Author: Pie Mulumba
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Amino Acids: Everything You Should Know
Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins of which the human body needs 20 to grow and function properly. Amino acids are categorized into three groups – essential, conditionally essential, and nonessential. As their name suggests, essential amino acids are vital for a number of internal body processes that include the synthesis of hormones…
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Alkaline Diet: Is It really Worth The Hype?
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Following Kelly Ripa’s proclamation on her morning talk-show that the alkaline diet helped turn her health around, many individuals are…
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Sugar Breakdown: Not All Are Equal (Or Healthy)
Sugar can be found naturally in foods or when it’s added to processed foods. Although they may all have relatively the same sweet taste, not all sugars are the same. Also, some can definitely be more damaging to your health. All sugars help in providing energy. However, one significant difference is the way in which…
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Black Cumin Seeds: Why We Love Them And Their Oil
Black cumin seeds come from the Nigella sativa plant that is native to Asia. Historical accounts of black seed use date back as far as the times of the Egyptian Pharaoh King Tutankhamen (King Tut) as black cumin seeds were found in his tomb. The seeds contain three active compounds that have been attributed to…
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Protein Powders: Your Complete Guide
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Hyaluronic Acid: Everything You Didn’t Know About It
Hyaluronic acid (also known as hyaluronan and commonly referred to as HA) is a natural compound that’s found in the body- mostly the skin, although it can also be found in other tissues. The body contains around 15 grams of hyaluronic acid, an amount that decreases as we age. It is available in supplement form,…
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Yeast Infection: How It Happens And How To Avoid It
A healthy vagina contains both bacterial and yeast cells. However, when the balance of these two compounds shifts, it can potentially cause an infection. Although embarrassing, a vaginal yeast infection is incredibly common. It is so common that nearly three-quarters of all women will experience one at some point in their lives. Yeast infections outside the…
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Pecan Nuts: The Best Antioxidant Snacks Around
Pecan pies are an extremely popular dessert meal, and this can largely be attributed to their nutty ingredient. Native to North America, these nuts grow inside a brown shell and contain more antioxidants than any other tree nut. They contain anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to their rich magnesium content, which can reduce the risk of inflammatory ailments such as…
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UTI: How To Make Nature’s Call More Bearable
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Which Foods Work Best To Prevent Brain Shrinkage?
Our brains tend to naturally shrink in volume as we age. The more they shrink, the higher the risk of our cognitive abilities being affected. However, a recent study has revealed that we can maintain a healthy brain volume by paying attention to our diet. This gives a new meaning to the phrase “you are…