It’s Earth Day and chances are you’ve considered how what goes on your plate, today of all days, may affect our planet. How many times have you heard: “Eating meat is bad for the planet” or “Eating meat is connected to a plethora of health conditions”? There is even a campaign entitled “Go Vegan for the […]
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For many women, taking an oral contraceptive makes sense. They allow a cycle to be regulated, can reduce PMS symptoms and of course, prevent pregnancy. But are there any downsides? Beyond the warnings in the small print that we may tend to overlook, the rare but serious complications such as heart attack, stroke, blood clots, […]
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With spring just around the corner, many are finding themselves bracing for the worst; sneezing, sniffling and runny eyes are just a few of the symptoms that those suffering from what is typically referred to as seasonal allergies may experience. An estimated 50 million Americans report seasonal allergies each year (1) and allergies are the […]
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In order to achieve and maintain optimal heart health, it behooves us to eat properly, exercise, avoid man-made synthetic fats and avoid smoking. Not too surprising, is it? But did you know that there are proven heart health benefits to adopting a regular meditation practice, too? While findings show the four top reasons people begin […]
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