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Vitamin-B12, one of the most important vitamins that our body needs. Vitamin-B12 ~ Vitamins An unusual vitamin formed by microorganisms like bacteria and yeast (and found in the various and sundry animals that ingest them).

Vitamin-B12, one of the most important vitamins that our body needs.

Why you need it: It plays a key role in developing blood cells and nerve cells and processing protein. The Fall Inside. People say there’s a thin line between love and hate, good and evil, right and wrong.

The Fall Inside

There may be a thin line… we could call it the everyday decision point. If we look at it that way, the line helps us lay out the coordinates of an inner guidance system for self empowerment. Let’s begin with a story recalled from memory. Four Simple Ways to Increase Growth Hormone (Burn Fat, Build Muscle) Actor/power-lifter/wrestler Nathan Jones (from Troy) Most of us would like to be leaner and stronger.

Four Simple Ways to Increase Growth Hormone (Burn Fat, Build Muscle)

The hormones that have the biggest effect on body composition are growth hormone (GH) and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1). After the age of 25, most people will experience some negative effects from declining levels of both these hormones, including: weaker bonespoorer sleep qualityincreased body fat, especially in the abdominal areaolder looking skinless physical strength and slower recovery time. PMS? No Problem. Top 9 Foods that Ease Aunt Flo’s Monthly Visit. Back in the day—like, in pre-modern times—women used to go to menstruation huts, where during their periods, they were separated from the the rest of the community.

PMS? No Problem. Top 9 Foods that Ease Aunt Flo’s Monthly Visit

In some cultures it was done out of fear, in others it was done out of respect, either way, fast forward to today and we get no said huts. No, during this time in history we have to interact with everyone regardless of the cramps, the bloating, the irritability that can occur. Luckily though, there are foods designed to help ease any symptoms that might arise while Aunt Flo is in town. For Cramps: Try Cinnamon. 8 Health Foods That are Harmful if You Eat Too Much : Waking Times. Adda Bjarnadottir, MSc, Authority NutritionWaking Times There are many super healthy foods out there.

8 Health Foods That are Harmful if You Eat Too Much : Waking Times

10 foods to improve your mood. More than a third of us reach for comfort foods during stressful times; starchy foods and desserts are go-to foods when the going gets rough, according to a recent national survey.

10 foods to improve your mood

Brazil nuts nutrition facts and health benefits. Amazon's forest holds some of the unique plant species like Brazil nuts, acai berry, etc., that can be found nowhere else on the planet earth.

Brazil nuts nutrition facts and health benefits

Native Amazonian cherished these delicious nuts since ages, which provide them much-needed protein, fats and other essential nutrients. BEET Your Way Back To A Healthier Body. Sayer Ji, Green Med InfoWaking Times In an era where clever marketing has transformed exotic berries, tubers and plant extracts from geographically distant regions into “super foods,” ostensibly better (and that much more expensive!)

BEET Your Way Back To A Healthier Body

Than culinary standards found at your local supermarket, e.g. garlic, onion, and kale, we should be reminded that the true nutritional super heroes are too busy performing anonymous feats of healing to garnish that kind of attention. Which leads us to beets. Anything we can eat that bleeds as red and readily as the beet deserves our immediate respect. In fact, this vegetable often leaves a veritable crime scene behind it, converting a spotless kitchen counter into a nutrient-dense blood bath in a matter of minutes.

Beet’s Blood Vessel Dilating Properties A 2008 study published in the journal Hypertension found that beets contain pharmacologically significant quantities of blood vessel dilating nitrate. Beet Back Muscle Fatigue. Turmeric - A Fierce Superfood Spice That Melts Away Body Fat and Defeats Insulin Resistance. Carolanne Wright, GuestWaking Times Besides garnering attention as a a veritable fountain of youth, cancer tamer and fibromyalgia remedy, turmeric has proven itself to be a formidable weight loss superfood as well.

Turmeric - A Fierce Superfood Spice That Melts Away Body Fat and Defeats Insulin Resistance

Easing inflammation is just one benefit of this golden beauty. It also mitigates insulin resistance and balances blood glucose levels while helping to prevent the spread of fat tissue – providing a powerful tool in the battle of the bulge. A staple in Asian cultures for centuries, turmeric is a safe, flavorful and nutrient-packed addition to any diet or weight loss plan. Colorful fat fighter Research at Tufts University in Boston discovered that curcumin (the active ingredient in turmeric) reduced weight gain and total body fat in mice that consumed the compound. Another study at Xi’an Jiaotong University School of Medicine in China also found turmeric intake to be beneficial for weight loss. Powerful Anti-Aging Peruvian Foods. Peru is a land that packs a punch when it comes to nutrition.

Powerful Anti-Aging Peruvian Foods

Most South American countries have their native foods that become somewhat trendy once they hit America, and rightly so. The people of each country take pride in their food, from soil and seed to your table. Top 8 Supplements to Boost Your Pineal Gland Function. Anna Hunt, Staff WriterWaking Times The pineal gland, an endocrine gland located in the brain, is said to be the seat of the soul.

Also referred to as the Third Eye, this small gland is believed to be involved in reaching higher levels of consciousness, acting as a gateway to dimensions beyond our brain-created reality. To learn more about the pineal gland, see: What is the Pineal Gland? For the people that seek to fully activate their spiritual potential and tap into the power of the pineal gland, one must begin by strengthening its function though detoxification and proper nutrition.

Crouching Garnish, Hidden SuperFood: The Secret Life of Kale. Could kale, a less domesticated, disheveled form of cabbage, really be one of the most potent healing foods in existence today? Few foods commonly available at the produce stand are as beneficial to your health as kale. And yet, sadly, it is more commonly found dressing up something not as healthy in a display case as a decoration than on someone’s plate where it belongs. Paleo Diet In A Nutshell (Infographic) Probiotics: Essential Supplements Or Waste Of Money? The Benefits of Beet Juice for Superhealthy Blood. How Beans Help Build Your Bones. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, beans have it going on for your health. Even those that don’t tolerate them well, would be at least wise to give them a few different tries. 5 Lies You’ve Been Told About Calcium.

It’s pretty common knowledge that calcium is an important mineral for bone growth and mineralization. We also need calcium to support nerve function, for healthy muscles, and to clot blood. But when it comes to the best sources, the amount of calcium we need, and things we do that decrease calcium absorption, we are often left in the dark. Or worse – lied to. Lie #1: Milk is the best source of calcium. What Is Fenugreek Good For? - Mercola.com. Busted: 6 Modern Nutritional Myths : Waking Times. Our Top 10 Superfoods List. 11 Reason to Put More Avocado to Your Diet. 7 Super Seeds that Will Change Your Health. 8 Top Vegan Foods Packed with Protein.

Detailed Listing of Acid / Alkaline Forming Foods. 11 Healthy Food Swaps for Common Foods and Ingredients. Home > 11 Healthy Food Swaps for Common Foods and Ingredients. Wondering About a Vegan Diet? (Infographic) pH Chart of Alkaline and Acidic Foods. Home > pH Chart of Alkaline and Acidic Foods. Anti-inflammatory-food-pyramid.jpg (JPEG-bilde, 705x693 punkter) - Skalert (94 %)

5 Superfood Duos. Waking Times Infographic - These superfood duos are powerful foods that when combined offer many essential vitamins and minerals to keep our bodies healthy and strong. If you’re looking to supercharge your health, add these food combinations to your diet at least twice a week. Superfoods with Strongest Immunity-boosting Power. MINERALS FOR LIFE. Medicinal Value of Whole Foods. Maple Syrup Does Far More For Your Health Than Just Sweeten Your Food. Alchemical Properties of Foods: Hundreds of Foodstuffs Classified According to Their Elemental Nature. How Nutritious are Chia Seeds? This Will Surprise You. 7 Superbly Beneficial Superfoods and Why They are Good for You. The Secret Ingredient In Your Orange Juice.

Could you be protein deficient? Here are the hidden signs. Is chlorella good for you? 10 Ingredients in Processed Foods That Steal Nutrients From Your Body. Your Brain on Caffeine. 15 Things Worth Knowing About Coffee. Top 10 Energy Nutrients Missing from the American Diet.