When it comes to calming the angry itching and pain from a shingles rash (caused by the same virus as chickenpox), you may be able to eat your way to relief. The following four foods are things you might want to consider eating even if you’re not suffering from shingles, as they are packed with goodness.
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Osteoarthritis is actually the most common chronic joint problem, caused in part by wear and tear that reduces joint cushioning and cartilage, leading to pain and stiffness. It affects roughly 15-million Americans. While there are medications and other treatments as well as lifestyle changes to address the symptoms, there are also dietary changes that can […]
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You may not wake up and think to yourself, “Wow, I really could use some magnesium today,” but the truth is your body needs it – at least one source says it’s responsible for up to 300 biological functions. In fact, a deficiency can cause motor tics and muscle twitches, anxiety, irregular heartbeat and even […]
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You’re bombarded with messages about how important it is to monitor your sugar intake, as too much can cause a host of problems (especially if you’re diabetic). However, it’s just as important to make sure you have adequate sugar in your system, as you can end up with a variety of symptoms from low blood sugar.
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A balanced diet with a wide variety of foods from every food group is always recommended. But these foods have the potential to be the best types of foods in the world when it comes to nutrition, and some of the results may even surprise you!
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Most of us know that antioxidants are good for us (that’s certainly been drilled in), but do you actually know what antioxidants are, what they do, and where you can find them?
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