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Rice is a staple food in many households—especially in Asia, where many people have been eating rice with almost every meal for thousands of years. One particular type of rice, called black rice, is an incredibly healthy and nutritious alternative to white rice, but it hasn’t always been readily available for consumption. In ancient China, noblemen realized the great value of ... Continue Reading
The medicinal plant moringa, or moringa oleifera, is a nutritional powerhouse packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and over 40 disease-fighting antioxidants. Native to Africa and Asia, the moringa plant has been used for generations to prevent and treat all types of physical and mental health conditions. Moringa is composed of 25 percent plant protein—including all ... Continue Reading
Black cumin seed oil, or black seed oil, has been used for centuries. It is rumored to have been called “the remedy for all diseases but death” by the Islamic prophet Mohammed. Over time, it also came to be known as a fountain of youth. So what is this so-called miracle oil and what does it do? Black seed oil was used as early as Cleopatra’s days—she reportedly used it for ... Continue Reading
Gamma-aminobutyric acid, or GABA, is a chemical that is made in the brain. It is a neurotransmitter, and it works by blocking impulses between nerve cells—also called neurons— and the brain. GABA is considered a “depressive” because it slows the rate at which neurons operate and suppresses activities having to do with the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). While a ... Continue Reading
Bet you never considered that a visit to your local comedy club could positively affect your physical and emotional well-being. If you’ve ever heard someone say, “Laughter is the best medicine!” they weren’t wrong. In fact, they may not have realized just how true that statement is. Research shows astounding benefits of laughter, from increasing general happiness to decreasing ... Continue Reading
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