Blender Juices Superfood Super Green Vitamin Packed Smoothies

I have lost 92 pounds and still have eight pounds to go. So I'm boosting raw veggies, raw juices and greens. I came late to the juicing fellowship and have not bought one yet. I wrote that I was considering buying a juicer. A commenter suggested I use the juice function on my blender and I said mine didn't have that option.wrote Juicer Pricing Considerations.  Then I had an ah-ha moment. Of course the blender can juice, using "liquefy." Well, color me brilliant, it worked. Juice was a bit pulpy, more like a smoothie. A juicer would probably make less chunky veggie juices I'm after. But to save $75 and counter space? I'll live with it.   Blender Juices Superfood Super Green Drink

Strep Throat Non-Group Bacterial Infections- When to Medicate?

Strep Throat Infection Non-Group a -Treat with Antibiotics?
Streptococcus, more commonly known as Strep Throat, is a relatively common bacteria, affecting children primarily, causing sore throat, fever and cold symptoms. There are several strains of strep. There is some debate whether to treat non-group A strep.
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Stress, Decreased Resistance and Infection

The Relationship Between Stress, Illness and Exhaustion
Stress is the amount of pressure applied to an object. In psychological terms, stress is the amount of physical or emotional pressure levied upon a person. Excess stress is directly linked to decreased resistance to infection.
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Mono (mononucleosis) and Epstein Barr Virus Symptoms, Healing

Mono (mononucleosis) and Epstein Barr Virus: The Kissing Disease
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Tonsils, Frequent Illness, Infection and Sore Throat

Tonsils, Frequent Illness and Infections in Children
Tonsils collect infection in the body. If a child has frequent sore throats, tonsillitis, illness or infection, the tonsils may be infected. A tonsilectomy, although painful,can help prevent recurring illness.
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Nutrition and Health: Eat Those Veggies!

Did you know that for every carrot stick consumed by children in elementary schools, about 500 junk food snacks are consumed? Speaking health-wise, that's a horrible ratio. With childhood obesity, juvenile diabetes, cholesterol issues and other nutrition related illnesses on the rise, we need to be proactive with our health. With health issues, the best offense is a good defense. I mean good nutrition; eating right is your best defense against illness, infection and health issues. And the number one easiest way to better health with nutrition is to Eat Your Veggies! Here's a DIY guide to delicious, inexpensive and vitamin rich vegetables. Read more...

Unsanitary Work Environments

The Most Unsanitary Spot in the Home or Workplace
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Vitamins, Minerals, Essential Oils

Nutritional Supplement Guide: Vitamins and Minerals
The average person's diet lacks certain essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients. The best source of nutrients is from the foods we eat. But some nutrients are difficult to obtain in sufficient quantities. Follow this guide to balance nutrition.
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Miscarriage and Still-Born Infant: Health Issues for Mom

Stillborn Infant: The Long-Term Physical Effects
I have lost two infants that were almost to the age of viability. This article covers many of the long-term effects of stillborn infant upon the mother, physically.
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Vitamins, Minerals, Amino Acids: Health Management

Vitamin, Mineral and Herbal Supplements: A How-to Guide
In the US especially, the average person's diet lacks certain essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients. The best source of nutrients is from the foods we eat. Some nutrients are difficult to obtain in sufficient quantities, however. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) usually sets the recommended daily allowance (RDA) at the bare minimum instead of at the ideal amount.

Nutritional supplements can compensate for the deficiency. As with any food product, read all nutrition information carefully. Many supplements contain unhealthy additives like sucrose, dextrose, artificial colors and glycols. Here is a list of nutrients and how they are used by the body as well as good sources for this nutrient.
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Healthy Nutrition = Illness Prevention

10 Easy Food Switches to Get More Vitamin C
10 dietary substitutions that only require a change in form to get more vitamin C
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Cold, Sinus Infection, Seasonal Allergies and Flu

When is a Cold Not a Cold?
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Diagnosing and Treating Cold and Flu Symptoms
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Prevent Seasonal Allergies with Home Maintenance

10 Seasonal Home Maintenance Tips
Easy, inexpensive and quick home maintenance tips. Make your home a safe home. Cleaning tips for good health. Prevent allergy problems. Reduce your costs.
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Self-Care Basics

Self-Care Basics: Ways to Stay Sane and Healthy
Physical health = Emotional health = self- care. We have to meet our needs and be our own best friend. What tools are necessary for self-care?
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Bacterial/Viral Spinal Meningitis

Spinal Meningitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Viral and bacterial meningitis information. What is meningitis? How do you get it? What are the symptoms? Based on experience and research.
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AIDS/ HIV Health and Nutrition

Living with HIV/AIDS: Nutritional Health Issues
Detailed analysis of the HIV/AIDS infection from a health and nutritional perspective.
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Natural Energy and Immunity Boost from Alacer Emergen-C

Emergen-C: Natural Drug-Free Energy Booster and Immunity Builder
Need a boost of energy to make it through the day? Emergen-C is a safe, natural, effective, inexpensive healthy super energy booster.
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