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Are You a Smart Snacker?
A study from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) found that 97% of women snack between meals. The study also found that while so many women are snacking, many of these women are less likely to be overweight if they’re snacking on the right foods and for the right reasons. Snacking can be a great way to stay fueled and focused throughout the day. It can be an effective strategy to prevent mood and energy dips, and prevent...
Post on Tue, Jun 12, 2012 by Debi Silber, The Mojo Coach
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Prevent Kidney Stones Naturally
Kidney stones are nearly twice as common now as they were in the early 1990's. A new study from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) has found that one in 11 people have kidney stones as compared to one in 20 in 1994. Obesity, diabetes and gout all increase the likelihood that a person...
Post on Thu, Jun 07, 2012 by Paula Gallagher
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NAC and Autism
The antioxidant, N-Acetylcysteine, or NAC, was found to lower irritability in children with autism as well as reduce the children's repetitive behaviors in a small pilot study. While further, larger studies are necessary; NAC could provide promising support for addressing repetitive behavior in autism. Currently, there is no medication to treat repetitive behavior. Irritability affects...
Post on Mon, Jun 04, 2012 by Margo Gladding
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Soothe Your Sunburn
I hope you all had a fun and safe Memorial Day. It was such a nice weekend around here, lots of sun and blue skies... but unfortunately it also led to sunburns for some of us who forgot to reapply sunblock after being in the water. So what do you do if you forgot to...
Post on Wed, May 30, 2012 by Paula Gallagher
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Effective Supplement for Brown Spots
Melasma is a common disorder that is marked by hyperpigmentation of the skin, mainly on the cheeks, forehead, and upper lip. These brown spots often result from too much sun exposure, hormonal changes, or injury to the skin. Regardless of the cause, it can be very distressing. Conventional treatments often include chemical peels, steroid creams...
Post on Tue, May 29, 2012 by Margo Gladding
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Why the Rise in Childhood Obesity?
With more than 50% of children already overweight, childhood obesity is more prevalent than ever. Many of these children are suffering physically, mentally and emotionally because of the habits and lifestyles they’ve gotten used to. Why are so many kids overweight and obese these days? Here are a few reasons why. * Many kids are...
Post on Wed, May 23, 2012 by Debi Silber, The Mojo Coach
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Build Your Own Aromatherapy Kit
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils from plants for healing. Although scent is a key component in the use of essential oils, they can also be applied to the skin in a massage for other direct health benefits. Essential oils are concentrated extracts taken from the roots, leaves, seeds, or blossoms of plants. Each...
Post on Tue, May 22, 2012 by Paula Gallagher
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Food As Medicine
Food As Medicine, the highly praised professional training program hosted by The Center for Mind-Body Medicine, will be held June 7-10, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency in Bethesda, MD. A feast of science and wisdom,...
Post on Mon, May 21, 2012 by Margo Gladding
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Remembering Mickey Weinstein, Co-Founder of The Apothecary
Mickey Weinstein, one of the founders of our unique, integrative pharmacy, originally called The Apothecary, passed away on April 15. The pharmacy, located in Bethesda, MD changed hands in 2002 and is now known as Village Green Apothecary, but many people still remember when the original store was opened in 1965 by Mickey and his...
Post on Thu, May 17, 2012 by Village Green Admin
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The Best Sunscreens: EWG's 2012 Recommendations
Environmental Working Group (EWG) has just released its 2012 sunscreen guide. Just because a sunscreen says it's natural doesn’t mean it's safe and harmless. Read this blog about choosing a sunscreen; it's a good guide about what to look for when choosing protection from the sun. Also take a look at
Post on Wed, May 16, 2012 by Paula Gallagher
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