Attitude and outlook may not all be in the head. Researchers have found that the gut can function like a second brain—influencing the nervous system and behavior. High fat intake has been shown to effect this gastrointestinal nervous system, helping to improve emotional balance. But not any fat will do—specific fatty acids are the key to unlocking a bright and stable frame of mind.
More Than Just a Gut Feeling — How Mood and Emotions are Influenced by the ‘Second Brain’
Attitude and outlook may not all be in the head. Researchers have found that the gut can function like a second brain—influencing the nervous system and behavior. High fat intake has been shown to effect this gastrointestinal nervous system, helping to improve emotional balance. But not any fat will do—specific fatty acids are the key to unlocking a bright and stable frame of mind.
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5 Food-Medicines That Could Quite Possibly Save Your Life
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By Sayer Ji
Some of the most powerful medicines on the planet are masquerading around as foods and spices. While they do not lend themselves to being patented, nor will multi-billion dollar human clinical trials ever be funded to prove them efficacious, they have been used since time immemorial to both nourish our bodies, and to prevent and treat disease. So valued were these in ancient times that they were worth their weight in gold, and entire civilizations either rose to great power or collapsed as a result of their relationship to them.
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food medicine,
garlic,
GreenMedInfo,
healthy food,
herbal remedies,
honey,
sunshine,
turmeric
Manuka Oil Conquers Deadly MRSA Bacteria Where Conventional Medicine Fails
With life threatening instances of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections on the rise, many are seeking safe and effective alternatives in the realm of natural medicine. Manuka oil is a shinning example. Reports of healing attributed to the oil are becoming more commonplace - oftentimes in cases where patients have suffered from MRSA boils, lesions and open wounds that did not respond to antibiotic treatments. Extracted from the leaves and branches of the L. scoparium manuka tree native to New Zealand, this essential oil not only conquers deadly bacterial infections, but also relieves a host of other ailments - from anxiety to eczema. As a potent healer, manuka oil is making its mark as a remedy far more effective than conventional medical care.
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manuka oil,
MRSA,
natural remedies
Stop Hair Loss and Damage With These Natural Remedies
Americans are not known for their lush locks and it is no wonder—the diet tends to be high in harmful fats, laden with sugar and heavy with animal protein along with dairy. All these foods contribute to hair loss and breakage according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Harsh shampoo as well as chemicals in the water aren't helping the matter either. But there's hope. By revamping the diet, adding a few supplements and introducing shampoo-free cleansing, a healthy head of hair is possible.
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hair loss,
healthy hair,
natural remedies
Cacao: An Ancient Medicine Validated By Modern Science
Legendary cacao has a long history of medicinal use throughout Mesoamerica and South America. Today, science confirms chocolate has many favorable qualities that support health and psychological well-being. The benefits of this magical bean are magnified when the cacao is high-quality, raw and organic.
Could Micro-Algae Free America From Foreign Wars, Debt and Environmental Destruction? ‘Green Crude Oil’ and ‘Living Buildings’ May Hold the Secret to Liberation
Next time you notice green slime growing in a pool or pond, take a second look. Incredibly, that bit of algae could be the secret to solving our war related financial difficulties and environmental troubles. As an incredible source of alternative energy, algae is used in a variety of innovative ways. Two outstanding examples include an office building utilizing a bioadaptive facade to produce energy as well as an American company that employs the power behind this tiny organism to manufacture biofuel.
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corruption,
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micro-agae,
oil,
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Turmeric—A Fierce Superfood Spice That Melts Away Body Fat and Defeats Insulin Resistance
Besides garnering attention as a a veritable fountain of youth, cancer tamer and fibromyalgia remedy, turmeric has proven itself to be a formidable weight loss superfood as well. Easing inflammation is just one benefit of this golden beauty. It also mitigates insulin resistance and balances blood glucose levels while helping to prevent the spread of fat tissue—providing a powerful tool in the battle of the bulge. A staple in Asian cultures for centuries, turmeric is a safe, flavorful and nutrient packed addition to any diet or weight loss plan.
Colorful fat fighter
Research at Tufts University in Boston discovered that curcumin (the active ingredient in turmeric) reduced weight gain and total body fat in mice who consumed the compound. Eighteen mice divided into three groups were fed either a low fat, high fat or curcumin enhanced high fat diet. At the end of the study, body weight of the mice and fat distribution were measured. For those who ingested the diet with curcumin, both total body fat and weight gain were reduced—even though food intake was not restricted. Blood glucose, cholesterol, fatty acid, triglyceride and liver fat were lower as well.
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turmeric,
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