! As you can see, it’s pretty easy to determine what type of produce you are getting now that you know the code! I suggest you take a look at those little numbers next time you go grocery shopping so you can...

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Goldenseal

Posted by on Apr 19, 2012 in Spices & Herbs | Comments Off on Goldenseal

Goldenseal was one of the first herbs (along with Echinacea) that I was introduced to when I was a young kid. My Mom educated herself throughout her adult life in the medicinal benefits of herbs, and I was truly blessed to be able to see the amazing benefits of herbs first hand. I’m not going to get into the drugs versus herbs debate, but I will say that each has it’s place. I personally have found that more often than...

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Health Benefits of Chromium

Posted by on Apr 16, 2012 in Nutrition | Comments Off on Health Benefits of Chromium

Chromium plays a major role in the prevention of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Chromium helps to stable the levels of blood sugar, it minimizes the body’s need for insulin and improves glucose tolerance in those who suffer from type II diabetes. It is also involved in the development of nucleic acids DNA and RNA, performs an important function for the storage, transfer and implementation of genetic information. When interacting with iodine, it supports thyroid function. Chromium deficiency in the...

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How to Treat Ear Infections Naturally

Posted by on Apr 12, 2012 in Natural Solutions | Comments Off on How to Treat Ear Infections Naturally

There are a few ways you can naturally treat an ear infection. They are natural, safe, and very effective. Garlic and Mullein Oil Most ear infections are viral, rather than bacterial, but garlic is a great alternative to antibiotics (which kills bacteria – the bad and the good) since it has antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Additionally, garlic contains alliin and allinase, which is a natural anesthetic! This allows for some instant relief for your ear, while the garlic treats the...

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Running : The Facts and Figures

Posted by on Apr 9, 2012 in Fitness | Comments Off on Running : The Facts and Figures

Here is a great infographic about running, which includes some interesting facts and figures! Don’t these stats make you want to run? :)       Feel free to follow us, however you...

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