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The Rise of Functional Medicine: New Paradigm Gets to the Root Cause of Disease

Dec 29, 2015 06:25PM ● By Lisa Marshall

Instead of focusing on symptomatic diagnoses of heart, liver, respiratory or other conditions, functional medicine looks deeply into our personal history and the body’s interlinked systems to heal the whole person.

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Vitamin E and D Supplements Hinder Alzheimer’s and Falls Among Elderly: Healthy Additives for Seniors

Dec 29, 2015 05:22PM

The progression of Alzheimer’s was slowed in patients taking vitamin E, and falling was reduced by half for those taking vitamin D.

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Leave Them at the Door: Shoe Soles Harbor Risky Bacteria: Footwear's Harmful Germs

Dec 29, 2015 05:22PM

A third of homes in a University of Houston random study were contaminated with an antibiotic-resistant bacteria, apparently tracked in by shoes.

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Sunlight Reduces Risk of Pancreatic Cancer: Natural Vitamin D Yields Protection

Dec 29, 2015 05:22PM

People living in sunny regions have about one-sixth the rate of pancreatic cancer as those in cloudy climes.

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Feel Young, Live Long: Perceived Age Can Affect Longevity

Dec 29, 2015 05:22PM

British scientists report that seniors that feel at least three years younger than their chronological age have almost half the early death rate of those that say they feel more than a year older.

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Good Reasons to Try Acupuncture: Thousands of Studies Show Healing Results

Dec 29, 2015 05:22PM ● By Kathleen Barnes

Research reports how acupuncture is particularly powerful for back pain, headaches, allergies and digestive problems.

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Digital ‘Blue Light’ Reading Disrupts Sleep Rhythms: Power Off Early for a Restful Night

Nov 30, 2015 10:48AM

Immersing ourselves in a tablet or computer before bedtime disturbs sleep patterns and may change our body’s natural circadian rhythms.

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Spirituality is Beneficial for Cancer Patients: Strong Belief System Aids the Ill

Nov 30, 2015 10:48AM

Cancer patients with strong religious or spiritual beliefs experience fewer symptoms, lower anxiety and distress, and stronger social health, researchers find.

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Meditation Linked to Telomere Integrity in Cancer Patients: Mindfulness Helps Recovery

Nov 30, 2015 10:48AM

The chromosomal decline common in breast cancer is averted when patients either do yoga and meditate or participate in a therapy support group.

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Heavenly Scents: How to Make Your Own Natural Oil Fragrances

Nov 30, 2015 10:47AM ● By Kathleen Barnes

Using essential oils to blend your own distinctive fragrances, we both tap into their healing powers and avoid the toxins found in most commercial perfumes.

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