While the easiest plan for tackling colds and the flu is typically OTC or prescription medications, there are natural remedies available that you can use alongside traditional medicine to fight both, reducing symptoms and working well against viral activity. If you’re fighting a bad cold or the flu this winter, you should try some of…
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With the holidays largely out of the way for a while, you might be thinking about taking it easy on cooking large meals. Plenty of work went into those meals accommodating large numbers of people, and it’s understandable if takeout and pasta will be more your speed for a week or so. However, there are…
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For those who’ve ever had one drink too many, you’re likely well accustomed to a hangover’s tell-tale symptoms—throbbing temples and a concentrated pain in your forehead exacerbated by simply moving or breathing. There’s also that lump in the throat from a sick stomach that’s just barely keeping in the previous night’s alcohol as well as…
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With winter practically around the corner, most of us have reached the point where the arsenal of immune system-boosting rituals needs to come out to help us acclimate to the oncoming cold. From hot soups throughout the week to natural remedies like ginger, turmeric, and Manuka honey, it’s smart to prepare yourself for winter by…
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Commonly known by the name “jock itch,” especially in athletes and men, the fungal infection tinea cruris causes both burning and itching of the groin, thanks to a fungus called Trichophyton rubrum, which also causes ringworm nail infections, foot infections, and beard, hair, and scalp fungal infections. As with most types of fungi, T. rubrum…
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Summer has come and gone, and now flu season has arrived, meaning we’re at that special point in the year when the throat is far more susceptible to scratchiness and soreness. For many people, sore throats are a simple annoyance, but for those out there whose livelihood is dependent upon their speaking and singing ability,…
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Down on the coastal tip of Texas, specifically in South Padre Island, a nonprofit by the name of Sea Turtle Inc. works to rehabilitate injured sea turtles, even occasionally using Manuka honey to help with their injuries along with the rest of their treatment. And with nearly all their patients, the compassionate staff need to…
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Anyone who has ever had a canker sore will tell you that these tiny mouth sores are not only painful, but they’re also persistent little buggers that often only show up at the worst time imaginable. When they appear, these sores, which also go by the name “aphthous ulcers,” can be found under or on…
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In its raw form, honey was said to have been used throughout history for various wellness and therapeutic uses dating all the way back to the world’s earliest of civilizations. What these early peoples prized honey for is the same as people today—the sweet syrup’s alleged antimicrobial properties, which is said to be even stronger…
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As most adults know, the chicken pox disease typically happens during early childhood, but what many don’t know is it can leave behind unsightly scars on your skin. In most cases, these scars eventually fade away without any assistance, but, even so, many with these scars feel embarrassed by them and want to handle the…
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Once summer passes us by, autumn and winter will be coming along for their annual ride and bring flu and cold season with them. When this time of year arrives, the immune system needs a bit of reinforcement. Fortunately, along with antibiotics and other medicines your doctor may prescribe for a flu or cold, there…
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While many simply consider cycling a fun hobby, it’s also much more than that when it comes to the body—it keeps your muscles in tip-top shape, preserves cholesterol and body fat, and per several studies, can hold back aging effects and modernize one’s immune system. The thymus, which is a lymphoid organ, regularly makes T-cells…
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After being in a hospital for almost eight months, a man from north Auckland, New Zealand has a plan for helping hospitals to better feed their patients, specifically through healthier food options. Twenty-nine-year-old Danny Battershill has had severe eczema since childhood and has had many hospital visits since then, including his eight months in several different hospitals…
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Whenever you finalize your decision to stick to a diet and fitness routine, with the ultimate goal being to lose weight, one of the easiest ways to get started is by monitoring your calorie count. Basically, calories are basic units of energy that can be found in every food group, and they’re essential for maintaining…
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In this day and age, there are plenty of things that can cause you to start losing sleep—from a busy, stressful lifestyle, a digital device that emits blue lighting before you go to bed, to bedroom set ups that aren’t conducive for getting a good night’s sleep. So many factors contribute to sleepless nights, and…
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While some parts of the U.S. still feel as if they’re in the middle of summer, it doesn’t change the fact that winter is around the corner, and with it comes flu and cold season. Coughing fits, sore throats, and runny noses are never fun and can be incredibly frustrating, but, fortunately, there are many…
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For those who’ve never heard of it, gastritis causes inflammation of the stomach lining, and while many instances of gastritis warrant medical attention, some cases can possibly be treated with simple home remedies. Many factors are involved whenever gastritis flares up, including excessive consumption of alcohol, extended pain medication use, Helicobacter pylori bacteria, stress, and…
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Given where the United States lies geographically, most if not all of us understand the issue of sweat once the summer heat rolls in. No matter how many lakes, rivers, pools, or oceans we jump into or how much deodorant we buy, we’re often stuck in a sweat fest for at least half the…
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When you’re trying to deal with your acne, but nothing’s working, and it seems to only be getting worse, it’s easy to imagine how much this can stress you out. And, of course, to add insult to injury, breakouts seem to happen only at the most inconvenient of times—the morning before that big job interview,…
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For those who want to eat healthier but are struggling to wrap their minds around it, there are a couple of changes you can make to your kitchen and your habits that just might help you trick your brain into making healthy eating happen. With the help of a few nutritionists and dietitians, here are some…
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For those who find themselves in a Whole Foods at least several times in a typical month, you’ve likely noticed the Bragg brand on the shelves with their distinctive yellow labels. While the branding itself leaves a little to be desired, Bragg’s nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, and liquid aminos are several “health” products you’ll…
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Anyone suffering from gastritis problems knows how painful and inconvenient it can be. For many people, this condition is a direct side effect of medications they are taking. So, while there are plenty of over-the-counter medications to treat it, the last thing they want to do is take a pill to solve problems they are…
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Earlier this month, a teen’s Twitter account blew up after she posted a before and after picture. The reason for the 12,000 likes and 3,600 retweets? The amazing picture of the acne problem she had on her face before she started using a homemade remedy to treat it and the results afterwards. According to Allure,…
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In a perfect world, all honey would be nutritious and healthy, but that is hardly the case. There is a big difference in using the pasteurized honey that comes in the funny little bear on the shelves and raw honey, such as the Manuka honey products offered here. Unlike pasteurized honey, there are some rather…
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Since most exotic pets are both quiet and small, they can make great pets for apartments. While you should check your homeowner/tenant agreement to ensure pets are allowed, compact animals like these can usually be made into an exception. If you can, get your permission in writing, and once you’re clear to pick your exotic…
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For those who’ve taken on the responsibility of owning a chinchilla, it’s important to remember that they can live out long, healthy, and happy lives when supplied with a good home, plenty of attention and love, and a balanced diet. Ensuring that your chinchilla is cared for properly acts as the best preventative medicine around,…
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Every dog owner knows about feeding dogs chocolate and how it’s terrible idea, but it’s crucial they know about every human food that can potentially harm their dog. With this additional knowledge, you can start offering just healthy foods while keeping the harmful ones out of your beloved pet’s reach. If you’ve had dogs long…
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Whether we use it for baking, sweetening tea, or just take it straight from the jar, honey products, particularly Manuka honey products, are delicious wonders brought to us via tiny pollinating insects known as honeybees. While most individuals can consume honey without any worry, even, in some cases, feeding it to dogs or other pets…
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There are plenty of things that are easy to protect ourselves and our dogs from—to protect cuts and scrapes from getting infected, for example, you might use antibiotic ointment and Manuka honey. However, there are conditions that are slightly more difficult to protect from, and one of those conditions would be Lyme disease. Despite improvements…
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For those who elect to take up the challenge of raising goats, assuming they have both the time and space to do so, they can expect to be caring for goat “kids” sooner rather than later, especially when raising dairy goats. Providing the proper care for goat kids as well as the right shelter and…
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For those who may have never heard of them previously, chinchillas are small rodents that originate from South America, often found in arid, rocky, areas up in mountain ranges. The larger, more durable cousins of mice and hamsters, these fluff balls can live between 15 and 22 years, measuring between 10 and 14 inches long…
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Being a responsible dog owner entails more than simply adoring and loving your dog (though that’s a crucial part of the job). This is a real commitment consisting of vital aspects that cannot simply be ignored, so before deciding to become a dog owner, you must first commit yourself to acting responsibly. In addition to…
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While it is a very rare occurrence, usually less than ten per year, every now and then someone loses their life after they were stung multiple times by bees or similarly venomous insects. However, while most people can admit to receiving bee stings in the past, few end up in the hospital afterward, but this…
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Kourtney Kardashian, the older sister of Kim and Khloe Kardashian, is, like the rest of the Jenner-Kardashian clan, known for starring in various reality television shows as well as having several clothing and skin care lines and acting as the spokeswoman for Quick Trim, a dietary supplement. This very public family has become famous for…
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For hedgehog owners, the idea that their beloved pet might have mites is not a pleasant one, but it is one that owners must be aware of and be ready to treat when the time comes. Mites can cause itching and even quill and hair loss, and many can agree that the little buggers are…
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For those who don’t know precisely what smog is, it is a mix of emissions in certain climate conditions that include ozone, industrial and vehicle pollutants, open burning, and incinerators. Many urban and even suburban areas experience smog in one form or another, with the United States experiencing this more during summer while places like…
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As many pet owners likely know, cats are the animals that get all the credit when it comes to landing on their feet. However, one lucky Labrador from Falkirk, Scotland just proved that canines can be just as surefooted as their feline counterparts. This seven-year-old pup, Suki, fell from a vehicle her owners were driving…
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Despite the fact some birds have the ability to “talk,” we haven’t yet reached the point where they can simply inform their owners when they are in pain or feel sick. Since signs of weakness in the wild would spell trouble if any predators took note, birds, like other prey animals, are infamously astute when…
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Many have been in this situation—person comes home from work only to find an adult songbird in the bushes that doesn’t try to fly away. Any non-fledgling bird that doesn’t immediately fly off likely needs help, because it’s either injured or sick and has to be taken to a licensed, nearby wildlife rehabilitator. While it…
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Jessica Kahawaty, who was the second runner-up for Miss World 2012, is more than a pretty face—the Lebanese Australian beauty queen is also a model, TV host, charity worker, lawyer, and the most recent big name to open and close the Kookai Runway. All in all, Kahawaty, 29, may be considered an overachiever but with…
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