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Fat and Cholesterol

Flaxseed side-effects, risks and warnings

Flaxseeds are mostly known for their dense nutrient composition and health benefits similar to chia seeds. Flaxseed side-effects are, however, not uncommon and worth considering before adding them to our…

August 29, 2018 · 7 min read
Fat and Cholesterol

What is flax? All about flax and flaxseeds

Flax is a plant that is native to Western Asia. It has been used as early as 30,000 years ago. One of the earliest records of flax usage were in…

August 17, 2018 · 10 min read
Diet Related Diseases

ADHD treatment – medication and therapeutic options

There’s no cure for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). However, treatment involving a combination of medications, psychotherapy and natural therapy can help control many ADHD symptoms. This article focuses on…

August 6, 2018 · 9 min read
Caffeine and Coffee

What is cocoa? Health benefits of cocoa solids and cocoa butter.

This article answers questions such as: what is cocoa powder, cocoa butter, cocoa powder, cocoa beans, cocoa nibs, cocoa liquor, what are the health benefits and health promoting components of…

July 30, 2018 · 10 min read
Diet Related Diseases

ADHD symptoms – how is it diagnosed?

The purpose of this article is to provide the basic background knowledge on ADHD symptoms that is useful for discussing natural ADHD treatments through dietary restrictions or nutrient supplements. ADHD…

July 23, 2018 · 8 min read

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