Flax may be one of the world’s oldest cultivated plants. In ancient times, flax was grown for its oil-bearing seed and its fiber for the production of cloth. Nowadays we rediscover the usefulness of the plant for its health promoting benefits. Find out what flaxseeds can do for you.
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Platelets – Triggers for Life or Death
President Eisenhower was astonished. Two fitness scientists, Kraus and Webber, had just shown that American young people were flabby. He decided to change that arond, flew to Colorado, played 27 holes of golf in one day! Ate a couple of big hamburgers meanwhile. And … got a heart attack that shocked and shook the nation. What triggered a coronary heart attack in this vigorous man? And why, later, did he suffer a stroke that grazed the speech center in his brain? Why? Largely PLATELETS, that’s why. Find out why platelets are important and how to avoid them causing damage in the body.
Boderline Personality Disorder
Borderline personality disorder is a serious personality disorder characterized by emotional dysregulation, extreme thinking and chaotic relationships. Those suffering from this mental disorder have various psychiatric symptoms, such as unstable and reactive moods, identity problems, feelings of irreality and depersonalization. There is a tendency towards impulsive and, especially, self-destructive behavior, manipulation, blackmail, suicidal behavior, and chronic feelings of emptiness and boredom. Find out what causes this disorder, what are the symptoms and how to overcome it for good.
In Praise of Almonds and Nuts
Because of their numerous health benefits, notwithstanding their high fat content, almonds, hazelnuts and other nuts are among foods recommended for consumption in Canada, the US, and across the EU – to the tune of a small handful each day. Discover what modern science has to say about those nuts.
Are You Stuck in the Clutter Trap?
You arrived on earth without clutter. Your parents and doting relatives started you on a pathway to accumulation. By the time you were a year old, you had mounds of functional clothing, twenty outfits suitable for dress-up, too many stuffed animals to fit in your bed, custom-sized furniture, a silver spoon, and a plastic Winnie-the-Pooh bowl. You had not even become a toddler yet, and you had already embarked on the road to the clutter trap. Find out why it is important to take care of your clutter before it gets out of control.
5 Pulses that are Packed with Goodness
Each year on February 10, the United Nations commemorates what probably sounds to many like a strange occasion: World Pulses Day. Discover why pulses are a good idea for our health and for the food safety of the planet.
St. John’s Wort – Nature’s Prozac?
Every year, according to the National Institutes of Mental Health, about 11 million Americans suffer mild cases of depression and another 10 million suffer mild to severe depression. St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) has received increasing attention as a safe product that provides some natural relief from depression. Find out what this herb can do for you.
Binge Eating, Anorexia and Bulimia
Today we are going to talk about eating disorders and you might think, “‘But I have nothing to do with it, I don’t suffer from that”. If you do not have this problem, take the opportunity to learn about it and help someone who does. Not much is being said about eating disorders. Learn more about the causes of eating disorders and what can be done about them.
The Problem of Celebrity Nutrition
Celebrities of nutrition evoke feelings of awe, envy and adulation in many of us. While the Gwyneth Paltrows first achieve celebrity status in other fields, others make themselves a name in the field of food and nutrition, despite not having formal nutrition qualifications. We discuss the problems and pitfalls involved in making those influencers and their multiplicity of diets like paleo, gluten free or clean food the foundation of your food choices.
Make Driving a Less Stressful Experience
A recent Time Magazine story reported that Americans spend an average of 204 hours a year commuting, and for most workers, that means driving their car. Find out how you can use some proven strategies to reduce stress, even while driving in a tense rush hour traffic.
Combatting Loneliness With Courage
Are you among the millions worldwide feeling lonely right now? Know that you are not alone in this emotion. The unprecedented times that we are living in have left so many feeling lonely. I know this may seem like a small comfort right now, but I want to share some good news. Let’s explore the loneliness experience and ways to ease it, together.