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What to Expect During a Metabolic Detox

May 28, 2021 ● By Robin Foroutan

A metabolic detox plan helps the body address and remove toxins. The human body is exposed to both endogenous and environmental toxins every day. Common types of toxins include heavy metals, pesticides, plastics, industrial chemicals, and bacterial endotoxins.

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Beat the Blues Naturally: Drug-Free Ways to Treat Depression

May 28, 2021 ● By Julie Peterson

Herbs, dietary changes, exercise routines and other effective alternative therapies to naturally help treat those suffering from depression without the side effects of antidepressants.

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Hypoallergenic May Not Mean Allergen-friendly

May 19, 2021 ● By Tiffany Hinton, GF Mom Certified

Sponsored Content Allergic reactions to makeup and skincare items are more common than understood, as reactions can be mild like itchy, watery eyes, red patches and increased acne. Even more concerning, allergy sufferers may continue to see reactions after switching to hypoallergenic makeup brands. GF Mom Certifed Tiffany Hinton discusses allergen-free make-up options.

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Many Dental Issues are Preventable

Apr 30, 2021 ● By Bernice Teplitsky

Several factors can contribute to our ideas of “inherited” bad teeth or surprise dental issues. The most common of these are actually diet and brushing techniques.

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Peptide Therapy Helps to Promote Cellular Healing

Apr 30, 2021 ● By Carrie Jackson

Peptides are short strings of amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, which control many of the fundamental processes in the body. Peptide therapy uses specific combinations of these amino acids that communicate with different parts of the body and aid in cellular repair.

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Three Ways To Say ‘Yes’ to Self-Care

Apr 30, 2021 ● By Julie M. Gentile

Every day, we make choices that lean toward optimal well-being or away from it: We can’t exercise—too many errands. We can’t go to bed early—too many deadlines. We’ll meditate when we have more energy. We’ll clear the clutter when we have more time. Turn “can’t” into “can” and “no” into “yes” with these three tips.

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Celiac Disease Awareness Month ~ Living and Thriving with Celiac Disease

Apr 30, 2021 ● By Tiffany Hinton

According to research, the average patient can take up to 14 years to properly receive a celiac disease diagnosis. Symptoms can range from mild to severe, and include diarrhea, bloated belly, weight loss, malnutrition, skin rashes and in children, even a diagnosis of failure to thrive.

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Integrative Women’s Wellness: Five Top Health Concerns and What to Do

Apr 30, 2021 ● By Ronica O’Hara

Holistic, integrative approaches for women's top five health concerns including cancer, heart disease, autoimmune diseases, hormonal imbalances and depression.

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Homeopathy to the Rescue: Create a Family First-Aid Kit

Apr 30, 2021 ● By Marlaina Donato

The emergency remedies of homeopathy are straight-forward, low-cost and easy to administer for first aid to cuts, burns, bumps and bruises, insect bites, and poison ivy.

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Breathe Easy: Natural Remedies for Allergy Woes

Mar 31, 2021 ● By Ronica O’Hara

Holistic, non-pharmaceutical approaches to naturally fighting off seasonal allergies for the 1 in 5 Americans suffering from allergic rhinitis—also known as hay fever.

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How to Have Healthy and Beautiful Skin Now and Into the Spring

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Paulina Iannotta

Constant temperature changes, frost, wind and UV rays may affect all skin types, making it rough and oversensitive. Here are some tips for how to enjoy healthy and beautiful skin from Naperville esthetician Paulina Iannotta.

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From the Slumber of Winter To the Awakening of Spring

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Polly Liontis

Mother Earth is awakening from the depths of her winter hibernation with nutrients stirring as she massages and softens the shells of seeds beginning their journey toward the surface. This eternal process can provide a roadmap to follow so that we may also awake, flourish and blossom like our surroundings. Polly Liontis of Zen Shiatsu Chicago explains how Chinese medicine philosophy provides some lessons.

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A Cup of Tea a Day Keeps the Doctor Away

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Brian Scott Lipton

For years, various studies have shown the numerous health benefits of drinking tea instead of coffee. That’s one reason why, according to Statistica, tea is now the second most widely consumed beverage worldwide, following only water.

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Try Refreshing Herbal Tea Beverages for a Daily Health Boost

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Tiffany Hinton

Herbal teas offer many health benefits. For instance, hibiscus may lower blood pressure, peppermint may relieve a headache and basil may open the sinuses, allowing easier breathing. Enjoy these delicious and healthy gluten-free herbal recipes from GF Mom Certified's Tiffany Hinton.

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Psychedelic mushrooms containing psilocybin for mental health healing

The Healing Potential of Psychedelic Medicines: Promising Studies on Stress Disorder, Depression and Addiction

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Linda Sechrist

Studies show that psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA can help heal trauma, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, addiction and other mental and behavioral conditions.

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