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The next time you're tempted to add a little salt to your food, you might want to think twice.

The latest research says that when it comes to salt, we may be overdoing it. Let us show you other ways that you can pass on the salt. Avoid High-Salt Foods or Else

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Holistic Treatment for Candidiasis (Systemic Yeast Infections)

Candidiasis, also known as candida, affects millions of Americans, many of whom unknowingly suffer from this condition of yeast overgrowth. Along with food allergy, with which it is often interrelated, candidiasis is one of the most commonly overlooked or misdiagnosed chronic disease conditions in America, and is responsible for a host of symptoms, including gastrointestinal disorders, chronic fatigue, depression, allergies, and low immune function. It is precisely because of this wide range of symptoms that candidiasis so often goes undetected.
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Health Tip of the Day

Want to improve your odds of not getting cancer? Then make sure you do what it takes to achieve and maintain your optimum weight level. That's because recent research published in the prestigious medical journal Lancet shows that being overweight can increase the risk of a dozen types of cancer, including cancer of the breast, colon, kidney, and thyroid gland. This finding is based on data compiled from 141 studies that tracked nearly 300,000 people on four continents for up to 15 years. The studies clearly show that overweight people have a higher risk of developing these 12 types of cancer. The researchers who evaluated the studies believe that extra fat cells associated with being overweight or obese cause hormone levels to change, thus triggering the formation of cancer cells.

Yesterday's Health Tip

You know that you need to brush your teeth and floss - ideally after every meal - if you want to maintain good dental health and protect the health of our gums. Now scientists have discovered another protective measure you can take: eat yogurt. That's the recommendation of researchers who recently published a study in the Journal of Periodontology. In the study, the researchers found that men and women who ate at least two ounces of fermented milk products, such as yogurt, had significant improvements in the overall health of their gums. The reason for the improvements is because yogurt contains rich levels of calcium. A lack of calcium in your diet can cause gum disease. Read more health tips...
What Can be Done for Fibromyalgia
FMS (fibromyalgia) is deeply connected to sleep disorders. Make certain the quality of your sleep is excellent before embarking on a rigorous exercise program. Look for an exercise program that includes time in the water initially. Also, consider beginner's level yoga, which will address the pain and lack of energy you feel. continued inside...

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