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Ginger Matches Over-the-Counter Meds for Menstrual Pain

Recently we reported on how ginger worked as well as leading drugs for relieving migraine pain. But headaches are not the only pain for...
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The Secret Longevity Herb of Southern Italy

Rosemary is perhaps best known for its memory-enhancing perks, but it is actually has many other medicinal applications, all of which may work synergistically...

Five Ways Companion Animals Boost Your Health

Many of us have personal anecdotes about how our pets improved—or even saved—our lives. Numerous studies offer quantitative evidence of the health benefits of...

“I Can’t Believe It’s Not Tuna”

Dear UHR Reader, The popularity of my review of the world's first "fish-less" raw ahi tuna in last month's issue is evidence that a growing...

Fight Climate Change With Your Food Choices

In a recent article, George C. Wang, M.D., Ph.D., made a strong case for the impact our daily food choices have on climate change....
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5-Minute Health Tip: A Daily Dose of Walnuts

A handful of walnuts a day protects with an antioxidant, heart-healthy dose of nutrients. Nutritionists recommend raw, organic walnuts and suggest storing both shelled...
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Women Outperform Men on Memory Tests

A new study published in the journal Menopause not only shows that when it comes to memory, women outperform men, but that when women...

Fact or Myth: Are Plant-based Omega-3s as Effective as Animal-based Omega-3s?

This is a MYTH. In the battle of plant-based omega-3s vs. animal-based omega-3s, animal omegas come out the clear victor. If you’re a vegan or...
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The Superstar Catechin That Balances Your Blood Sugar

Did you know...that drinking green tea with starchy food may lower blood sugar spikes? Keeping your blood sugar levels balanced is a prerequisite for a...
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Are There Real Alternatives to Multivitamins?

Walking into your kitchen and taking a single multivitamin pill to cover your recommended daily allowance (RDA) of vitamins and minerals is so convenient. ...