It’s summer time! That means we get to spend a lot more time outside, playing in nature. That also means we can be more likely to bump into a poison ivy or poison oak plant. These plants are probably one of the most common allergenic plants in the USA. These plants grow in every state except for Alaska. They are common along roadsides, forests, pastures, streams, and even in some backyards. The first symptom of poison ivy is a burning and itching sensation. This is followed by the development of a rash that is often accompanied by swelling, oozing, and blistering. Symptoms can appear anywhere from a few hours to seven days after contact and tend to be at their worst between the fourth and seventh days. Here are some natural therapies to help relieve the symptoms from poison ivy and poison oak.

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For many women, varicose veins are an everyday fact of life. These are abnormally enlarged, bulging, and lumpy-looking veins that are often associated with dull, nagging aches and pains. This is the result of malfunctioning valves inside of the veins. Because poor circulation contributes to the formation of varicose veins, they are more common in people who sit or stand in one position for prolonged periods of time. They can also happen to people who sit with their legs crossed and those who lack proper exercise. Excess weight, heavy lifting, and pregnancy put increased pressure on legs, increasing their likelihood of developing varicose veins. Here are some nutritional and natural therapies that can help reduce the appearance and presence of varicose veins.

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It’s unfortunate to say that stress and fatigue have become incredibly common in our society. Eight out of ten Americans say that they feel tired on a regular basis. Many of us feel tired most of the time and can’t seem to do anything about it. Some of us can’t sleep while some of us are just overly stressed out. Many of us even suffer from adrenal exhaustion. Overusing stimulants means dependency, irritability, and lethargy, further reducing energy in a downward spiral. Here are some healthy ways that nutrition and diet can help promote higher energy levels for us on a daily basis.

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Stress is a word that gets tossed around a lot these days. Everything seems to “stress us out” and with good reason as we live in a very stressful world! The term “stress” refers to any reaction to a physical, mental, social, or emotional stimulus that requires a response or alteration to the way we perform, think, or feel. Obvious sources of stress include deadlines at work, relationships, financial issues, and much more. Other sources are less obvious and include things like traffic, noise, crowds, pain, extreme temperatures or weather changes, unwelcomed changes, and much more. Some people handle stress well but for others it can be devastating. Stress can cause fatigue, chronic headaches, irritability, changes in appetite, memory loss, low self-esteem, withdrawal, teeth grinding, cold hands, and much more. Here are some nutritional and natural therapies that can help in relieving stress and bring peace to your busy life.

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Infertility is a serious issue these days. It has been estimated that some 6.1 million American couples are impaired in their ability to have children. 2.1 million of these couples are infertile. It’s hard to pinpoint the exact cause of infertility because ovulation, fertilization, and the journey of the fertilized ovum through the fallopian tube to the uterus is a very intricate process. Many events must work together perfectly for pregnancy to occur. For men, infertility is most often the result of a low sperm count or anatomical abnormality. A variety of factors can result in low sperm count including alcohol consumption, endocrine disorders, exposure to toxins, radiation, recent acute illness or prolonged fever, and more. In women, the most common cause of infertility includes ovulatory failure or defect, blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids. It has also been said that psychological issues such as stress may play a role in infertility as well. Here are some natural and nutritional therapies that may help with lessening infertility.

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If eyes are considered the “windows to the soul” then the nails are the “windows to the body.” Nails are very useful in serving as an early warning system to evaluate health. Since the nails are one of the last areas in the body to receive nutrients carried by blood, nails show signs of trouble before other tissues do. White spots on nails have linked to zinc or thyroid deficiency. White bands or ridged nails have been linked to zinc, iron, or protein deficiency. Black bands signal low adrenal function or injury to the nails. Discolored nails could be a deficiency of vitamin B12 or a signal of kidney or liver issues. Yellow nails could signal vitamin E deficiency, poor circulation, lymph congestion, or too much nail polish. Here are some natural and nutritional ways to keep your nails healthy and beautiful!

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Experts have said that one in ten Americans have some type of hearing problem. Hearing loss is the third most common health problem for people over the age of 65. A recent JAMA study shows that nearly 15 percent of school aged kids have some type of hearing problem. 85 percent of hearing loss involves tinnitus, which is a ringing in the ears. The good news is that there are many natural and nutrition based remedies that can help. Here are some of ways to reduce hearing loss.

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Boy, did I love smoking. When it came to menthol lights and I, we were an inseparable pair. Those addicting little sticks would greet me every morning while I slowly sipped my coffee and they would help me pass the time while driving in my car. After eating a big meal, there wasn’t anything better than lighting up a smoke to help me feel less full. Yes, cigarettes and I were quite the couple for over 10 years. Breaking up was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do.

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They always seem to pop up before an event that requires lots of photography! Cold sores and canker sores can be very frustrating. They are high contagious and you can get them from kissing, sharing eating utensils, drinking glasses, and even towels. Typically, they pop up 20 days after exposure as a series of red and painful bumps. Some people even experience flu-like symptoms or a fever! Here are some natural healing therapies to use with cold sores and canker sores.

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It’s been a long day and you are so tired. All you want to do is curl up on the couch with a good book to relax. You plop down and within 5 minutes, your leg gets “twitchy”. It’s that feeling of not being able to keep your legs still that can drive you up the wall! Some people even get painful spasms when they lie down. Most cramping occurs at night as minerals move between the blood, muscles, and bones. A good diet and natural supplements have been shown to be successful in preventing muscle cramps, spasms, and twitches. Here are some natural healing therapies that have also been shown to help out with this frustrating condition!

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Bumps and bruises are a fact of life! Many of us accidently walk into things, fall off our bikes, trip while walking, or do something that will inevitably leave a bruise. A bruise occurs when the tissues underlying the skin become injured. This skin isn’t broken, but the capillaries below our skin’s surface rupture, causing blood to drain into the surrounding areas. This blood seeps into the layers of the skin and result in pain, swelling, and that “black-and-blue” mark. Fortunately, there are many natural ways to help bruises and prevent them from happening.

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Jim Scheibel is a nutritionist, author (and in his words) most importantly a wellness advocate. He co founded Mission Wellness, a company that assists both individuals and companies with spreading health and wellness around the world. Jim speaks internationally on topics such as wellness and anti-aging. He is busy finalizing a book on the best anti-aging strategies. He is an avid runner, participates in yoga, meditation and loves to garden. He is involved heavily with Mission Wellness (www.MissionWellness.ca) and growing their philanthropic arm of the company. Mission Wellness is passionate about nutrition and seeing that children around the world have access to food and clean water sources.

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It’s becoming more common with our older community. Alzheimer’s disease now effects over 4 million Americans. As many as 10 percent of senior citizens over the age of 65 have Alzheimer’s and 50 percent over the age of 85 are affected. It has been predicted that by 2014, as many as 14 million Americans will have Alzheimer’s. It is a progressive and degenerative condition that attacks the brain. Memory loss and disorientation are some of the first symptoms. This is a very serious condition and should never be taken lightly. Here are some nutritional and natural therapies that may be helpful for Alzheimer’s disease.

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This article was submitted to us by Dacia Cress, owner of YogaMoxie Studio, LLC in Kannapolis, NC. Dacia is currently working on her 500 hour yoga teacher training. She holds a B.S. in Communications from Mississippi University for Women, enjoys nature walks and spending time with family and friends. She and her husband Randy are parents of one daughter and two kitties. She can be contacted via email at dacia@yogamoxie.com.

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When people first hear about IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), some tend to laugh at the name. Unfortunately, there is nothing funny about IBS and 45 million Americans will attest to that! IBS is the most common digestive disorder seen by physicians. Twice as many women suffer from the condition as men. The symptoms include abdominal pain, anorexia, bloating, constipation and/or diarrhea (often alternating), gas, intolerances to certain foods, mucus in the stools, and nausea. Most often the pain is felt after eating and sometimes severe headaches can accompany this condition. Fortunately, there are natural ways to soothe the symptoms of IBS. Here are some of the natural and nutritional remedies we recommend.

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This topic really cannot be taken too lightly. Nothing is more important to our health than proper rest so that we can rejuvenate our bodies and spirits, to bloom again with new love and new creativity to share with others. Any one of us knows that even one missed night can bring on diminished capacities, wreck the blood sugar and make every step a difficult one. But what happens when sleep does not rejuvenate? This becomes a serious health and mental issue in a short amount of time.

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If you have ever had a migraine, even the thought of these powerful headaches will make you cringe. Migraines are severe, throbbing headaches that can be accompanied by nausea, visual disturbances, fatigue, and dizziness. An estimated 25 to 30 million people in the United States suffer from them. Three out of four of these people are women. Just before the headache begins, many people will see lights or experience numbness of the hands or mouth. Many things can trigger a migraine including allergies, constipation, stress, liver malfunction, too much or too little sleep, emotional changes, sun glare, flashing lights, lack of exercise, and changes in barometric pressure. Here are some natural remedies you can use the next time one of these vicious headaches attacks you!

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It’s February and there has been a lot of talk about heart disease awareness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), various forms of heart disease affect approximately seventy million Americans. Heart disease refers to several different and distinct conditions that all affect the body’s network of blood vessels and/or heart. These conditions include Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Cardiomyopathy, heart failure, heart attack, and stroke. Fortunately, there are many ways to prevent heart disease. One of these ways is as simple as paying attention to your diet. Here are some natural ways to help prevent heart disease.

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It’s been said that eyes are the windows to the soul and we think that they are the windows of good health! Having healthy eyesight is extremely important because there is nothing more frustrating that having to find your reading glasses every time you want to read something.

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Diet Coke has recently announced a new advertising campaign aimed at raising awareness of heart disease in women. They have partnered with Heidi Klum and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) to portray their message to Americans. With a newly designed Diet Coke can, Coca Cola will raise a maximum of $50,000 for the NHLBI by encouraging Americans to drink Diet Coke.

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Did you know that your scalp has at least 100,000 hairs? On an average day, you lose anywhere from 25 to 50 hairs. This is perfectly normal when you have a happy and healthy scalp. What happens if you are experiencing hair problems? Many of us experience the frustration of hair loss at least once in our lives. Some of our hair is brittle and breaks off too easily. In healthy hair, the cuticle should lay flat like shingles, leaving your hair soft and shiny. In damaged hair, the cuticle shingles are broken and create gaps that make hair porous and dull. Unhealthy hair can be a result of many things including stress, mineral deficiencies, lack of usable protein, poor circulation, recent illness, and liver malfunction. It can also be a result of an unhealthy diet. Here are some hair-happy foods that can help your mane stay manageable.

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Candida Albicans! This name sounds like a type of alien race found in an episode of Star Trek. Despite the exotic name, Leonard ‘Bones’ McCoy would tell you Candida Albicans is a type of yeast common in our bodies. This yeast is kept in balance when your immune system is functioning properly. However, too much of a good thing is not always wonderful!

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Your alarm clock buzzes at 6:30 am and you wake –up to a dark, cold, and wet morning. Rushing off to work, you sit in your car long enough to see the sunrise. The only thing is that you can’t see the actual sun through the thick cloud cover. On your lunch break, you look outside to see a torrential downpour of rain. When it’s time for you to return home, your commute is in the total darkness of night. Before falling asleep, you check the weather on your IPhone only to see seven days of raindrops.

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