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Panic Disorder Could Be in Your Mitochondria
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Panic attacks are obliterating in the mental and spiritual sense. They take over the body and mind in a way that leaves no room for anything else. The feeling of overwhelm is systemic and profound, and it can feel like the very cells of the body are screaming for help—which might not be too far from what’s really going on. Why do some people seem more susceptible to panic disorders than others? Researchers... 4/30/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Preserve Your Vision Through Diet!
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Wellness Tip: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) steals vision, but may be prevented by diet. Simple but effective nutritional changes can substantially lower risk. Carotenoids are phytochemicals found in certain fruits and vegetables. The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin accumulate in the eye as macular pigment to preserve visual acuity. The more lutein and zeaxanthin in your eyes, the less... 4/29/2020 7:00:00 AM
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The 4-Step Fall Prevention Plan Every Senior Should Know
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Most of us know a senior that has experienced a fall, maybe even recently. That's not surprising because 1 in 3 people over the age of 65 fall every year. That number jumps to 1 in 2 after the age of 75!Falling is dangerous for many reasons. The most obvious are the physical injuries that result from falling, like head trauma, bone fractures and lacerations. But less well known are the long term changes... 4/28/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Is Our Hypothalamus Responsible For Migraines?
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Migraine sufferers might soon have a new pathway to relief. New research has found a connection between the hypothalamus (a part of the brain that regulates hormones and the autonomic nervous system) and migraines. This may help identify more specific migraine triggers which could lead to finding the reasons behind the triggers and help prevent attacks for good.Check Out How the Hypothalamus Could... 4/17/2020 7:00:00 AM
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Try Spice Therapy to Ease Osteoarthritis Pain
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Wellness Tip: Look to your spice rack for relief from osteoarthritis pain. They block the release of the neurotransmitter Substance P, which inflames joints and transmits pain impulses. Sprinkle cayenne into food dishes or apply it to painful areas with a capsaicin cream containing cayenne extract. Cook with fresh ginger root or take a ginger supplement— up to 2 grams per day in divided doses. Turmeric... 4/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
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When Gratitude Backfires
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I often hear people who are struggling with depression say, “I need to find my way back to gratitude. I feel like I’ve got a target on my back sometimes and can’t get a break. But I know that’s in my own mind.”They’re recognizing a vital part of healing from depression – and that is finding perspective and balance. That’s what gratitude can bring to everyone, but especially someone who struggles with... 4/9/2020 7:00:00 AM
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8 Vitamins That Help Fight Anxiety
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Anyone who has bouts of temporary or chronic anxiety is not alone. Millions of people suffer from anxiety, due to either situational, physical, physiological or mental health challenges. Some people deal with their anxiety as best they can, on their own, others see a doctor, who might prescribe a drug such as Valium, Xanax or an anti-depressant. These drugs might do well at reducing the more immediate... 4/7/2020 7:00:00 AM
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How to Stay Healthy During a Quarantine
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Being under quarantine has been a challenge for many of us. It's hard to feel stuck. Maybe you didn't even want to go out but now that you can't it sure sounds good, doesn't it? But if your health routine was dependent on going to the gym, heading out for a run, or daily shopping trips for fresh veg, this is going to be a challenge. Staying healthy during a quarantine can feel hopeless, like you may... 4/6/2020 7:00:00 AM
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What Is the "Keto Flu"?
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You’d think a fat-burning, energy-boosting diet would make you feel healthy enough to take on the world. So why do some people feel downright crummy during their first week on a ketogenic diet? The “keto flu” could be to blame.Some people say they experience about a week of irritability, headaches, nausea, brain fog, constipation, dizziness and insomnia after beginning a ketogenic diet. The “keto flu”... 3/27/2020 7:00:00 AM
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The Germ That Causes Bad Breath... and Alzheimer's Disease?
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It might seem like a bizarre connection, but a common mouth germ could be responsible for more than just bad breath. It may be one more puzzle piece in understanding why and how Alzheimer’s disease forms.The bacteria that causes bad breath and gingivitis, the same mouth germ that can cause endocarditis if it travels to the heart, may now be implicated in Alzheimer’s disease. Studies have shown the... 3/26/2020 7:00:00 AM
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