Pop “C” to dodge symptoms Taking 2,000 mgs. of vitamin C daily can slash allergy-symptom-triggering histamine levels 40% dramatically improving breathing and reducing uncomfortable airway inflammation in allergy sufferers. Take the herb that clears congestions In one study, 100 mg daily of butterbur extract improved nasal airflow 13% making it as effective as the drug [...]
Time Your Way to A Healthier, Happier Life
1 Need to get a shot? Schedule it in the morning! If you have to get a vaccination or need to get through another potentially painful task, you’ll feel the least discomfort if you do it first thing in the morning, according to research out of the U.K.’s University of Sussex. Scientists say that upon [...]
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Nature’s Best Mood-Boosters!
1 Feel 50% happier with folic acid Researchers say folic acid, also called folate, can increase happiness in women by a full 5o%. It makes your body produce more dopamine,a pleasure-boosting brain chemical, as well as GABA, a relaxing neurotransmitter that acts like Valium. Aim for at least 400 mcg, daily from a supplement. 2 [...]
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Healthy Hues
Purple potatoes may sound like a Willy Wonka inventions, but they’re all natural- and good for you. Eating violet spuds daily can help lower blood pressure, likely because they contain high concentrations of antioxidants that have been shown to relax blood vessels. Hit up the produce aisle for more bright bites and reap benefits. red [...]
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The Perfect Fit to Your Running Shoes
5 things to keep in mind when buying running shoes: 1. Feet get larger with age. Its recommended that you get your feet measured once a year. 2. Running shoes traditionally fit at least a half size smaller than your dress shoes, which means your should go up in size for your running shoes. 3. [...]
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