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03/31/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Marijuana to be legalized in Canada by mid-2018

The long-awaited countrywide legalization of marijuana is reportedly set to take effect in Canada by 1 July 2018. Canada’s CBC News is reporting that the decision will be announced officially in the week of April 10, and that the law will be set out in harmony with the recommendations of a task force appointed by […]

03/12/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Want to live longer? Eat spicy food

Many people enjoy spicy foods for a variety of reasons: the flavor, the heat, the rush. But if you’ve got a penchant for hot peppers and all things spicy, it seems that you could be reeling in quite the health benefits along with that punch of heat. Earlier this year, research on the benefits of […]

09/02/2016 / By Vicki Batts

Common mustard is one of the healthiest cancer-fighting foods on earth

Most condiments are not revered for their health benefits. In fact, condiments are generally known for their less-than-stellar nutritional performance. High fructose corn syrup, MSG and aspartame are just a few of the garbage ingredients you’ll typically find in your favorite sandwich spreads. However, not all condiments are bad news. There are some that contain some […]

08/22/2016 / By Vicki Batts

Maple sugar helps support a strong immune system, provides many health benefits

Foods laced with added sugars and artificial sweeteners will never be good for you; that’s something we can all agree on. Soda, in particular, has played a major role in the obesity epidemic and skyrocketing blood sugar levels nationwide. However, there are natural ways to get your sweet fix without succumbing to refined, processed foods or artificially-sweetened […]

08/15/2016 / By Vicki Batts

The evidence is in: Raw milk actually boosts immunity, prevents infections

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would like us all to believe that raw milk is a flaming health hazard with the potential to cause a national disaster. What could be more toxic than raw food, right? That must be what is making our nation sick – not the over-consumption of genetically-modified, pesticide-laden […]

07/18/2016 / By Vicki Batts

Study: Brain Stem Cells can be activated and regenerated by Turmeric Compound

The many health benefits provided by turmeric are only just beginning to be understood by science, but the things we have learned so far are quite impressive. A 2014 study published by the journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy found that a compound of the yellow-orange root known as “aromatic turmerone” could help to induce and […]

06/29/2016 / By usafeaturesmedia

Is juicing for you? Here are some benefits – and drawbacks

(WomensFitnessFocus.com) One of the first things that people typically decide to do when they wish to become healthier is juicing. Whether it is a daily juice or a juice fast, it is an easy way to incorporate beneficial levels of probiotics, enzymes and nutrients into the digestive system without the digestive drain. However, along with […]

10/27/2015 / By Julie Wilson

A beginner’s guide to essential oils

Quintessential for maintaining whole body health, essential oil use dates back to ancient Egypt, which is revealed through recipes that were recorded in hieroglyphics on temple walls. If you’re new to using essential oils, or simply looking to deepen your knowledge of them, Abundant Health’s book Modern Essentials: A Contemporary Guide to Therapeutic Use of […]

10/02/2015 / By Vicki Batts

8 foods to fight seasonal depression

Fall is here, and rogue Christmas decorations are already mingling in with Halloween costumes. These foods will help keep you from developing that familiar fall and winter malaise. Fatty fish – the omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D will keep your brain happy. Our body produces vitamin D in sunlight, so in winter months be […]

09/24/2015 / By Vicki Batts

8 superfoods to supercharge you

The traditional American diet and lifestyle can leave one feeling sluggish and run down. That feeling of being constantly tired limits the ability to really enjoy life and all it has to offer. Poor nutrition and the lack of key nutrients is one of the biggest culprits in this plague of fatigue and obesity in […]

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