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Although excessive sodium can cause a variety of health problems, ranging from edema to hypertension, modest amounts of salt is good for the health. After all, body fluids are made from a combination of sodium and water. In today’s post, we are listing down the surprising health benefits of salt: Promotes Better Oral Health Natural sea salt contains a small …

Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic ritual that dates back to over 3,000 years ago. Also known as “kavala” or “gundusha,” oil pulling involves swirling a spoonful of oil in the mouth for 20 minutes, first thing in the morning. According to practitioners, swirling the oil in the mouth helps draw toxins away from the body and improve health. Because …

Obesity affects millions of children and adults around the globe. 74% of men or 3 in 4 men are considered obese or overweight. According to the World Health Organization, the complications of obesity include diabetes and heart disease.  So how dangerous is obesity in men? Let’s find out: Decreased Infertility Obesity affects the hormones and the entire reproductive system of …

Salt therapy is a form of alternative medicine that treats respiratory ailments using salt. This healing method is based on a Polish practice of immersing patients in mineral water in the 12th century. As the name implies, salt therapy utilizes dry salt to treat various ailments. It works by exposing the patient to a room covered in salt (salt caves, …

Hemp oil is a type of light or dark green oil derived from pressed hemp seeds. The oil has a grassy aroma and a nutty flavor. Clear hemp oil is the refined version of this oil. Refined hemp oil has very little vitamins and antioxidants compared to cold pressed hemp oil. Essentially, the darker the oil, the higher the nutritional …

Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative condition that affects the central nervous system of the brain, particularly the motor system. This condition is caused by the death of dopamine-generating brain cells in the midbrain. Unfortunately, Parkinson’s disease is an incurable disorder. The treatments for this condition are geared towards controlling the symptoms. In today’s post, we are listing down the existing …

Gene therapy is a type of alternative healing technique that uses a patient’s own genes to treat or prevent a certain disease. According to medical experts, if the technology is perfected, gene therapy could one day make drugs and surgeries obsolete. How does Gene Therapy work? Gene therapy works in many ways. A doctor could replace a mutated gene that’s …

All types of seafood – including fish, shellfish, mollusks and crustaceans – are packed with protein and low in calories. They are also a rich source of health giving nutrients and beneficial fats. White-fleshed fish in particular, is low in fat and high in lean protein while oily fish is packed with omega-3 fatty acids. Curious about the health and …

Generally, herbal or natural supplements are defined as dietary supplements derived from fungus, plants, trees, and shrubs. These products are used to boost health, improve performance, and enhance memory. For instance, ginseng is used to energize the body and improve mental health. St. John’s Wort is used to treat mild anxiety and depression. Because herbal supplements are derived from natural …

It’s widely accepted that a protein-rich diet may increase the risk of heart disease but is a meatless, low-fat diet any better? According to health experts, vegans and vegetarians are also prone to heart disease much like meat lovers. That’s because most plant-based diets trigger vitamin B12 deficiency. This B-vitamin is present in all meat products. When you are deficient …