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You think girls get most excited about diamonds and puppies? Well, think again. Nothing gets a girl happier than taking a well-deserved vacation with her friends. Traveling to a warm and sunny place, preferably one with clear blue water and white sand beaches has to be at the top of all girls’ bucket lists. Throw […]
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We use the word ‘stress’ so many times in a day. And why not? We find ourselves in stressful situations every single day. From running around for school to working two jobs a day, there are several reasons why you might be stressed out. However, a new study shows just how much of an impact […]
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Has someone ever commented on the beautiful color of your eyes? It’s one of those things that we get our sense of self from and goes along with the color of our hair and skin as parts of ourselves that we feel is unchangeable. But did you know that your eyes, no matter what color […]
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Were you surprised when you found out that coca cola (dearly known as coke) can be used to clean the toilet!? Yuck! I know! The good news though, is that we can use easy to find ingredients to clean toilet bowls without the use of store-bought bleaches, and clean them just as thoroughly, if not […]
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at dietoflife.com. Epsom salt consists of magnesium and sulfate, a composition which can help improve health in numerous significant ways. A lack of magnesium, which helps regulate the activity of more than 300 enzymes in the body, can contribute to high blood pressure, hyperactivity, heart problems and […]
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When it comes to sleep, quality and quantity are key. We all know the importance of sleep to overall health, wellbeing and longevity, but it turns out that our body’s natural circadian rhythms could be the secret culprit to a fatal health epidemic: heart disease. Our bodies’ natural sleep-wake cycles aren’t often studied in relation […]
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According to the American psychological association sleep is the most influential factor in regards to our health and life expectancy. That’s a fact you probably don’t want to know on one of those awful nights when you desperately want to fall asleep! You’ve got an important meeting in the morning, an interview or a flight, […]
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Are you experiencing bloating, weight gain, stomach aches, headaches, fatigue or irritable bowel syndrome and you can’t seem to figure out why? You may be experiencing a food sensitivity. After all, they are common in about 75% of the population. Believe it or not, even healthy foods like nightshade vegetables can be causing this. What’s […]
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You know that plant that koalas base their diet on? The ones that grow mainly in Australia and also provide homes to these fuzzy grey creatures. Yep, I’m talking about the Eucalyptus tree. Well, what you probably didn’t realize was that although this tree is incredibly tasty to our Australian furry friends it is also […]
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Working out in a pool is infinitely more rewarding than working out on dry land. It refreshing, easy on your joints, and fun! Aquatic exercises can burn fat and they’re healing, too, easing symptoms for arthritis and fibromyalgia sufferers. Water is one of the best fitness tools there is. It provides resistance which strengthens muscles […]
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Planks are an amazing activity to add to your workout routine. But, let’s be honest, planks can often times be boring. Looking for motivation to sneak more planks into your daily regimen? Here are the 7 amazing benefits of planking! We promise, with these benefits, you won’t be disappointed. First and foremost, remember to practice proper […]
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Is Coffee Bad for You? Adrenal Fatigue Caffeine dependence can lead to adrenal fatigue. This is because caffeine in coffee (and some teas, too!) stimulates a stress response in the brain, which causes your adrenal glands to release stress hormones. Those who are regular drinkers of coffee are actually weakening these adrenal glands, and overtime […]