In a study led by Dr. Rafael Harpaz of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researchers found that 3% of adults in the U.S. population had a weakened immune system. Surprisingly, the highest prevalence was among women, people in their 50s and Caucasians. While we’ve always known that our gastrointestinal tract (GI) keeps us…
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Did you know there are 340,000 certified personal trainers in the United States? Finding a personal trainer that fits your unique needs can be a challenge, especially if you’ve never been in the market for a personal trainer. Yet, hiring a personal trainer can be more beneficial than buying a gym membership. That’s why today,…
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Do you have a tough time falling asleep on most nights? The National Sleep Foundation says that people should try reading, meditating, and even getting up for 20 minutes or so before returning to bed in order to improve their chances of drifting off to sleep. There’s also one other thing you might want to try when you’re feeling frustrated over your…
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For an average person’s diet, they should have about 10 to 35% of their calories come from protein. Protein is important for your regular diet, but it’s even more important if you exercise frequently. Your workout regimen is on point, but your diet could use some work. Start bulking up with these powerful, protein-packed muscle…
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The food industry is facing a new scandal or allegation with each passing day. With the rising number of people suffering from diseases like cancer, you might have mixed reactions towards what you eat. The findings of heavy metal range from baby food, to apple juice, fish, and even the water supply, (just to name…
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Sometimes it feels like we can’t do anything enjoyable without some kind of negative side effect. That’s definitely true when it comes to certain eco-minded behaviors. But it’s also true when doing something as simple as having a cup of coffee, and realizing that we’re slowly staining our teeth. Cosmetic teeth whitening is a billion…
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While most mattresses can last you for up to 10 years, it’s advisable that you rotate and clean them as well as replace them even more often than that. With the latest in mattress technology, there’s never been a better time than now to replace your mattress. The types of mattresses available offer the opportunity…
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Long before modern-day medicine, synthetic drugs and advanced technology, people used plants to meet their health care needs. Believe it or not, the World Health Organization estimates that nearly 80% of the world’s population still uses plants and other traditional remedies as their primary form of medication. From cannabis to sage, medicinal herbs and plants…
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Your yard looks alright, but it’s missing something. Right now, it’s just average. You want it to be spectacular. You’ve come to the right place. Below, we’re going to provide you with nine tips for yard maintenance. Once you’re through with these, you’ll have the best-looking yard on the block! 1. Update Your Mailbox You…
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It’s every business owner’s worst nightmare: an overflowing drain that floods carpeting, furniture, and other fixtures with dirty wastewater. Not only are you wasting water, but your next high water bill will be paired with costly plumbing repairs and water restoration! When you take the time to prevent clogs and leaks in advance, you save…
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Having chickens can be an excellent and productive relationship, but do you know how to clean a chicken coop properly? Depending on how your enclosure is designed (check out these awesome layouts at Organicchickenfeed.com), it can be daunting trying to figure out how to clean each of the living areas in the coop. If you…
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The pandemic has come with a lot more repercussions than meets the eye. For example, vehicle break-ins have spiked all across the country these past few months. Being the victim of a car break-in can be scary, as well as a big inconvenience to your daily plans. However, there are specific steps you can take…
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An eco-friendly makeover for your home is an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint—but make sure your approach is a true “green” approach! Your heart and intentions can be in the right place, but it’s easy to make some common mistakes when trying to choose eco-friendly renovations for your home. In some cases, the…
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Did you know that a whopping 91% of plastic isn’t recycled? This shocking statistic shines a spotlight on the plastic war that the world is currently fighting. Have you joined the battle against plastic? To start, you MUST recycle! If your family doesn’t think twice about throwing away soda bottles, food waste, wrappers, and jars…
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How environmentally friendly is your HVAC? Though air conditioning is not very eco-friendly, the more advanced HVAC systems are, the more efficiently they run. Still, as of 2018, 12 percent of US home energy consumption comes from air conditioning. Therefore, it’s important to try to reduce the carbon footprint of your new HVAC system. Check…
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All around us, climate change is having a marked effect on the planet. Scientists recently announced that the oceans are hotter than ever before, while wildfires like those in Australia are expected to become commonplace. Everyone needs to make a difference. There are 100 companies that contribute 71 percent of the world’s emissions. While these…
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Do you often go to sustainable restaurants? Perhaps you don’t even realize it when you do. These restaurants are like any others in most ways, except that they go to great lengths to preserve the natural environment while conducting their business. “Sustainability focuses on meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of…
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