Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) is an umbrella term to label one of a myriad of conditions that cause chronic inflammation of the GI tract. The two most common types of IBD are ulcerative colitis and Chron’s disease. In the former, chronic inflammation and ulcers pop up continuously throughout the small intestine and colon. The latter, features inflammation that appears in…
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Bedtime snack has become all but a memory in the treasured experiences of your grandma. It is unfortunate because there really is nothing better than some delicious snacks before bedtime. Well, thankfully, it looks like it is time for the bedtime snack to make a comeback. Research has shown us that depending on what you eat as a snack before…
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Omega-3 fatty acids are technically polyunsaturated fatty acids that have immense health benefits. Amongst the three main omega-3 fatty acids are ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid). ALA is commonly found in plant-based oils such as soybean, canola oils, and flaxseed while EPA and DHA are found in seafood and fish. Why Omega-3 fatty acids? Omega-3…
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Kefir is the fabulous health drink that has been taking the world of healthy eating by storm. While you may just be hearing about kefir now, it has actually always been here. Kefir originated in the Caucasus Mountains over 5,000 years ago. Its popularity has risen in large part due to the rise of lactose intolerant people. It is a…
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Pollution is the main cause of most skin ailments. Whiteheads are one of the most common issues that most women face, especially on our nose and surrounding area. Our skin breathes through pores. When our skin is exposed to oil and dirt pores are blocked. So the oil starts to collect resulting in whiteheads or blackheads. These nasty growths later…
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological disability that can cause a person’s brain to develop differently, especially concerning developmental delays in sociological functioning. There are many complications that can arise from having to deal with autism, both for the child and the parents. ASD is caused by a variety of factors that are both genetic and developmental. This means…
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The most neglected and the most critical part of our body are our feet. They carry us everywhere and is exposed to dirt and pollutants as well. They need attention and care just like our face and hair. If we ignore basic care, our feet will get fungal infections or cracks. Cracked feet invites a lot of other infections, and…
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