Tag: organic

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Trying to quit smoking? Acupuncture can help 1

Smoking does nothing good to the body. In fact, it’s a leading cause of disease and disability for almost every organ in the body. It increases the risk of multiple cancers, such as that of the lungs, mouth, throat, stomach, liver, and kidneys. At least 90 percent of lung cancer cases, in particular, are caused […]

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New sound wave technology creates clothes dryer that is 70% more energy efficient 5

In true rockstar fashion, researchers at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee are using sound waves to change the way we live. The team developed a dryer which was five times more energy efficient than its conventional siblings. Lovingly termed the “ultrasonic dryer,” the technology utilized sound waves instead of heat. The replacement of […]

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Reminder: Organic cookies are still cookies – “organic” on the label isn’t a free pass 5

What does it mean to be organic, anyway? In the U.S., food can only be labeled as organic after undergoing certification from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Main requirements for products to be labeled as organic include the absence of any genetic engineering, ionization, and sewage sludge procedure in the creation of the product. […]

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Recipe: How to make a natural, allergy-busting smoothie 3

A runny nose, watery eyes, and wheezy breath can only mean one thing: seasonal allergies are back. If those over-the-counter-drops and sprays aren’t doing it anymore, then you should consider maintaining a well-stocked pantry as well. Nature has blessed us with a vast selection of pure ingredients that can be mixed and matched to deal […]

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All hail the king of comfort foods: The benefits of organic potatoes 15

For a lot of people, nothing says “comfort food” better than a steaming bowl of mashed potatoes — or a helping of french fries, fresh off the fryer. Of course, eating fried potatoes may increase a person’s risk of dying early, but that shouldn’t stop people from eating these delectable spuds. In his video, Dr. Mason […]

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The research is clear: Acupuncture reduces chronic pain better than drugs 13

When you feel pain, what do you do? If it’s minor, you might ignore it and hope it goes away on its own. If you’re still feeling it after some time has passed, perhaps you’ll alternate heat and ice or get some OTC pain pills. If it’s chronic pain, you might turn to physical therapy […]

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Eat more chocolate and drink more green tea: Polyphenols found to help prevent obesity 8

Polyphenols are a group of micronutrients that naturally occur in plants. Cocoa, coffee, green tea, and garcinia are some foods that are rich in polyphenols. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, these plant foods were revealed to help fight obesity. Obesity is the abnormal or excessive buildup of fat […]

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Scientists discover marbled crayfish that didn’t exist 25 years ago but are somehow able to clone themselves 7

Animal cloning is a highly controversial topic that has been the subject of heated debate between experts for quite some time now. Should it be done by humans? Do its cons really outweigh the benefits that it offers? Regardless of the current mainstream view on it, it’s something that’s being done by animals themselves. Indeed, […]

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Yes, even ORGANIC cereals may be poisoning you with toxic chemicals if you buy them from a regular grocery store

You may not be aware of this, but even organic breakfast cereals may be heavily saturated with toxic chemicals if you purchase them from regular grocery stores. As I cover in detail in my Health Ranger Report podcast, below, conventional grocery stores stock a huge assortment of toxic laundry products that emit volatile organic chemicals […]

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Coca-Cola looking to infuse popular beverages with CBD from cannabis

Coca-Cola is looking to enter the budding cannabis industry with a line of specialty beverages. With annual soda sales dropping year after year, the promise of the booming marijuana market is no doubt appealing. Coca-Cola recently revealed that they are in “talks” with a Canadian cannabis company known as Aurora Cannabis Inc. The renowned soda […]