MTHFR Yes you read that right. No, this is not one of those Eyesight Test Charts the optometrist has you read when you go get your eyes checked… Do you know your MTHFR status? MTHFR is short for methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase. The MTHFR gene produces an enzyme that is necessary for proper vitamin B9 usage. This enzyme is also important for a number of other reasons as it plays an extremely…
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Flu and Colds Be Gone!
Now that flu season is upon us, it’s time to talk about how to keep yourself healthy. Don’t let germs, sickness and yikes dare I say it-the flu-be the gifts that keeps on giving this holiday season for you! Before you run and get that flu shot, take tons of medicines that do more harm than good, or worse yet, get sick, read these tips on how to keep those…
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Beware of Synthetic Scents!
Artificial and fake scents and fragrances have become a rising health concern. Avoid them as much as possible. About 95 percent of chemicals used in synthetic fragrances is derived from petroleum (National Academy of Sciences). That means many toxic and carcinogenic ingredients such as aldehydes are included in these scents. Unfortunately, toxic chemicals have been linked to cancer, birth defects, allergic reactions, central nervous system disorders, and many more disturbing…
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Vitamin D3: A Vitamin of Importance
Vitamin D3 is one of the vitamins from the group of nutrients, together termed as vitamin D. it is a fat-soluble nutrient, which lies underneath the skin and activates on exposure of skin to the sun. It had been underrated and neglected for a long time but recently much attention is being given to the importance of this crucial vitamin. It has great, many benefits and its deficiency lead to…
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How to detoxify and cleanse your body
Detox is a term we have been hearing frequently of late. But what is it really? As you know, human body comes in contact with a lot of toxins through air, food, and water. It is necessary to eliminate these toxins from the body to lead a healthy life. A body that is cleansed and nourished inside out functions to its maximum potential and this cleansing also gives the individual…
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