Category Archives for "Health & Beauty"
November 5, 2009
- in Health & Beauty by Alexis Rodrigo
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Licorice: A Natural Healing Herb
Almost everyone has had licorice candy before, but many people haven’t even heard about the herb that gives the candy its name. This is a shame because the licorice root is a powerful medicine that can help you heal and live a healthier life. Licorice candy is so named because black licorice actually used to […]
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November 3, 2009
- in Natural Beauty by Alexis Rodrigo
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Natural Remedies for Skin Problems
Every year, millions of dollars are spent trying to treat skin conditions like acne, eczema, and rosacea. For many people, these conditions are simply embarrassing and often temporary, but they can also be painful, and for some never go away. While doctors may treat your condition with pills and creams, they are often very expensive […]
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November 1, 2009
Why Dark Chocolate Is a Healthy Food
We’ve been starting to hear for a while now that dark chocolate is not only not bad for you, it’s actually being considered a health food. But this can’t be true, right? It has to be a hoax by the chocolate companies to get us to buy more candy, doesn’t it? Actually, more and more […]
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October 24, 2009
Volatile Organic Compounds In Your Home
You may have heard about VOCs or Volatile Organic Compounds. They’re essentially dangerous gases which are emitted from a variety of solids and liquids. This article explores what VOCs can do to your health, where to find them, and how to avoid them. VOCs and Your Health According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), VOCs […]
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October 23, 2009
How to Detox and Heal Eczema
If you’re one of the three percent of adults that has to deal with eczema, you know what frustration feels like. You’ve probably tried all kinds of pills, creams, and seemingly ridiculous regimens with very little luck. Well, all these chemicals you’re adding may just be part of the cause of your problem. As we […]
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