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6 Relationship Regrets to Avoid
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We all have things we wish we would have done differently. Many of us regret certain relationship faux pas that ended our time with loved ones too soon. Consider these 6 relationship regrets and how you can avoid them in the future...1. Denying Your Partner’s HappinessRelationships are not one sided. You can’t be the only one who’s happy. You need to make sure your partner is happy as well. Denying... July 23
Judith Finlayson
Tryptophan: A Very Essential Nutrient
by Judith Finlayson
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If you’re interested in physical fitness, you’ve probably heard about amino acids. These nutrients are the building blocks of protein which helps to make your muscles strong. But amino acids are heavy lifters in many other parts of your body. They bolster your immune system and help to keep your digestion humming, among other benefits. There are 20 different types of amino acids, all of which sustain... July 22
Indy Summers
10 Similar Skin Conditions That Confuse Even Professionals
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Skin conditions can be surprisingly tricky to diagnose because completely unrelated conditions may have very similar symptoms. Even an experienced dermatologist may have trouble identifying some skin conditions, and a new med student or a person who uses Google to try to self-diagnose will definitely mix up skin issues. The following skin ailments are frequently mistaken for each other. Dandruff and... July 21
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Could the Meat in Your Diet Lead to Depression?
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The meat in your diet might be affecting far more than your risk of high cholesterol and heart disease. A meta-analysis recently published in BMC Psychiatry suggests a diet high in meat could actually increase your risk for depression.Searching All AvenuesThe World Health Organization (WHO) reports over 300 million people across the globe living with depression, and their numbers are increasing at... July 20
Janet Miller
10 Air Purifying Plants that Repel Mosquitoes
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Mosquitoes can be one of the biggest nuisances at home. Thankfully, there are a number of air purifying plants that repel mosquitoes while cleaning the air.BasilBasil is one of the few herbal air purifying plants that repel mosquitoes. Its strong and rich aroma reduces the carbon dioxide in the air and drives mosquitoes away. You can place basil in a pot in your backyard or in your kitchen. Though... July 19
Jenn Ryan
Top 4 Alternatives to Overly Caffeinated Beverages
by Jenn Ryan
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Caffeine is insanely popular. It’s a magical drug that can help you feel awake when you’re not actually. It increases your heart rate and blood pressure. It increases circulation to your brain, therefore prompting studies that show coffee can help prevent cognitive decline and increase concentration. It can even induce panic attacks, but you know, that’s another story.Here are some of the top four... July 16
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Why 15 Minutes of Exercise is Enough
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People avoid exercise for a host of reasons — it’s boring, they’re too tired, they’re too old, or they’re out of shape. But the number one reason why people don’t exercise is time. There simply isn’t enough time to tend a job, take care of family and other responsibilities, engage in self-care and get a full night’s sleep AND work out…or so they think. The truth is, 15 or even 10 minutes is enough... July 15
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New Approach to Rehabilitation Could Prevent Some Muscle Wasting
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Rehabilitation is one of the best ways to protect our muscle strength directly, but what about when one limb is injured (and thus immobilized) what good is rehab then? Well, common thought has been to wait until the injured limb is healed before beginning rehabilitation, but new evidence suggests that may not be the best approach. Defeating Muscle Wastage Due to Immobilization During immobility muscles... July 13
Fred Fletcher
Managing Pain—14 Things You Should Know
by Fred Fletcher
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INTRODUCTION Pain is usually an indication that something is wrong in the body. Think of it as a warning signal which needs to be addressed. While the root cause of said pain isn’t necessarily something that needs an immediate or drastic solution, it’s often impossible to say whether even mild pain is either nothing to worry about or something that could potentially be fatal. In other words, many serious... July 10
Deva Joy Gouss
How To Center Yourself In Times Of Stress And Chaos
by Deva Joy Gouss
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If one chooses to pay attention to the news of our day, we find extreme division, confusion, heart break and losses. I am noticing in my psychotherapy practice that a greater and greater number of people are anxious and upset in response to what is happening politically and environmentally, frequently staying triggered in the trauma/fear response of fight, flight or freeze. People are not having time... July 09
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