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Hemoglobin Blood Test: High Level Effects & Normal Ranges

Hemoglobin is an extremely important protein. As an essential part of red blood cells, it delivers oxygen to all parts of the body. In this post (Part 1), we go over the roles, health benefits, but...

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6 Lemon Verbena Uses & Benefits

In addition to its appealing citrus taste and aroma, lemon verbena has some potential health benefits thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds. Read this article to discover some of...

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8 Biotin (Vitamin B7) Health Benefits + Side Effects, Dosage

Vitamin B7, more commonly known as biotin, is a B vitamin. Like all B-type vitamins, biotin aids the body in breaking down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins for energy production. It also has roles in...

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10 Chlorella Health Benefits + Side Effects & Reviews

The medicinal properties and nutritional value of Chlorella can help shield the heart, brain, liver, and more. Asian traditions have used this microalga for centuries, and modern science now brings it...

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13 Benefits of White Mulberry (Morus Alba)

Morus alba has many claimed benefits, including lowering blood sugar and fat levels, supporting brain function, and preventing bone loss. In addition, the herb has few reported side effects. Read this...

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Fisetin Potential Benefits + Foods, Dosage & Side Effects

Scientists wouldn’t ever have become fascinated with strawberries if it wasn’t for this plant pigment. Meet fisetin: a promising anti-aging compound and a so-called senolytic. It also has...

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Black Pepper And Piperine: Health Benefits + Side Effects

Piperine is the chemical that makes black pepper spicy. It may prevent inflammation and oxidative stress and holds promise in the treatment of diseases as diverse as diabetes, epilepsy, vitiligo, and...

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Potential Health Benefits of Nardostachys Jatamansi

Nardostachys jatamansi is an herb known for its potential ability to reduce stress and improve cognitive function and sleep. While clinical trials are lacking, the herb improved memory, reduced...

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15 Interesting Health Benefits of Sea Buckthorn + Side Effects

A common plant used in traditional Chinese medicine, as well as in jams for its sweet flavor, sea buckthorn (Hippophae Ramnoides) is a thorny berry-filled bush found in Central Asia and Europe that can...

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5 Uses of Ondansetron (Zofran) + Side Effects

Ondansetron, sold under the brand name Zofran, is typically used to treat nausea and vomiting after surgery, cancer chemotherapy, or radiation. The following article provides more detailed information...

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5 Steps that May Regenerate the Liver Naturally

In most cases, preventing any damage is impossible. Science asks the question of how to “mitigate” the damage, enhance regeneration, and find nutrients that support liver health–and that may be...

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8 Factors that May Lower Oxygen Levels + Tests

Scientists think that low oxygen levels or hypoxia can cause problems with the mitochondria and the brain. Read this post to learn the science behind factors that may lower oxygen levels. Why Does...

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Balancing an Elevated Th1 Immune System

This post is part of a series about immune balance. It dissects the Th1 response, diseases associated with its elevation, and complementary approaches – including lifestyle, food, and supplements –...

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Burdock Root Benefits + Side Effects

Burdock root is the innocuous-looking underground structure of the burdock plant, which is found in many regions around the world. While people in Europe, Korea, and Japan consume it as a vegetable,...

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MitoQ Potential Benefits + Reviews, Dosage & Side Effects

MitoQ is special among antioxidants because it can concentrate in the mitochondria, the source of most free radicals. In animal trials, it delayed aging and protected the heart, liver, and brain....

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12 Natural Factors that May Increase Orexin & Wakefulness

Orexin, also called hypocretin, is a neurotransmitter that regulates arousal, wakefulness, and appetite. Scientists suspect that narcolepsy is caused by a lack of orexin in the brain due to the...

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6 Health Benefits of Kava + Side Effects

Kava is a plant traditionally used as an intoxicating beverage by the indigenous people of the South Pacific. Kava can also be used to help with anxiety, stress, insomnia, and other disorders. However,...

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6+ Surprising Benefits of Lactobacillus paracasei

L. paracasei is a beneficial probiotic species of bacteria that may benefit the immune system and gut microbiota and reduce allergic symptoms and skin sensitivity. What other potential health benefits...

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Understanding Leaky Gut + Causes & Ways To Improve

‘Leaky gut’ is gaining more attention by the day, although it is not a recognized medical condition. This is because studies are increasingly associating various diseases with the state of our gut....

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5 Health Benefits of Guarana + Side Effects

Guarana (Paullinia cupana) is a plant that hails from the Amazon. Its many claimed benefits include stimulant, weight loss, and cognitive-enhancement effects. Because of the complexity of its...

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