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11/21/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Clinical trial finds ashwagandha to be effective in managing weight in chronically stressed people

Chronic stress is associated with many health problems, including weight gain and obesity. Researchers in India suggest people who are chronically stressed to consider taking ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) to prevent weight gain and obesity. Ashwagandha is a common adaptogen and is known for reducing stress and anxiety. The researchers aimed to evaluate the safety and […]

11/17/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Ashwagandha may be used for body weight management in people who are chronically stressed

Chronic stress is associated with weight gain and obesity. A study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine suggests that people who are chronically stressed should consider using ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) to keep a healthy body weight and prevent weight gain. Ashwagandha is a common adaptogen and is known for reducing stress and […]

11/14/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Women who suffer from heavy menstrual bleeding are recommended to supplement with Shepherd’s purse

Menorrhagia, a condition better known as heavy menstrual bleeding, is a very common condition in women. It’s also one of the main reasons for impaired quality of life and iron-deficiency anemia in women — making the need for treatment a priority. One natural way to treat the condition is to supplement it with shepherd’s purse (Capsella […]

10/27/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Motherwort helps menopausal women manage their weight

Motherwort (Leonurus sibiricus), a popular functional food and medicinal herb, has been known to be beneficial for women, especially older women. In a study published in the Journal of Natural Medicines, it was found that motherwort can help menopausal women manage their weight and prevent weight gain. Menopausal women are more likely to gain weight because of […]

04/25/2018 / By Zoey Sky

DIY antibacterial spray for your workout equipment

No one likes working out on gross and smelly yoga mats, but most cleaning products contain toxic chemicals that can harm you and the environment. To keep your workout gear clean and fresh without resorting to harmful chemicals, try making a DIY antibacterial spray. (h/t to Blog.PaleoHacks.com) With this toxin-free spray, you won’t have to […]

04/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

The best metabolism-boosting foods to help you lose weight and KEEP it off

Struggling to lose those extra pounds and actually keep them off? Instead of trying ineffective diet fads, eat foods with “super nutrients proven to help you to burn fat.” According to nutritionist Rick Hay, you can effectively lose weight by eating more metabolism-boosting foods, so you can burn extra calories without going to extremes. Hay […]

02/17/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Lemon verbena extract found to reduce muscle damage after exercise

Lemon verbena can be used to relieve muscle soreness and post-workout pain, according to new research published in the Journal of the International Society of Sport Nutrition. The recent clinical trial followed 40 men and women who described themselves as “moderately active” and who had reported on the effects of lemon verbena extract in lessening […]

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