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Muira Puama
Male sexual stimulants have always been a popular category in the health food marketplace. Lets face it: many people are looking for a natural, herbal Viagra. Muira puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides), c
Where Have All the Monarchs Gone?
Learn about monarch butterflies, their amazing migration, why they\'re struggling, and what we can do to help protect them.Monarch butterflies are a tropical species, and like other tropical insects, t
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Why You’re Not Hungry After Working Out
If you ever finish a tough workout and feel like eating is the last thing on your mind, you’re not alone. Having a decreased appetite after exercise is clinically known as exercise-induced anore
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Skin performs many important physiological functions and is extremely susceptible to free-radical damage. To function optimally and stay healthy, your skin needs nourishing with antioxidants from the
The Perfect Playlist, According to Science
The next time you lace up your sneakers, crank up the tunes. Working out to music can increase endurance, improve performance and reduce the perception of fatigue, according to 2020 research.
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Rosehip oil is rich in fatty acids, lycopene, and vitamins A and C. It treats sun damage, scars, stretch marks, and nourishes dry hair and brittle nails.While we may be tempted to worship the sun, ove
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Given that so many gyms and fitness studios are now closed across the globe, people are looking for ways to work out at home and outdoors now more than ever. Provided you’re feeling well, exerci
Become a Citizen Scientist
Grab your smartphone, hoist your binoculars, and observe the natural world around you. You can be a boots-on-the-ground observer/data collector for a local research project.There are scientists among
Reached a Plateau?
\"I dont get it. I was doing so well, and all of a sudden, I stopped improving.\" This is a familiar refrain from exercisers who believe their program has failed them. In reality, they have maximized w
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St. John's Wort
I still get a thrill when I discover a medicinal herb thriving in forest or field. With its cheery yellow flowers, unique blood red pigment, and equally colourful history, St. John\'s wort is one of my
Wildlife Wednesday: Blacktip Reef Shark
Lets take a deep breath, lift our chins, and fish out some interesting facts about blacktip reef sharks.Although they’re definitely not as big as Jaws, the sight of one of these guys (or gals) near a
Trace the Spice Route
If a late-night wander through a hazy, heady North African market isn\'t in the cards for this evening, cooking with Moroccan spices may just be the next best thing. A visit from the bold stars of the
The Science of Feeling Great
Most people think of their metabolism as affecting their ability to gain or lose weight. But our metabolism also affects mood and the way we feel. The truth of the matter is that we feel our best when
How to Succeed at Intermittent Fasting
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Get a Lock on Healthy Lips
This winter give your lips some tender-loving lip care to keep them smooth and supple for Valentine\'s Day - and all winter long.Smack dab in the middle of the coldest month of the year is a day that c
Your Best Summer Skin
Flaunt glowing, healthy skin this summer. Cleanse, exfoliate, moisturize, and protect your skin so you can put your best face forward.Summer is a time to flaunt glowing, healthy skin. Hemlines are sho
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If you ever feel like your body hovers around a certain number on the scale — no matter how much you clean up your diet or ramp up your workouts — it’s not all in your head. When it comes to wei
Man Enough to Moisturize
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Get a Walking Workout Without Leaving Your House
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