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Up to 75 percent of women will suffer through a yeast infection, or candidiasis, at least once in their lifetimes, and many women experience at least two episodes, reports Mayo Clinic. This fungal infection is caused by an overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus called Candida albicans. It often leaves women with frustrating and sometimes debilitating …

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For individuals suffering from the chronic autoimmune disease lupus, life can become a disheartening series of painful flares and temporary improvements. Conventional Western therapies don’t always work, and the powerful drugs used can cause serious side effects. The disease typically strikes women in their childbearing years, and women of color are significantly more likely than …

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When someone claims to be a “natural food nut”, what are they really saying? Are they telling you that their diet is totally organic, non-GMO, or both? What do those terms really mean? Organic product sales are big business in the United States, reaching a new high of $43.3 billion last year–an 11% increase over …

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Following thousands of years of success in China, acupuncture’s efficacy has been confirmed by the United States National Institute of Health. Despite this scientific verification, several myths remain. A few of the most concerning are highlighted below: 1. Acupuncture is painful. The first thing most people ask when considering acupuncture is: “Does acupuncture hurt?” This …

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Spring Teas: Freshness and Vitality   Shincha Spring is the best time of year for tea enthusiasts, who adore the freshness of early harvests. Competition is stiff, especially for Japan’s rare shincha tea. If you manage to get your hands on this elusive spring tea, you’ll enjoy a potent brew with plenty of character. Shincha …

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By Amanda Collins, Feng Shui Master Feng shui is all about having the most supportive, inspiring and healthiest home. One of the first steps to achieving these feng shui goals is to give your home a really good cleaning. But because feng shui also means living in harmony with the earth, your cleaning should use natural …

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Many people make light of hair loss, but it can be a truly traumatic experience for men and women of all ages — particularly for younger men with few peers experiencing the same problem. Men are typically advised to use Rogaine, to shave their heads, or to simply accept hair loss and move on. Those …

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By Leena S. Guptha, DO, MBA, BCTMB​, PCOM Academic Dean of Graduate Studies With school back in session, it is no surprise to see students, friends, colleagues, and your kids or grandkids with backpacks stuffed to the brim with binders, books, and supplies. Naturally, as students mature, so will the positioning of the backpack. Enter middle …

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The 24 hours following each acupuncture session can be as influential as the treatment itself. By resting, applying heat packs, and engaging in healthy practices, you can enhance results while avoiding the reintroduction of harmful toxins into the body. This will leave you with a greater sense of mental clarity, as well as improved physical …

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What is Quantum Qi? Simply put, it is a process that allows your life force, or ‘qi’, to move freely throughout your body—bringing the mind, body, and spirit into balance for vibrant health. The principles behind Quantum Qi are akin to acupuncture, but the process is more similar to Qi Gong. Activating Cellular Intelligence: The …

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