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Are you suffering from infertility, fibroids, endometriosis, PMS or menopause? If so, natural progesterone cream can correct the hormone imbalance that's causing these issues.
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Black cohosh is an herb that's used to make tablets, extracts and teas. Its benefits including helping manage menopause symptoms, pain, anxiety and trouble sleeping.
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Adaptogenic mushrooms have gained significant attention in recent years due to their potential health benefits, especially for stress management and overall wellness. These natural fungi, known for their adaptogenic properties, can help the body adapt to various stressors, whether physical, mental or environmental.
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Pectin is a source of fiber extracted from fruits, vegetables and seeds. Whether taken as a supplement or as part of food, benefits include helping to treat constipation, high cholesterol and diabetes.
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Probiotics are live bacteria in food or supplements that provide health benefits. In this guide, learn about the foods, supplements and more.
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Prebiotics are the fuel that allow probiotics to do their work. Learn about prebiotic benefits, plus top foods and dosage recommendations for supplements.
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Do you eat enough high-fiber foods? If not, you may want to consider a daily fiber supplement. Find out which is right is for you and how to take it.
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Gum arabic is a gluten-free thickening agent that acts as a prebiotic. Learn how acacia fiber can benefit health, along with how to use it and more.
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Lysine, or L-lysine, benefits include treating cold sores, increasing calcium absorption, reducing diabetes and improving gut health. Learn about top foods, supplements and more.
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The health benefits of basil include helping fight cancer, stress, disease, inflammation, depression, diabetes and more. Learn more here.
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A potential way to support the body's synthesis of serotonin is by taking 5-HTP supplements, which may help with weight loss, mood, sleep and more.
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Palo santo benefits include detoxification, remedying a cold and reducing stress. Learn about other uses and potential side effects here.
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Fulvic acid is a group of substances found in natural materials, such as soil. Learn about its potential health benefits, dosage, plus risks and side effects.
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Oligosaccharides are a prebiotic found in many foods we eat every day. They're linked to health benefits like improved heart health, increased weight loss and more.
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Wormwood is an herb used to fight parasites and diseases parasites carry, but that's not all. Learn other benefits, how to use (such as tea), plus risks.
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Ceylon cinnamon, often referred to as "true cinnamon," is a prized spice known for its delicate flavor and numerous health benefits. Find out more here.
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An essential flavor in many cuisines, cumin seeds have many health benefits and medicinal properties. Learn more and try delicious recipes.
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Barberry is a herbal supplement sold as capsules, fluid extracts, tinctures and topical ointment. Tea uses its dried roots. Find out benefits for certain health issues.
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Grapefruit seed extract possesses antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties and recommended its use for many issues, such as candida, earaches, throat infections and diarrhea.
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Adding adaptogenic herbs, roots and plant substances (like certain mushrooms) to your routine can relieve stress, boost energy, help build muscle and more.
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Did you know this antioxidant could help you exercise and even live longer? Learn more about quercetin benefits and the top food sources.
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Glycine is a conditional/non-essential amino acid found in certain foods and supplements. It helps form connective tissue throughout the body, along with other key benefits.
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Have you ever heard of lion's mane mushroom? If not, you should know all about the brain-boosting, cancer-fighting benefits of this fungus.
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Senna tea is known to help naturally relieve constipation and clear the bowels before a colonoscopy, and that's not all. However, this powerful tea or supplement needs to be taken carefully and only for a short period of time. Learn how to make and how to use the right way.
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What is yarrow? It's an ancient herb similar tarragon that can be used both medicinally and in recipes. Here are the top yarrow uses and benefits.
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Biotin, or vitamin B7, is needed for healthy metabolic, nerve, digestive and cardiovascular function. Can it also benefit hair growth, nail and skin health? Let's examine, including dosage amounts.
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Vitamin K2 (menaquinone) is a fat-soluble vitamin that can provide many health benefits. Learn about best food sources, deficiency, vs. K1, along with side effects.
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Chickweed is an antioxidant-rich plant that can aid gut, skin and immune health. Learn how to use it and what it can do for overall health.
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Thanks to its active ingredient curcumin, turmeric benefits many aspects of health, including the ability to combat disease and more.
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Bentonite clay is an age-old method of treating many different disorders and detoxifying. From the skin to the digestive system, its benefits are numerous.
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Ingredients like turmeric and black pepper are jam-packed with benefits and have been shown to have a powerful impact on health when used together.
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According to research published in 2024, too much niacin can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease events, such as stroke and heart attack.
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Fenugreek, including the seeds, a powerful medicinal herb used to promote healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels, among other benefits. Learn how to use, including in cooking.
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Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body, but you lose it as you age. Supplementing with bovine collagen can help. Learn more.
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Burdock root can help detoxify your blood, lymphatic system and skin. Learn the health benefits, plus how to use along with some recipes.
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Known scientifically as Asparagus racemosus, shatavari has been used for centuries to promote overall wellness, particularly in women. Find out why.
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While the benefits of probiotics are known for gut and even mental health, it's less understood how to choose the right probiotic supplements. Find out here.
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Berberine is a natural alkaloid found in a variety of herbs, and it can help naturally treat certain conditions, including diabetes and digestive problems. Learn about supplement dosage and more.
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Omega-3s are crucial to our health. It turns out, algal oil is an even safer source of omega-3s and DHA than fish oil. Learn the benefits.
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A study conducted on mice found that two probiotics strains in cheese and yogurt may help lower blood pressure. Learn more here.
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