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Why GERD, acid reflux and indigestion increase in summer

Why GERD, acid reflux and indigestion increase in summer
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To maintain good health, your body must constantly manage the delicate balance that keeps pH levels where they should be. The trouble is that some of our vital functions throw that balance off. And summertime is when they can get really out of whack…

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7 aging myths to stop believing

7 aging myths to stop believing
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Aging is still a difficult subject to talk about. Maybe that’s why the aging process is surrounded by myths that many people believe. Here are seven of them we’d like you to stop falling for. You’ll improve your health, live longer and enjoy life more!

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The dirty truth about toxic soil and your heart

The dirty truth about toxic soil and your heart
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Even if you do everything right for your heart in terms of diet and exercise, there’s a vulnerability almost impossible to avoid. The air we breathe and the soil we grow our food in have been found to contain contaminants directly linked to heart problems on a major scale. Give up? There’s always an answer…

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Supplements could save billions in health costs report shows

Breaking: Supplements could save billions in health costs, says report
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Plenty of critics claim supplements are a waste of money, but the research proves otherwise. The Council for Responsible Nutrition used that research to calculate how effective supplements are at preventing illness and the healthcare costs they can save. Now who’s throwing money down the toilet?

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3+ ways pumpkin can boost your wellness

3+ ways pumpkin can boost your wellness
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Fall is the time of year that pumpkin spice abounds. But if you can get past the pumpkin spice latte with whipped cream topping, the pies and pastries, pumpkin can be a remarkably healthy and versatile vegetable. Here are three reasons you should be adding pumpkin to your menu…

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Eat this dairy daily to lower blood pressure by almost 7 points

Eat this dairy daily to lower blood pressure by almost 7 points
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If you have high blood pressure, you know how tough it can be to get that reading down to normal levels, even with medication. That’s why researchers are exploring alternative ways to lower blood pressure — and they may have found one in this popular food already known for plentiful health benefits…

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Phytic acid: The antinutrient found in healthy foods

Phytic acid: The antinutrient found in healthy foods
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We tend to see phytic acid as something to avoid because of its reputation as an antinutrient. But this plant-based substance isn’t all bad. In fact, it has some health benefits that could offset its potential for causing mineral deficiencies. So let’s dig into the conundrum…

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COPD: What to know about your prematurely aged immune system

COPD: What to know about your prematurely aged immune system
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COPD is an umbrella term for a group of incurable inflammatory lung disorders. It carries higher risk for other serious conditions such as heart disease, memory loss, stroke or diabetes. But less has been known about its connection to vitamin deficiency and an aged immune system…

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Anxiety-relieving practice deemed effective as medication

Anxiety-relieving practice deemed effective as medication
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Generalized anxiety disorder can be challenging, often leading to isolation, physical illnesses, chronic pain and fatigue. Risky antidepressants have been the go-to treatment, but a drug-free alternative just went head to head against the pills and the news is good…

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Lead and cadmium: The ‘dark side’ of dark chocolate

Lead and cadmium: The ‘dark side’ of dark chocolate
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Some dark chocolate brands, even organic ones, have been found to contain dangerous amounts of cadmium and lead, heavy metals linked to hypertension, kidney failure, nerve damage and more. Take precautions if your favorite is on the list.

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From kidney disease to heart disease: How much salt matters

From kidney disease to heart disease: How much salt matters
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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for people with Chronic kidney disease (CKD). And CKD can raise the risk of CVD significantly. They often occur together and share many of the same risk factors — and one popular spice…

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The surprising truth about medications and driving

The surprising truth about medications and driving
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If you take certain medications, you may have seen “Do not operate heavy machinery” on the label. For sleeping pills, that may seem like a given. But there are others you may be surprised to learn could get you into trouble if you take them before driving…