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Steven Wright
Is Your Gut Leaking? 6 Common Causes of This Sneaky Health Condition
by Steven Wright
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In the early 1980s, researchers at UCLA, funded by a caring dad, did an intestinal permeability (leaky gut) study. They found that people with Crohn's disease and their parents had double the intestinal leakiness of control subjects.A leaky gut is like a leaky bucket -- not very good at its job. This study was the first to suggest that leaky gut syndrome might be part of the development of Crohn’s... December 19
AJ Earley
Helping Someone With Addiction Or Recovery? This is the Key
by AJ Earley
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Everyone has their own stance on drugs and alcohol. No matter where you draw the line, there is a difference between recreational use and abuse. When someone you love is struggling with abuse, addiction, or recovery, it’s easy to lose sight of yourself and your needs. However, it’s vital that you take care of your own physical and mental health in these situations. No matter how much you care about... December 18
Jack Travis
Social Detoxing: The Best Kind of Detoxing to Optimize Mental Health
by Jack Travis
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Have you ever noticed how the people you surround yourself with the most can affect your moods and overall health? As a mental health advocate, I understand how this can be because I suffered from mental health issues most of my life. Now that I’ve overcome the majority of those issues, I realized how much my moods, mental states, and overall health improved dramatically after letting go of toxic people... December 18
Judith Finlayson
Eat Your Way to Wellness and Nourish Your Gut
by Judith Finlayson
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Would you be surprised to learn that more than half of your body isn’t human? According to Germany’s Max Plank Institutes, only 43% of the body consists of human cells. The remainder is a community of microbial settlers known as the microbiome.You’ve probably heard the phrase “all disease begins in the gut.” Microbes reside all over your body but those dwelling in your gut --- your esophagus, stomach... December 16
Anthony Cerullo
TV Sleep… It’s A Thing These Days
by Anthony Cerullo
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Studies Suggest 60 Percent Of Americans Sleep With The TV OnDo you usually fall asleep in front of the TV?Or is it your habit to have the television on in your bedroom while you snooze through the night?In the middle of winter, when the weather looks to be cold for the foreseeable future and the days remain shorter (and darker), it’s natural to feel like “hibernating” a bit.And because getting a good... December 15
Natalie Maximets
6 Things to Know When Living with a Mentally Ill Spouse
by Natalie Maximets
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Living with a spouse who has a mental health disorder could be challenging for the marriage and all the participants, including children. Many people married to someone with mental illness have to give up their serene lifestyle and adjust to new not so pleasant conditions.If you have to deal with someone with mental health issues, it is vital not to break down and maintain a positive outlook. How?... December 14
Wellness Editor
These 3 Things May Help Prevent a Heart Attack, or Worse---Death
by Wellness Editor
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1 in 3 people get heart disease and when they find out about it---it’s often too late. Heart disease is a mostly preventable disease and nothing stops you from taking steps to avoid or even reverse the risks right now. The following 3 tips are the best known ways you can avoid a heart attack, or worse -- death.1. Be Active, Stay Active.Maintaining an active lifestyle that includes exercising on a regular... December 13
Wellness Editor
5 Reasons Every Home Needs Orange Essential Oil
by Wellness Editor
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While many essential oils are great for many uses around the home, there is none more versatile than orange essential oil. If you’re seeking a safe and natural solution for your common household needs, look no further! From kitchens to furniture, these five ways to use this essential oil only represent a few of its uses, but are great ways to start using oils for a healthier and happier home.1. Get... December 09
Wellness Editor
The Dangers of Revenge Bedtime Procrastination
by Wellness Editor
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Have you heard of revenge bedtime procrastination yet? Consider this: It’s late, really late. A reasonable bedtime has come and gone, and yet, the idea of retiring for the night feels like such a drag. After a long, frustrating day, what’s another 20 minutes on social media, online shopping or Hulu? We deserve it, right?Yeah, we might not feel so forgiving of ourselves when morning finally rolls around,... December 07
Wellness Editor
Catching Skin Cancer Early Saves Lives
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Maybe it’s a mottled brownish spot of skin that’s changed size or color, or a mole that’s suddenly become uneven and asymmetric. And suddenly you're worried. Maybe we have skin that developed new coloration ranging from white, pink, and red to bluish-black. Skin cancer is a serious health concern, and it doesn’t discriminate. Anyone, at any age, can be affected. Let me say that again: anyone can get... December 07
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