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21Sep

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Remedies, Wellness

Could a cup of COFFEE help protect you from going BLIND?

Scientists have discovered that a daily espresso, teamed with a healthy diet rich in fruit and vegetables, has a protective effect on the eyes. They found that coffee consumption can help ward off age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most common cause of blindness in the elderly. New research has found, for the first time, that those who enjoyed a “Mediterranean” diet rich in fruit and fish, teamed with a strong coffee, were less likely to suffer eye problems. Researchers studied a Portuguese population to see whether sticking to the diet affected people’s risk of AMD. Their findings revealed a significant reduction in risk in those who ate a Mediterranean diet, particularly among those who consumed more fruit and caffeine. The researchers opted to look at caffeine becau...

20Sep

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Diet, Wellness

5 Essential Super food Spices – Cupboard Must haves!

While spices can help add that final flavor accent to your favorite dish, they can also aid in overall health, recovery, and even weight loss. What we don’t think of is the fact that spices have loads of antioxidants and should be incorporated into your daily diet for various and very powerful health benefits. Let's round up the Top 5: Cinnamon - has one of the highest levels of antioxidants of any spice. Because it stabilizes blood sugar levels, it’s very effective for those with type 1 and type 2 diabetes Cardamom - This sweet spice helps with toxins in the body, specifically eliminating the toxins while at the same time improving digestion, curing dental diseases and helps kill of colon cancer cells. It can also kill the bacteria that causes ulcers. Garlic - the sulfur compo...

13Sep

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Remedies, Wellness

34 Amazing Wheatgrass Benefits for Health, Hair and Beauty (Backed by Science!)

Wheatgrass boasts some impressive nutritional stats. One ounce of wheatgrass contains: 120 calories 8 grams of dietary fiber 240% of the RDA of vitamin A 93% of the RDA of vitamin C 356% of the RDA of iron 12% of the RDA of calcium 8 grams of protein Unlike any other health food, here are 34 reasons 1. Treat Skin Diseases 2. Lose Weight 3. Reduce Food Cravings 4. Detox Your Cells 5. Improve Immunity 6. Stimulate Circulation 7. Improve Digestion 8. Treat Arthritis 9. Reduce Fatigue 10. Get Rid of Body Odor 11. Treat Skin Wounds 12. Prevent Tooth Decay 13. Cleanse the Liver 14. Treat Sunburn 15. Stabilize Lipid Levels 16. Clear Sinus Congestion 17. Get Rid of Acne 18. Prevent Cancer 19. Fight the Common Cold 20. Treat a Hangover 21. Improve the Mood 22. De...

8Sep

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Diet, Wellness

Black Currant Seed Oil – Immunosystem Booster!

In berry form, black currant has been used for a range of conditions from Alzheimer’s disease and upper respiratory tract infections to muscle fatigue and peripheral arterial disease (PAD). The dried leaf of black currants, when taken orally, also addresses several medical problems, including arthritis, gout, rheumatism, diarrhea, colic, hepatitis, liver ailments, convulsions, and inflammatory disorders of the mouth and throat. Additionally, black currant dried leaf can relieve coughs, colds and whooping cough; purify urine and promote larger output; and treat bladder stones. The leaf makes a good cleansing tea as well. For insect bites or minor wounds, black currant leaf applied topically can soothe the skin, according to the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. Significant res...