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Animals have feelings too. Do you? 12

Eating is something we take for granted due to conditioning. As little kids what choice do we have other than eating what our parents put before us? But, as we get older and somehow develop consciousness, we can make choices. Hopefully, the processes by which some of our food choices get to us will enable […]

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Questions that are hard to answer 11

If you have sex with a prostitute against her will, is it rape or shoplifting? Can you cry under water? How important does a person have to be before they are considered assassinated instead of just murdered? Why do you have to ‘put your two cents in’, but it’s only ‘a penny for your thoughts’? […]

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Drug-Free Means of Managing Anxiety 10

Anxiety disorders affect over of the American population. In fact, the World Health Organization claims that the U.S. is one of the most affected by depression and anxiety. Many would argue that this is no surprise. Stress is rampant, after all, in America. While civil war isn’t ravaging the American landscape currently, political and social […]

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Visualization and Cancer: Do Happy Organs Mean Healthy Organs? 9

Now what in the world do I mean by happy organs? And what does this silly concept have to do with health anyways? As it turns out, quite a lot. Recent research shows that the process of visualization can significantly increase your health, and it’s not by chance. Focused meditation can actually change your brainwaves, […]

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Every action has a reaction 8

Not long ago, Mike Adams wrote an article regarding karma. I would like to add to that. First and foremost, the driver of a vehicle and the vehicle are two separate entities. Just like it takes a driver to drive a car it takes the driver of the body to drive the bodily vehicle. One […]

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Exercise CAN save your life, especially when it comes to brain health 7

You don’t need to witness someone you love deteriorate right before your eyes to prepare for Alzheimer’s disease: Scientists from the UT Southwestern Medical Center found that regular exercise is linked to increased brain health – which lowers your chances of getting this debilitating condition. In the study, which was published in the Journal for Alzheimer’s Disease, the […]

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Study shows children are still being prescribed opioid pain relievers despite federal warnings against the practice 6

A new study shows that at least one in 20 children are still receiving codeine for pain management following tonsil and adenoid removal procedures, three years after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had restricted its use on kids. The team, composed of members from the University of Chicago Medicine, the University of Michigan, and Harvard University, published […]

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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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How mindfulness-based practices can help you lose weight 4

If you’re struggling to lose some weight with diet and exercise, consider a different approach. Aside from helping you manage stress and improve your focus, mindfulness techniques can help you shed those unwanted pounds. What is mindfulness? Mindfulness, which is rooted in Buddhist meditation, refers to the constant awareness of your own “thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, […]

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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 […]