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Binge Eating At Night? Here’s How To Stop

Do you get to the end of a “good” day with food and it all seems to go downhill after dinner? I’ve been there. I’d try SO hard to be good and conscious of what I was eating during the day and then all hell seemed to break loose at night. No matter what I did, I didn’t know how to stop overeating ...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/binge-eating-at-night-heres-how-to-stop/

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Doctors Think Heart Disease Is More About Inflammation Than Fat

We can sometimes forget why, exactly, we work so hard to protect our health. Because despite the fact that we’ve created this wonderful, inspiring community of healers, chefs, and yogis, the world is still facing some major health challenges. Heart disease is still the leading cause of mortality ...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/doctors-think-heart-disease-is-more-about-inflammation-than-fat/

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What NOT to Say to Someone With a Chronic Illness

Who among us hasn’t put their foot in their mouth on occasion? Sickness and disability can make you feel uncomfortable and tongue tied. Here’s what you need to know about people who have a chronic illness: they’re people just like you. They don’t necessarily want to talk about their health every ...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/what-not-to-say-to-someone-with-a-chronic-illness/

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How Sugar Causes Cavities and Destroys Your Teeth

It’s common knowledge that sugar is bad for your teeth, but it wasn’t always so. In fact, when the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle first observed that sweet foods like soft figs caused tooth decay, nobody believed him. But as science has progressed, one thing is certain — sugar causes tooth d...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/how-sugar-causes-cavities-and-destroys-your-teeth/

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Without Bees, You Can Say Goodbye to These Breakfast Foods

It has become clear that bee populations are declining more rapidly than expected. In fact, as Colony Collapse Disorder progresses, 1 in 4 native bee species are at risk for extinction. And this is bad news for our diets. New research from the working group at UC Santa Barbara’s National Center f...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/without-bees-you-can-say-goodbye-to-these-breakfast-foods/

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Health Benefits of Epsom Salt Baths

Most of us know about the importance of iron and calcium for our bodies, but what about magnesium? It is the second most abundant element in human cells and the fourth most important positively charged ion in the body. It helps the body regulate over 325 enzymes and plays an important role in...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/health-benefits-of-epsom-salt-baths/

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Are Energy Drinks Good or Bad for You?

Energy drinks are intended to boost your energy, alertness and concentration. People of all ages consume them and they continue to grow in popularity. But some health professionals have warned that energy drinks may have harmful consequences, which has led many people to question their...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/are-energy-drinks-good-or-bad-for-you/

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The Best Way to Wash Fruit and Vegetables

How might we reduce our exposure to pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables? What about staying away from imported produce? Well, it turns out domestic produce may be even worse, dispelling the notion that imported fruits and vegetables pose greater potential health risks to...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/the-best-way-to-wash-fruit-and-vegetables/

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Anxiety: Are Nutritional Deficiencies a Common Cause?

As big-brained hominids, humans have the unique ability to think about the future. The very fact that we can perceive and plan for the time ahead has allowed us to conquer the earth, but it comes with a downside: anxiety. If extreme rumination on past events characterizes depression, worrying...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/anxiety-are-nutritional-deficiencies-a-common-cause/

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Health Benefits of Stevia, The Sugar Substitute

The Stevia plant with its ‘sweet leaf’ is a sugar substitute and also incredibly good for you. Unlike sugar, it doesn’t create an insulin response and actually nourishes the pancreas, which helps regulate blood sugar. The leaf is 30 times sweeter than sugar, while extracts are 300-400 times sweet...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/health-benefits-of-stevia-the-sugar-substitute/

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Will this French superfood crawl its way to American restaurants?

Escargot is the name for snail in the French tongue. These slimy little creatures have long been considered a delicacy in France, a nation well versed in the art of distinctive cuisine. France even celebrates a National Snail Day every May 24th, says Snailworld.com, who also reports that snails...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/will-this-french-superfood-crawl-its-way-to-american-restaurants/

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What’s the Difference Between Fruits and Vegetables?

Most people know that fruits and vegetables are good for you, but not as many are familiar with the differences between them. In terms of structure, taste and nutrition, there are many distinctions between fruits and vegetables. This article will take a closer look at the differences...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/whats-the-difference-between-fruits-and-vegetables/

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Scientists Just Discovered How Slow Breathing Calms the Mind and Body

Slow, deep breathing has remarkable effects on both the mind and body. When done right, almost anyone can gain relief from stress and anxiety in as little as a few minutes. It’s one of the simplest and most accessible forms of relaxation, yet little has been known about how the simple act of b...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/scientists-just-discovered-how-slow-breathing-calms-the-mind-and-body/

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Get Good Gut Health With Prebiotics And Probiotics

We all want our gut to feel good. No one wants a gut that is in constant turmoil possibly leading to serious conditions of Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, diabetes, obesity or rheumatoid arthritis. What our gut is trying to tell us when these diseases arise is that the gut’s microbiome, par...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/get-good-gut-health-with-prebiotics-and-probiotics/

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Are Phytoestrogens Harmful for Men?

Many plant foods contain phytoestrogens — compounds that are similar to the hormone estrogen. Some people believe that eating foods high in phytoestrogens may impair fertility in men, while others claim these compounds are healthy. This evidence-based review looks into the science. What Are P...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/are-phytoestrogens-harmful-for-men/

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Monsanto is an evil company that doesn’t care about you or the environment

Recent lawsuits against Monsanto — arguably one of the world’s most evil corporations — continue to highlight the company’s wrongdoings and misdeeds. Many of their actions would have less-connected individuals locked up or worse, and yet, Monsanto continues to enjoy their position at the helm of ...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/monsanto-is-an-evil-company-that-doesnt-care-about-you-or-the-environment/

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A Naturopath’s Guide To Avoiding Constipation

You feel bloated, congested, and maybe a little gassier than usual. You’ve spent the majority of the day trying to get some form of bowel movement happening so that you can have substantial relief, yet every trick under your belt fails dismally. You’re desperate and do not want another day of fee...

http://www.paleomessenger.com/a-naturopaths-guide-to-avoiding-constipation/