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A Natural Bug Repellent Recipe: Even Your Cat Might Like It

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Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

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You've probably heard of catnip in relationship to cats. Some cats really love it. On the other hand, bugs hate catnip. I'm talking of mosquitoes, black flies...

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From Brown Bread to Pâté: A Delectable Journey through Ice Cream History

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Written by: Lindsay Middleton, University of Glasgow

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English Heritage is now selling what it calls “the best thing since sliced bread” at 13 of its sites – brown bread ice cream, inspired by a Georgian recipe.

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The Science Behind Junk Food Addiction and the Global Obesity Crisis

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Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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Do you know why junk food is so addictive? Are you craving sweets yet? If you've ever wondered why junk food can be so addictive, you're not alone.

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Unraveling the Healing Potential of Green Tea Compound EGCG for Uterine Fibroids

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Written by: InnerSelf Staff

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Uterine fibroids, or leiomyomas, are benign tumors commonly occurring in the uterus. They affect many women, particularly African Americans, and can lead to clinical symptoms such as abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, and infertility.

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The Flavorful Secrets of Spices: Exploring How Plants Create Taste Sensations

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Written by: Beronda L. Montgomery

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I love savory and spicy foods. Lasagna laden with basil and oregano. Beautifully golden curries infused with turmeric, or rice flavored with saffron.

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Is Your Honey Authentic? 10 Home Tests to Determine its Purity

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Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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10 simple tests you can perform at home to check if your honey is genuine. Ensure you're buying authentic honey with these helpful tips.

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Discover the Power of Sprouted Wheat Flour: 10 Reasons to Choose this Nutrient-Rich Alternative

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Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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Are you looking to elevate your baking and cooking to a new level of health and nutrition? Look no further than sprouted wheat flour, a rising star in alternative flours.

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The Hidden Truth About Private Label Avocado Oil

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Written by: InnerSelf Staff

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Unravel the truth behind the purity and quality of private-label avocado oil. Understand the implications of recent findings and learn about the need for transparency in the avocado oil market.

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Reclaiming Our Health: Unveiling the Alarming Truths of the Processed Food Industry

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Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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Dive into the detrimental effects of ultra-processed foods, the intertwined nature of the processed food industry and government regulations, and the urgent need to prioritize our health and well-being.

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Food Is the Easy Way to a Healthy Life

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Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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Do you want to avoid flipping through countless diet books that lead you to feel more confused than ever? Have you just been stuffing yourself with quick and easy processed fast foods?

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Can Green Tea Be Harmful to Your Health?

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Written by: Bryant Lusk

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Green tea is consistently featured in the list of the healthiest beverages in the world, and for good reason.

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Why the Ethics of Octopus Farming Is So Troubling

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Written by: Lindsay Hamilton

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Octopus is a popular ingredient in many cuisines, with some 420,000 metric tonnes of this mollusc being caught worldwide each year.

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Why and How Your Body Is an Orchestra and Recycling Center

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Written by: Michael J. Shea, Ph.D

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From the moment of conception, the human body builds two waste processing systems. Recycling happens for cells that are dying or cells that have waste prod­ucts...

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Essential Oil Use for Infants and the Very Young

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Written by: Heather Dawn Godfrey, PGCE, BSc

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Great care must be taken when using essential oils around the very young. These same guidelines should also be followed with the elderly and with those who are frail or whose immune systems are severely compromised.

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Everybody Eats Earth in Some Way or Another

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Written by: Ran Knishinsky

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There are many reasons why so many people of different ages, cultures, and races eat clay. Do these earth-eaters know something most people don’t? Yes, they do. Now you will know, too.

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Deepening Our Relationship with Food

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Written by: Candice Covington

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Nowadays most everyone is familiar with the unique health benefits of fruits, vegetables, protein, herbs, and spices, and their specific effects on the human organism.

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Brains with More Vitamin D May Work Better

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Written by: Taraneh Pettinato-

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The brains of people with cognitive decline fare better with higher levels of vitamin D, research finds.

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Compounds In Wine and Green Tea Can Slow Alzheimer’s?

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Written by: Taylor McNeil

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Two common compounds—green tea catechins and resveratrol in red wine and other foods—reduce the formation of Alzheimer’s plaques, a new study shows.

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Like Genes, Your Gut Microbes Pass from One Generation to the Next

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Written by: Taichi A. Suzuki and Ruth Ley

Like Genes, Your Gut Microbes Pass From One Generation To The Next

When the first humans moved out of Africa, they carried their gut microbes with them. Turns out, these microbes also evolved along with them.

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How Black Cardamom Prevention Qualities Supports Food As Medicine

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Written by: National University of Singapore

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Black cardamom contains potent bioactive compounds that could be used in the treatment or prevention of lung cancer, according to a new study.

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How to Safeguard Your Heart Health with Nutrition

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Written by: Bryant Lusk

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Some of the best nutritional strategies and dietary patterns for safeguarding your cardiovascular system are simple changes that can make a world of difference.

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