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Did you know there is a link between Alzheimer's disease and cholesterol levels? This has been known for sometime, actually. Middle-aged adults with high total cholesterol levels-even moderately high-are more likely to develop Alzheimer's. And, very high HDL (good) cholesterol levels in older adults puts them at reduced risk of Alzheimer's.

Omega-3 fatty acids are wonder nutrients that offer many benefits to the body, from head to toe. Now, even the mouth is included in the long list of body areas that function better after intake of omega-3s.

House renovations can introduce a host of toxins from building materials, and can put pregnant women and children at risk of toxin exposure. If you can avoid renovating during these times, that would be ideal. However, if renovation must be done, be sure that all dust is properly cleaned up each day, and that the renovation area is well sealed off from living areas.

Food allergies and sensitivities are essentially the result of a breakdown in gut mucosal immune regulation in response to food antigens that pass through the gut. The gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) makes up about 80 percent of the body's immune system, and it resides in and around the gut. The job of the immune system in the gut is to respond to foreign invaders, like pathogens, by destroying them

A recent study found that dieters who got adequate sleep lost more fat weight than dieters who cut back on their sleep.  They also experienced less hunger. This is just one of the many benefits of a good night's sleep. 

The researchers of this study plan to further evaluate whether gut microbial changes are the reason that certain diseases worsen under stress. It's a vicious cycle-stress alters the gut microbiota, which leads to worsening of symptoms, which adds more stress… and on and on.

When Prevention Magazine is touting it, you know people are listening-cell phone radiation is hazardous to our health. The National Institutes of Health has reported that cell phone radiation increases the amount of glucose in the area of the head closest to the phone.

Did you ever think that what goes on in your gut could affect your heart? It may seem far-fetched, but it's not. Think about it: the intestinal lining is connected to the bloodstream, which acts as a direct communication line with the heart and the rest of the body.

Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil are high in EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These fatty acids have been associated with heart health, joint health, brain health, gut health… the list goes on and on. The two often go hand in hand, and for most conditions, researchers don't know the perfect ratio of EPA to DHA. But for infant health, DHA is the fatty acid that shines.

Optimum heart health involves paying attention to a lot of different factors. There's cholesterol (but not just cholesterol-there's good cholesterol, bad cholesterol, total cholesterol, oh my!), triglycerides, blood pressure, and inflammation markers like C-reactive protein - not to mention omega-3 levels and even vitamin D! Trying to look after your ticker is enough to make your head spin.

Many women across the world suffer from the painful symptoms of Heart burn and the pain grows more bearable in the sensitive time of pregnancy. Natural remedies in these situations are the best solutions which neither have side effects like other chemical medications and can cure and give relief naturally. But to find heartburn remedies it is very important to understand what heartburn is and how it is formed.

Finding a detoxification diet is very simple, due to their increasing popularity. Almost every magazine you pick up will have at least one free detox diet plan within the pages for its readers. Using a sample diet from a magazine is a wonderful choice for those who just want to see how these plans work. Another great way to find a free detoxification diet is by searching the internet.

A detoxification diet consists of proper food quality and may be worthwhile to limit for a shorter period of 3 days; staying on these plans for an extended period of time can prove extremely unhealthful. Be certain to follow the instructions to the letter when using a detoxification diet, to be sure that your health is protected

We often feel tired and lack energy all the time. We often suffer from body pains and digestive problems. Skin problems could also be one of the symptoms. All these could signal that the body needs a complete detoxification.Detoxification process is all about purifying our blood. The impurities are removed by the liver where toxins accumulate.

Finding a detoxification diet is very simple, due to their increasing popularity. Almost every magazine you pick up will have at least one free detox diet plan within the pages for its readers. Using a sample diet from a magazine is a wonderful choice for those who just want to see how these plans work. Another great way to find a free detoxification diet is by searching the internet.

One of the most commonly used irritable bowel syndrome remedies is the medication available in the market. These medicines have been quite effective as an IBS treatment, even in those cases where the syndrome has been prevalent for a long period of time. Besides medicines, other major Irritable bowel syndrome remedies are interventions by psychologists and special set of exercises.

Many people daily bear the stomach upset. It fills as if you are living in abandon and you sometimes get so irritated that you actually feel like ripping your stomach apart. These are followed by some unpleasant symptoms like constipation, diarrhea, bloating, cramps, inflated stomach, acid eructation etc. Some herbs can be helpful for reducing the digestive problems.

Many people daily bear the stomach upset. It fills as if you are living in abandon and you sometimes get so irritated that you actually feel like ripping your stomach apart. These are followed by some unpleasant symptoms like constipation, diarrhea, bloating, cramps, inflated stomach, acid eructation etc.

Candidiasis natural cure consists of an overhaul of the normal diet plan in addition to using herbs for treatment. It involves eliminating yeast and dairy products from the diet and so on. The remedy is slated to last a minimum of 11-12 weeks depending on how serious the problem is.For candidiasis natural cure, and even natural heartburn cures, a vegetarian diet is highly recommended.