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The “Queen of Fruits” Or Too Good to be True?

The Sherpa — Tue, 21 May 2013 06:00:53 +0000

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The “Queen of Fruits” Or Too Good to be True? is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com By now, the story sounds familiar… An exotic fruit, found mainly in Asia, used for centuries as a folk medicine is said to cure many modern ailments, and Westerners now have the opportunity to benefit from this so-called super fruit’s powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which purportedly do everything from reducing cancer risk and warding off cardiovascular disease, to easing arthritis and preventing acne. But – of course –this magical fruit is usually only sold in the form of juice, supplements, and other products pushed [...]

Nature’s Most Potent Stress Buster?

The Sherpa — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:00:20 +0000

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Nature’s Most Potent Stress Buster? is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com It sounds like something out of National Geographic: On a remote South Pacific island, villagers form a circle. Some members of the group chew small pieces of a root, spit them into a bowl, and then add coconut milk. After the brew has been strained, it’s poured into another bowl and passed around the circle, where villagers sip its contents. This sacred ceremony has taken place for thousands of years, a ritual that encourages relaxation and bonding. And now, research suggests that the stress-busting benefits of the mystical root involved [...]

A Deep Sea Algae that Can Reverse Heart Disease?

The Sherpa — Tue, 07 May 2013 06:00:33 +0000

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A Deep Sea Algae that Can Reverse Heart Disease? is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com When you think of antioxidant-rich foods, fruits and vegetables probably come to mind. But there’s another source of these healthful compounds – and it just may be the most powerful food of all. You won’t find this potential superfood in your garden, though. In fact, you won’t find it on land at all. That’s because this antioxidant powerhouse is a type of seaweed. Proponents say that, when taken in regularly, it can cure everything from heart disease, to obesity, to hair loss. But what is the [...]

America’s #1 Weight Loss Supplement?

The Sherpa — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:00:36 +0000

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America’s #1 Weight Loss Supplement? is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com If you watch TV, read magazines, or surf the Internet, you’ve probably seen advertisements for what manufacturers claim is “America’s #1 weight-loss supplement.” If something’s so popular, it has to be good, right? Well, not so fast. See, there’s some basic research to suggest that HydroxycutTM and other products containing the fruit-based substance hydroxycitrate may help block fat and suppress appetite. But there just isn’t a lot of good clinical evidence that it actually helps people lose weight. Plus, hydroxycitrate may promote liver damage – depending on whom you ask. So does [...]

Eat THIS to Keep the Doctor Away

The Sherpa — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:00:45 +0000

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Eat THIS to Keep the Doctor Away is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com We’ve all heard the old adage: “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” And as much as that seemslike an old wives’ tale, there just might be some truth to this claim. See, apples – along with onions, berries, grains, and even red wine – are rich in a substance that may indeed keep the doctor away. Well, at least if you suffer from certain conditions. And while you may not want to eat a bushel of apples (or onions, for that matter) every day, you can [...]

The Bitter Truth about THIS Natural Remedy

The Sherpa — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 06:00:01 +0000

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The Bitter Truth about THIS Natural Remedy is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com Imagine an all-natural, fruit-based product that’s powerful enough to kill bacteria, viruses, and other harmful substances, yet gentle enough to use internally or topically. Sounds great, right? But now imagine the product turns out not to be as natural as you thought. In fact, it’s filled with synthetic additives and preservatives that may be the real reason for its supposed benefits. And, despite rave reviews from proponents who say it can cure everything from acne to cancer, let’s say there was no good scientific evidence to support these [...]

Chemicals in Food that Make You Fat

Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 06:00:07 +0000

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Chemicals in Food that Make You Fat is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com For decades we’ve been told that the “formula” for weight loss is incredibly simple: eat less and exercise more. Unfortunately, that’s very far from the whole truth. We’re now learning that there are powerful influences on weight that go beyond calories and exercise. We’re at the infancy of our knowledge about obesity, and we’re not all that brilliant about weight loss in general. But one thing I can tell you with absolute certainty is this: it’s notjust about eating less. No one wakes up in the morning and [...]

5 “Little Demons” that Pack on Belly Fat

Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 13:17:56 +0000

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5 “Little Demons” that Pack on Belly Fat is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com Nobody smokes cigarettes because they didn’t get the memo about lung cancer. And nobody eats junk food because they didn’t get the memo about sugar. No, we continue to eat foods that pack on the belly fat, because we can’t resist them. And that’s by design. You see, there are powerful forces that are seemingly outside of our control that conspire to make us fat, sick, tired and even depressed. These “little demons” wreak havoc on our ability to control cravings, combat urges and avoid temptation. The [...]

Can This Plant Work Miracles?

The Sherpa — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 06:00:10 +0000

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Can This Plant Work Miracles? is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com Could the answer to a slew of skin-related woes be found in a humble houseplant? If you keep an aloe plant in your home, the answer could be “yes”. Aloe vera has long been revered for its natural healing properties – and recent research suggests that there may be real science behind the legend. But just because a therapy is natural, doesn’t always mean it’s safe. See, aloe vera may be an effective – and harmless – treatment when used topically. But take it by mouth, and it may not [...]

The Two Worst Foods in the World

Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 07:00:46 +0000

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The Two Worst Foods in the World is a post from: NaturalHealthSherpa.com Ask 10 people to name the two worst movies ever made and you’ll probably get a lot of different answers. Ishtar? Waterworld? It’s hard to say. Whether you’re picking movies, books, or politicians, there are so many candidates for awfulness that it’s hard to pick the top two. But when it comes to food, the choice is easy. Why You MUST Remove These Two Foods from Your Diet… Drum roll please….French fries and soda. Folks, if we took just those two “foods” out of our diet and nothing [...]