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Agave Is Not As Healthy As You Think
But Is Agave Healthy? New research suggests that agave may not be as good for you as originally thought. But what about agave’s supposed health benefits? The bottom line is that refined agave sweeteners are not inherently healthier than sugar, honey, high-fructose corn syrup, or any other sweetener. Nutritionally and functionally, agave syrup is similar…
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Signs You May Have An Autoimmune Disease
rheumatoid arthritis, type I diabetes, thyroid disease (Hashimoto’s or Graves), irritable bowel disorders (IBS, Chrohn’s), lupus, psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, and more, and can cause many different types of symptoms all over the body that range from mild to severe in nature. Although each autoimmune disease is unique, many share hallmark symptoms, such as fatigue, dizziness,…
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Charlotte's Gluten & Allergen Free Wellness Event: March 29, 2014
Save The Date…. Charlotte’s Annual Gluten & Allergen Free Wellness Event on March 29, 2014 There will be hundreds of vendors who cater to allergy friendly living! Sample foods and interact with these vendors! Lake Norman Integrative Wellness& Wellness is proud to be participating as a vendor for the 3rd year in a row! Dr.…
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Health Benefits Of Lemons
Health Benefits Of Lemons Detoxification According to the Food Babe, drinking warm lemon water (with cayenne pepper) first thing in the morning provides a super stimulant to the liver, your main detoxing organ in the body. Your liver will release uric acid and create bile to safely eliminate environmental and lifestyle toxins that would otherwise…
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Nutritional Deficiencies Can Cause Mood Disorders
Learn About Nutrient Deficiencies That Cause Depression and Mood Disorder Symptoms: If you suffer from depression or mood disorders you may be deficient in one of the nutrients below. Researchers have found that many people who suffer from depression and mood disorders are deficient in not just one nutrient but several, all contributing to the…
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Consuming Fat Doesn't Make You Fat
The question: What makes you fat? The answer may surprise you: Consuming fat does not make you fat! Consuming sugar makes you fat! WHY DO WE BELIEVE THAT CONSUMING FAT MAKES US FAT? All this hype started with the Dr. Ancel Key’s “Seven Countries Study” decades ago that examined heart risk based on lifestyle and dietary habits.…
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Protein Powders: Healthy Or Harmful?
Daily Bites Blog to help clear up the confusion! Pros of Protein Powder Weight Gain/Muscle Building If you’re struggling to gain weight and want to put on a few pounds or build lean muscle, protein powders are a convenient way to add extra calories and “substance” to your diet. They’re especially helpful for busy people…
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Gluten Linked To Diabetes
juvenile diabetes because it typically begins in childhood, this autoimmune condition attacks pancreatic cells and prevents them from producing insulin. That means people have to have insulin injections. This type of diabetes differs from type-2, where excess glucose causes the pancreas to release more insulin, leading to insulin resistance within cells. The links between gluten…
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Avoid Food Emergencies
What Is A Food Emergency And How Can You Avoid It? When your blood sugar starts to drop, you are hard-wired to eat anything (and everything) in sight. To think you can use willpower to control your hunger or cravings contradicts the science of how your brain controls your behavior. The more willpower you…
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