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Ashwagandha, also called Indian Ginseng, has been a staple in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for over 4000 years. Known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-stress properties, ashwagandha, is reported to enhance overall health and increase longevity. Moreover, this ancient herb is belie [...]
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Could an apple a day actually keep those extra pounds away?  According to a recent study published in the journal, Food Chemistry, the answer is a resounding YES.  A wealth of research has already found that apples can improve your health in many ways and help reduce the risk of heart dis [...]
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Let’s face it.  For most of us life simply tastes better with a little cinnamon sprinkled on it.  Best known as a culinary spice, cinnamon has recently emerged as a strategy for controlling blood sugar, burning fat, and curbing food cravings.  The most compelling research on the [...]
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Perhaps you have heard.  Walking is good for you.  Walking outdoors with other people after a meal is particularly good for you.  All this is common knowledge.  Less well known, however, are the many reasons after dinner strolling improves your health and happiness.  I have [...]
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The age-related decrease in testosterone seen in aging males is commonly referred to as “andropause” and can result in negative effects on sexual function, vitality, physical function, cognitive function, anemia, bone density, and cardiovascular status. With an increasingly aging populat [...]
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Insufficient sleep has long been linked to numerous health problems including excessive weight gain. Research has shown that individuals who skimp on sleep weigh more than those who get enough. For example, The Nurse’s Health Study, which followed more than 60,000 women for up to 16 years, fou [...]
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Ongoing clinical research has shown that individuals placed on a diet appropriate to their DNA can lose up to 76% more weight. We at Health Remedies are proud to announce our new partnership with genoVive, a leader in personalized nutrition, to provide you with a comprehensive weight loss program ta [...]
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Having excess weight puts you at risk for an astounding collection of adverse health problems which include heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain types of cancer, which are also some of the leading causes of death. Not only does it affect a person's physical well being, it also puts a tol [...]
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An often overlooked yet common and serious health concern among older adults is vitamin B12 (cobalamin) deficiency. About 20% of people 50 years and above may be low in vitamin B12, and the prevalence of this deficiency advances with age. A recent study published in the journal Applied Physiology, N [...]
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Giving in to temptation seems to be the easiest thing to do during the holiday season, especially when surrounded with holiday treats. Sticking to your diet and exercise routine can be a challenge. Many  people gain an average of 1 to 3 pounds during the holidays and folks who are already overw [...]
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