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The Health Benefits of Tai Chi

In the United States alone, there are millions of yoga devotees, and for good reason. However, there is another relaxation practice that provides as many mind-and-body health benefits …
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The Importance of Drinking Pure Water

Drinking water in its purest form is the cornerstone of good health, so understanding what is in our tap water is of the utmost importance. Cities and towns …
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Minimalism: A Healthy Approach to Living

Minimalist Living. It’s a concept and phrase that receives a lot of attention but also brings about a fair amount of confusion. Does it mean giving away most …
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What Is Raw Milk?

There are two types of cow’s milk that humans consume: raw milk and pasteurized (commercial) milk. Raw milk comes straight from the cow. It is untreated milk, free …
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Why Choose a Natural Deodorant?

Clean eating and adequate exercise are both essential cornerstones for optimal health, but equally important is the use of natural health and beauty products that are free of …
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The Healthy Approach to Smartphone Use

Why We Love Our Smartphones Not long ago, our digital world consisted of multiple devices: a cell phone, a camera, an iPod for music, a desktop or laptop …
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Meditation: The Mind & Body Benefits

Without a doubt, most of us lead very busy lives. Often, we depend on our electronic devices to keep tabs on our schedules and to stay current on …
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What’s the Healthiest Sweetener?

There are essentially two kinds of sugars in the foods we eat: naturally occurring sugar (for example, fructose in fruit and lactose in milk) and added sugars. The …