Today, one out of every 10 Americans is taking a drug for depression or anxiety. We spend billions of dollars every year just to cope with these issues… and still people are sad and stressed. It is clear that popping purple pills hasn’t fixed the problem.
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For years, endurance athletes have looked for ways to deliver more oxygen to their muscles. They’ve also searched for ways to get their muscles to use oxygen more efficiently. Some cyclists have even resorted to blood “doping” to increase the blood’s ability to carry oxygen.
… Read MoreDetox and Fight Disease with Ruby Red Strawberries
An apple a day keeps the doctor away… and so will a handful of strawberries.
Strawberries are well known for their array of antioxidants. They are also rich in folate, potassium and vitamin C. And they are an excellent source of the powerful anti-cancer nutrient, ellagic acid.
… Read MoreThese Two Nutrients Work in Synergy to Bust Belly Fat
Carrying excess fat endangers your health. It puts constant stress on your heart and lungs… not to mention the strain on your joints. We all know this. But there is a type of body fat that is particularly insidious.
… Read MoreIs Stevia Bad For You?
As more and more consumers become aware of the many negative health effects of over-consuming sugar in their diet, the search continues for a good replacement to sweeten foods. While the FDA has insisted that artificial sweeteners like aspartame (brand name Equal) and sucralose (brand name Splenda) are safe, they can cause side effects in many people. Headaches and muscle pain are two of the more common reported side effects, for example.… Read More
Antioxidants – Can You Get Too Many?
As a result of an increased awareness of the damaging effects of free radicals, everywhere you turn someone has a high antioxidant supplement they want you to buy. They range from supplements containing vitamins C and E and the trace mineral selenium (give or take a few nutrients) to supercharged juices made from exotic berries, like acai berries. The prices are anywhere from about $10.00 all the way up to $70.00 for a bottle of juice; or $2.00 for one small square of acai-added chocolate.… Read More