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8 Tips on Staying Safe While Having Fun in the Sun All Summer Long

When those first summer rays of the sun hit your skin, and you feel that warmth and energy, you can't help but smile. The sun literally makes us happy. As sunlight hits the optic nerve, a signal is sent to the brain, and that signal increases serotonin levels in the body. In addition, many of us suffer from low levels of vitamin D, and UV rays bathe us in vitamin D, which also helps us maintain high levels of serotonin. All the way around, a day in the sun helps us feel energized and happier. Un...
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Top 6 Signs and Symptoms of a Magnesium Deficiency + Easy Solutions

Are you getting enough magnesium? The odds are that you’re not. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) of 2005-2006 it was found that most people in the United States ingest less than their estimated average requirement (EAR), the amount you need to consume to remain healthy. Magnesium is present throughout the body, and it’s important in more than 300 enzymatic systems that regulate different biochemical reactions. You need magnesium for energy, s...
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Take a Hike! The Many Benefits of Hiking for Your Health and Mind

Exercise is an important part of your health regimen, and it should be something you strive to do daily. Even as little as thirty minutes a day will promote your health, keep your weight optimal, and promote longevity. Exercise is even better when you can do it outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine. There is no outdoor activity more fun than hiking, and as it turns out, hiking is full of benefits you may not know about. The warm sunshine hitting your face (and giving you that much-needed vitami...
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What Is CoQ10? Everything You Need to Know for Your Health

CoQ10 may sound a bit scientific to the average consumer, even to those of us who are concerned with our health and stay up to date on the latest health breakthroughs. But this incredible compound is well worth familiarizing yourself with. It has an incredible range of benefits that can improve the lives of many adults. Praise for CoQ10 is growing in the scientific community, and it’s easy to see why. It’s an enzyme that is present in many foods, including leafy dark green vegetables...
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When and How to Transform Your Workspace With Feng Shui

Be honest. What does your desk look like? Is it: Loaded with personal touches and a lot of little “treasures” Stark and empty with ruler-straight organization A cluttered mess that seems to grow piles of work on its own No matter which of these you pick, your desk is in need of a feng shui guru. Lucky for you, we’ve got the tips you need to become your own guru and transform your desk from the area you sit at work to your personal productive space. Not only will this transfo...
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Almond, Macadamia, Hemp...Oh My! Why You'll Love Plant-Based Milk

Whether you’re lactose intolerant or not, plant-based milk might be the best way to start your day. World Plant Milk Day is coming up on August 22nd, and it’s a perfect day to try out some milk options. Most plant-milk come with a lot of great health benefits. Even people who still like to have dairy milk in their cereal keep some plant-based milk handy to use as a coffee creamer or in their favorite smoothie. Check out this list of benefits of plant-based milk. Are any of them your ...
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9 De-Bloating Foods You'll Want to Eat Before Hitting the Beach

If your plan to have the perfect beach body got derailed somewhere between the bakery and the cocktail lounge, that’s okay. We’ve got some tips that will help you drop the bloat so you can still hit the beach with confidence. The best part is that these tips are food-based! Believe it or not, there are things you can eat that make you look thinner–or they at least help with bloat. De-Bloating Foods for a Beach Body Before you go crazy eating the following foods, remember that e...
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