10 Low-Carb Dishes for the Holidays

Low-carb meals may be trickier over the holiday season as people yearn for their traditional favorites.

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Low-carb Turkey

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Turkey is a traditional holiday crowd pleaser. Fortunately for the low-carber, turkey also fits nicely into our food requirements. Its protein and healthy fats are basted with love ... and butter.

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Low-carb Ham

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Ham is great because you can throw it in the oven and forget about it while you're trying to do a million other things for your holiday get-together.

But beware of packets of sugary glazes, and leave off the pineapple slices, pretty though they are.

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Low-carb Squash

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Do you have a hard time staying away from the mashed potatoes at a holiday table?

Nobody is going to mistake a winter squash for a potato, but a nicely prepared baked squash with butter, salt, pepper and parsley can create a warm glow within.

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Low-carb Green Beans

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Green beans are a favorite at the holiday season, maybe in part because they are so versatile.

You can eat them plain, or just add a little butter. Steam them, bake them or grill them.

Toss green beans with sliced almonds, or mix them with other cooked vegetables.

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Low-carb Cauliflower

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Believe it or not, cauliflower is a low-carb food. Which is fortunate since holiday meals for many people can be a carbohydrate-laden heaven ... or torture.

But steamed or baked cauliflower can help you steer clear of foods that aren't good for you.

If you think white cauliflower is boring, check out the purple, green and orange varieties and dress up your table in color, compliments of the cauliflower.

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Low-carb Pumpkin

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Pumpkin pie is not out of the question for a low-carb diet, if you go for specialty pie crusts and if you use artificial sweeteners.

But that's not the only dessert you can make with pumpkin. A low-carb pudding with dollops of real whipped cream is pretty tasty, too.

And for the first course, you can make a creamy, delicious pumpkin soup. Top it with some crushed red chili pepper and cream for a real treat.

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Low-carb Berries and Cream

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Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, they all make the low-carb life a little sweeter. Combine some berries with some whipped cream in a parfait cup and you've really got something.

If you have frozen berries, you can put them in cream, whipped or otherwise, before they're fully thawed and enjoy something that resembles ice cream.

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Low-carb Salads

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Let's bust the myth that eating low-carb means never eating vegetables, ever. Starchy vegetables may need to be barred from the table, but feel free to enjoy the rest of the veggie world.

And you can add sliced meat, full-fat cheese and sour cream along with generous splashes of assorted vinegars and oils to make vegetable dishes that much more interesting and filling.

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Low-carb Veggie Trays

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Slices of broccoli, celery, carrots, peppers and cucumber taste great when you drench them in a low-carb dip.

Cottage cheese, sour cream and cream cheese can stand alone, or you can add your favorite seasonings. Full-fat versions only, if you please.

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Low-carb Mixed Nuts

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Mixed nuts are a classic low-carb snack. Put out bowls of them along with some nutcrackers, and help yourself to a healthy snack.

You won't miss the chips and pretzels, and you won't have to go hungry either.

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Your Brain on Cheeseburgers: High-Fat Diet and Cognitive Decline

You may have felt it after a rare indulgence in fast food — a slowing down, not just physically, but mentally.

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Gluten-Free Vegan Gingerbread Cake

This cake is a favorite when I bring it to potlucks. It has a nice, moist texture and the spices give it an almost chocolatey richness. It goes well with a vegan cream topping, such as the walnut cream recipe included here. For those with a nut allergy, coconut cream also makes a great topping. […]

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7 Memory-Boosting Superfoods that Fight Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease is all over the news.

Baby boomers, with typical determination and optimism, are determined to find ways of avoiding the crippling effects that come with its mental decline.

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<strong>Can We Eat Our Way to Healthy Brains?</strong>

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Research supports the idea that healthy foods can have a positive effect on our brains.

A generation of baby boomers is counting on it. And so are the younger generation in line to be their caregivers.

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<strong>Eat Berries for Antioxidants</strong>

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Antioxidants are good for your brain function. They are found in berries such as blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries.

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<strong>Eat Fruit with Dark Skins</strong>

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Snacking on dark-skinned fruit like cherries, oranges, plums and red grapes is a tasty way to get your antioxidants.

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<strong>Eat Healthy Fats</strong>

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Butter is a saturated fat that is important for brain health.

Cold-pressed coconut oil is good for the heart, containing no cholesterol or trans fats. It functions as an antioxidant and natural antibiotic.

Extra virgin olive oil's oleocanthal helps manufacture important proteins and enzymes which aid in break down of Alzheimer's amyloid plaques.

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<strong>Eat Leafy Greens and Crucifers</strong>

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Less cognitive decline is linked with leafy greens. This includes cruciferous veggies like broccoli, cauliflower and kale, as well as collards, mustard greens and turnip greens.

Research indicates a link between these veggies' vitamin K and reduced cognitive decline.

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<strong>Eat Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids in Fish</strong>

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Omega-3 fatty acids are abundant in coldwater fish like halibut, mackeral, salmon, sardines and tuna.

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<strong>Eat Plant-based Sources of Omega-3 Fatty Acids</strong>

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Plant-based sources include beans, flax seeds, healthy oils like olive oil, and some types of nuts.

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<strong>Eat Vegetables with Colorful Skins</strong>

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Vegetables with colorful skins such as bell peppers and squash provide plenty of antioxidants as well.

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Memory Boosting Superfoods That Fight Alzheimer’s
http://www.alzheimers.net/2013-10-15/superfoods-that-fight-alzheimers

Alzheimer disease
https://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/condition/alzheimers-disease

Will Eating Carbs Lead to Alzheimer’s?
http://www.alzheimers.net/2013-11-04/do-carbs-and-gluten-cause-alzheimers

Eating green leafy vegetables keeps mental abilities sharp.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/03/150330112227.htm

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Answers to Your Top 7 Menopause Questions

The phase of a woman's life called menopause can bring with it a wide variety of challenges to overcome.

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What IS menopause?

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Menopause officially begins a year after a woman's last menstrual period. It marks the end of fertility and is a natural process all women will go through.

As a woman approaches menopause, her ovaries produce less estrogen, which leads to the symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes and fatigue.

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What are the most common symptoms of menopause?

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As menopause approaches, menstruation becomes irregular. The type and severity of other symptoms vary from one woman to the next. Women who have had a hysterectomy usually have more frequent and severe symptoms.

The most common menopause symptoms include:

• Hot flashes
• Fatigue
• Trouble sleeping
• Mood swings
• Pain with sexual intercourse related to vaginal dryness

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Do I need to see a doctor for my menopause symptoms?

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It's always good to have an open line of communication with your doctor. Let him or her know how you are feeling and what symptoms you are suffering. If symptoms are interfering with your daily life, you should definitely consider seeking medical advice.

How can your doctor help? There are blood tests that may confirm whether you are entering menopause. There are also hormones or prescription medications that he or she can give you. Hormone treatments control symptoms and can reduce disease risks, The benefits and risks of hormone therapies should be discussed.

In addition, your doctor can give you information regarding lifestyle and nutritional changes that you can make to alleviate your symptoms.

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Are there lifestyle changes I can make to help alleviate menopause symptoms?

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A healthy lifestyle can help alleviate many common menopause symptoms. Here are a few simple changes you can make that might help:

• Stop smoking. This may help reduce the number of hot flashes you experience.
• Get more exercise, which will alleviate stress and combat your slower metabolism.
• Make healthy eating a priority. Incorporate lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, yogurt, and lean meat.
• Dress in layers, so when hot flashes DO hit you can easily remove a layer or two.

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Will changes in my diet help reduce the severity of menopause symptoms?

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The food we eat plays a huge role in how our body functions. Changes in diet may help alleviate certain health concerns that arise during menopause:

1. If you suffer from hot flashes, try avoiding spicy foods.
2. Eat more calcium-rich foods for improved bone health.
3. Avoid high fat and high sugar foods, which may lead to increased weight gain.
4. Eat more frequent meals, but make them smaller in size.
5. Include a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet to ensure that you are providing your body with an assortment of vitamins and minerals.
6. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which may make hot flashes worse.
7. Drink plenty of water to keep your body temperature cool and to stay hydrated.

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How will menopause affect my sex life?

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A change in sexual interest or response is often a complaint from women after menopause. Some women suffer from vaginal dryness and pain with intercourse. Lubricants or vaginal moisturizers may help. Estrogen therapies, whether administered via pill, patch or vaginal method, are very effective for restoring normal vaginal tissue and curing pain with intercourse. It is strongly advised that you not continue having intercourse that is painful.

Some women also notice a decrease in sex drive. It is important to remember there is no 'normal' frequency for partners to have sex. As long as there is no conflict in your relationship regarding sexual frequency, it should not be a huge concern.

Talk to your doctor about your symptoms, especially if they are causing problems with your relationship.

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Will I gain weight during menopause?

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A decrease in a woman's rate of metabolism is common after menopause, but that doesn't mean you will automatically gain weight. There are steps you can take to both stop and reduce your weight gain during menopause.

Hormones alone do not contribute to weight gain after menopause. In fact, several major studies conclude that taking estrogen after menopause helps control weight gain.

A reduction in physical activity, genetic factors, stress, and diet play a large role in our weight. The more you move, the more calories you burn, and the less likely you are to gain weight. Aim for at least 30 minutes of exercise daily, and make sure you include some light weight training for muscle strength. Combine your exercise routine with a healthy diet for optimum results.

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Does Coconut Oil Reduce the Effects of Alzheimer's Disease?

You put in on your toast, mix it in your smoothies, use it as lip balm, and if you’re following the latest coffee craze, you even add it to your cup of joe to make it "bulletproof."

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10 Healthy Superfoods to Include on Your Holiday Table

Yes, you can face the holiday season armed with the knowledge that festive meals and snacks don't have to be glorified junk food that pack on the pounds.

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<strong>1) Carrots</strong>

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Carrots contain plenty of antioxidants, such as carotenoids, which may cut the risk for cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Blood sugar and immune function may be brought back into balance through carrots' antioxidants and phytochemicals.

Deficiencies of vitamin A can be repaired by eating enough carrots and other foods with beta-carotene.

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Carrots: Health Benefits and Precautions
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/270191.php

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<strong>2) Cranberries</strong>

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Cranberries provide vitamins C and E, among other antioxidants. Their fiber content may reduce bad cholesterol levels.

Risk for cancer, heart disease, stroke, urinary tract infections and other illnesses may decrease when your consumption of cranberries increase.

Cranberries are often used in sauce, or as juice for holiday cocktails, with or without alcohol.

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http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/healthy-eating/superfoods/healthy...

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<strong>3) Garlic</strong>

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Garlic may be beneficial for coronary heart disease, hardening of the arteries, heart attack, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

It may contribute to the prevention of breast, colon, lung, prostate, rectal and stomach cancers.

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Garlic: Health Benefits, Therapeutic Benefits
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/265853.php

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<strong>4) Green beans</strong>

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Green beans contain healthy amounts of vitamins A, C and K, along with folate, iron, magnesium, potassium, riboflavin and thiamin.

Eating green beans may reduce risk for diabetes, heart disease and obesity. Their chlorophyll content may reduce carcinogenic risks from foods grilled to the point of charring.

Iron and folic acid may support healthy pregnancies. Folate may elevate mood, enhance sleep health and appetite, and lower homocysteine levels.

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What are the health benefits of green beans?
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/285753.php

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<strong>5) Onions</strong>

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Onions contain vitamin C which defend against free radical formation, helping to protect against several types of cancer.

Vitamin C builds and maintains collagen production, benefitting hair and skin.

Folate may help relieve depression by controlling homocysteine production so it doesn't stop nutrients and blood from getting to the brain.

By inhibiting homocysteine, folate makes way for dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin (hormones that improve appetite, mood and sleep).

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Onions: Health Benefits, Nutritional Information
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/276714.php

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<strong>6) Pecans</strong>

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Eating pecans can increase the body's antioxidant levels. They contain several forms of vitamin E.

According to the Journal of Nutrition, a study performed by Loma Linda showed eating pecans lowered LDL cholesterol levels by 16.5 percent.

Eating pecans may reduce artery inflammation and reduce the risk for cardiovascular conditions.

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The antioxidants in pecans may contribute to heart health and disease prevention
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/02/110224145607.htm

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<strong>7) Pumpkin</strong>

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Pumpkins, like other winter squash, are full of fiber, and full of vitamin A and beta-carotene. Vitamin A is important for nasal passage health, helping to protect against colds and flu.

Beta-carotene is beneficial for your eyes. It may reduce risk for atherosclerosis and for some cancers.

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Superfood: Turkey
http://www.bhg.com/recipes/healthy/eating/holiday-superfoods

Pumpkin
http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/healthy-eating/superfoods/healthy...

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<strong>8) Sweet potatoes</strong>

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Sweet potatoes contain high levels of vitamins A, B5, B6, carotenoids, niacin, riboflavin, manganese and potassium.

Vitamin A may help to prevent cancer, and is beneficial to eye health. Vitamin A can hinder sun damage.

Vitamin B6 can help reduce homocysteine. Vitamins C and E support healthy skin and collagen production.

The beta-carotene in sweet potatoes may decrease breast cancer risk in women before menopause, and ovarian cancer risk after menopause. Their fiber content helps to support digestive tract health and good digestion.

Manganese helps regulate metabolism of carbohydrates and blood sugar levels, and maybe even your appetite.

Potassium is important for heart health and a regular heartbeat and keeping blood pressure nice and low.

Sweet potatoes are low on the glycemic index, which means sugar moves slowly into the bloodstream. They contain no fat, and small amounts of sodium.

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Sweet Potatoes: Health Benefits, Risks & Nutrition Facts
http://www.livescience.com/46016-sweet-potato-nutrition.html

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<strong>9) Yams</strong>

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Many people confuse yam with sweet potatoes, though they are more starchy than sweet potatoes. They are also drier.

Their complex carbohydrate content decrease the likelihood of blood sugar spikes, putting yams low on the glycemic index.

Yams contain plentiful dietary fiber, which decreases incidence of constipation and may help lower bad (LDL) cholesterol.

Yams contain vitamins A, B6, folic acid, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin and thiamin. Their vitamin C content enhances the immune system, growing bones and healing of injuries.

Vitamin A supports mucus membrane and skin health. It's good for night vision and may help defend against cancer in the lungs or in the oral cavity.

Yams contain copper, calcium, iron, manganese, phosphorus and potassium. Potassium regulates blood pressure and heart rate. Copper and iron assist in the manufacture of red blood cells.

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Yams nutrition facts
http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/yams.html

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<strong>10) Turkey</strong>

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Turkey provides vitamins B6 and B12, choline, niacin, selenium and zinc. Turkey's protein helps to regulate insulin levels.

The healthiest choice is organic, pasture-raised turkey which were raised without antibiotics. These turkeys have higher omega-3 essential fatty acid content. They are less likely to contain injected preservatives like salt.

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What are the health benefits of turkey?
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/285736.php

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When It Comes to Healthy Bones, Calcium is Not the Answer

Taking more calcium - either through supplements or diet - probably doesn't help your bones after all.

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Ways To Remove Boils With Success

What are boils? They are protrusion due to bacterial infections. Typically they have pus. The most vulnerable areas include armpits, face, neck and buttocks. If left untreated, the boils can change into a carbuncle. Boils come in various sizes. Some are tiny although some can be huge. Read on should you want to eliminate your […]

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Tips To Relieve Boils Effectively

Do you get boils? They take shape on your skin because your follicles of hair are infected by bacteria. You should watch them developing on your face, armpits, buttocks and neck. A carbuncle is a cluster of boils. It is a serious infection. Boils can on occasion be as huge as a golf ball. Read […]

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Access Acid Reflux Cures That Show Results

For somebody like you who suffer from heartburn, you understand how it feels like. There are pain in your chest and throat. If you have an episode now, you don’t feel like eating even it is a wonderful meal. I don’t think you run out of options. There are numerous therapies around. Should you have […]

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Raw Vegan Powerhouses: Spotlight on Venus & Serena Williams

Think vegans can’t get power from their food? Think again! Believe it or not, tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams follow a healthy, balanced raw vegan diet during the tennis season. That’s right, both raw and vegan! These women kick serious butt on the court without eating any cooked food or animal products. While the superstar […]

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Find Out About Asthma Therapies

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Fundamentals On Asthma Therapies

Frequent coughing spells, which may take place during play, at night, or while laughing. You should also realize that you need to use less reliever inhaler. Long acting relievers should always be taken with an inhaled steroid. To come up with findings that can underpin new trials of prevention and therapy, personalised for specific endotypes. […]

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8 Foods You Thought Were Healthy Are No Better Than Junk Food

Is there anything sadder than forcing down a food you don't like because you think it's good for you — and then finding out it's unhealthy after all?

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What Should You Eat to Keep Your Gut Happy?

We eat certain foods and take supplements to keep our eyes, brain, bones and joints strong and youthful, but do you eat to keep your gut happy and healthy? Lately, there has been an explosion of new products geared for improving gastrointestinal health. Specially fortified yogurts, probiotic supplements in the forms of capsules, powders and […]

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Enhancing Liver Health: What Helps and What Hurts?

Your liver, when it's working well, eliminates toxins. It breaks down fat from the food you eat, using a liquid called bile.

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The 5 Best Cities For Outdoor Exercise

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The 3 Best 10-Minute HIIT Workouts For Your Whole Body

Short on time, but in need of a quick workout for your whole body? Consider high-intensity interval training, otherwise known as HIIT.

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How Women Can Make Use of New Technology to Stay Healthy and Fit

I know how murderous can be the thought of getting fat. Things become even more difficult for us women after the marriage. After we have had a few births it is nearly impossible to get back in shape.

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Do Folic Acid Supplements Cause Cancer?

Folic acid is known to prevent certain birth defects, such as neural tube defects, spina bifida and cleft palate. It’s been widely recommended as a supplement and used as a fortification in flours and grain products. Aside from these benefits, research also shows a concerning link between folic acid supplements and cancer. Folic Acid vs. […]

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Healthy Foods: Can We Train Our Brains to Want It?

Imagine you hear someone say "Let’s go eat healthy foods!" Does this excite you? If you are like most people, the truthful answer is NO!

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6 Things You Should Know This Week in Women's Health News (September 11)

1. Vaginally applied estrogen in post-menopausal women is linked with improved sexual health.

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The Best Prescription Drug Ad Spoof, Ever

Tired of all of those long-winded prescription drug ads on television that list scary side effect after scary side effect? Well, if so, this spoof will have you ROLLING. Doctor, please give us a prescription for Nature Rx! What was your favorite line? I couldn’t stop laughing over “murderous rage” and “for euphoria lasting more than four hours check work email.” —Jenn

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Men, are you looking for love? Then SMILE: Males who want a long-lasting relationship should look happy (and scowling will attract women who fancy a fling)

Experts at the University of Oslo and Senshu University in Japan say men who seem more trustworthy are a more attractive option for a long-term partnership because it may involve parenting.

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Mother with autistic son and Down's syndrome daughter writes cook book

Londoner Deborah French, 36, who lives in Israel, realised the therapeutic benefits of cooking after her autistic son Henry developed excellent concentration during kitchen sessions.

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Men who stayed in bed and ate 6k calories a day got diabetes in 2 DAYS

In just 7 days all of the subjects gained average of 3.5 kg and showed signs of insulin resistance. Researchers say the experiment was designed to replicate the average US diet.

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Tanning addict has 2cm chunk of skin removed after doctors discover deadly mole

Ashley Alexander, 27, from Cumnock, Ayrshire, says having skin cancer has rid her of her 'cocky attitude' to sunbathing and she now wants to warn others of the dangers of overexposure to the sun.

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Thank Goodness for These Links (and Friday!)

TGIF! And thank goodness for these links. Because they’re awesome. This will change everything you thought you knew about hydration. —The New York Times If you walk for weight-loss … well, just read this. —Cranky Fitness Behind the scenes, with us! —Spright If you’re a tennis fan, this event is EVERYTHING. —Nike A ton of awesome Twitter accounts to follow. (And we’re honored to have made the cut!) —Art of Wellbeing We love this woman. —The Guardian Never skip a workout again with these tips. —Birchbox Congrats to Sean’s FBG Anti-Diet book winners! —Sean Vigue Fitness Whatcha up to this weekend? …

Snipped from http://fitbottomedgirls.com/2015/09/thank-goodness-for-these-links-and-friday/