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Hops lowers pain and reduces pain-associated sleep disruptions, study finds

Many consumers are aware that blossums from the hops plant (Humulus lupulus) are used in the beer brewing industry to add flavor to the beer....
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We know soda pop is unhealthy, but studies reveal drinking soda on a hot day is down right lethal!

Many studies have linked the regular consumption of soda pop with increased odds of early death. These studies typically focus on the damage caused over...
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U.S. women now rank only 47th in height, but new study shows protein increase can offset decline

In 1914, U.S. men were the third-tallest in the world. Only a couple of Scandinavian countries---where the Vikings used to reign---had men that were slightly...
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Resveratrol cuts hospitalization rate for COVID outpatients, study finds

A new double-blind, placebo-controlled study has found that resveratrol can be used therapeutically to cut the rate of hospitalization for people diagnosed with COVID-19. Resveratrol...
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Use zero-calorie sugar substitutes? Research shows your liver needs herbal support

Almost everyone is aware that cancer risk has been linked to the use of some some sugar substitutes. The controversy goes back at least to...
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Study finds zinc helps protect from, and shortens, respiratory tract infections

In a review of 28 zinc trials conducted in multiple countries, researchers found participants who used the essential mineral had significantly better outcomes when fighting...
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As new COVID variants emerge, research highlights the nutrients you need for protection

As new variants of COVID emerge---and as The Centers for Disease Control admits that vaccinations don't guarantee protection---the importance of maintaining an optimal immune system...
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Need incentive to lose weight? Risk of death from disease, including COVID, higher for overweight individuals

In this politically-correct age, health advocates are frequently censored for simply pointing out that being overweight is unhealthy. But last week the British Medical Journal...
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Resveratrol improves bone mineral density in women, according to new study

Resveratrol is known for its ability to strengthern the immune system, improve cardiovascular health and support cognitive function. Now it appears improving bone health can...
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Does the president's medical team know something about zinc research that we don't?

Last week the media was in an uproar because U.S. President Donald Trump reported he was taking the "unapproved" drug hydroxychloroquine for protection against COVID-19....
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Scientists pinpoint zinc's mechanism for providing immune protection

Zinc deficiency is common. In fact, it's so common that experts estimate approximately two billion people worldwide are deficient. And research has repeatedly shown this...
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L-Arginine Doesn’t Boost Growth Hormone or Increase Circulation--Unless...

L-arginine truly is a great nutrient for heart health but here’s the thing people overlook: it absolutely needs citrulline and L-ornithine to complete the urea...
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Macro counting causes disease, even blindness

A calorie is a calorie, right? Wrong! If all you do is count calories you're still setting yourself up for a life of disease. For...
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New research highlights the killing power of soda pop

A large European study has added to the considerable evidence that regular soda pop consumption contributes to early death. The study demonstrated that even a...
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Vitamin D deficiency linked to chronic headaches

If you’re suffering from chronic headaches, you may want to consider spending a little more time in the sun—or start taking a quality vitamin D...
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Give Fat Nowhere to Hide

Unless we want to go back to the hunter-gatherer days, or even the days of the plow, reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is going...
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Poor gut bacteria is causing your junk food cravings

If you’re trying to incorporate healthier foods into your diet but find you're still continually craving junk food, the challenge you’re facing is not really...
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10 foods to help keep your potassium level where it should be

An essential mineral Potassium is one of the seven essential macrominerals. The human body uses potassium constantly to support key processes. According to Medical News...
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