Category: Depression

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Cure Your Stress Addiction

Are you addicted to stress? Check out these five Mindful Health® tips on how to reduce stress. According to the American Psychological Association, 20 percent of Americans describe their stress levels as extreme. Unfortunately, extreme levels of stress cause adrenaline to rush through your body, this creates a “natural high.” The endorphins and dopamine can become quite…
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Organic, Natural Products Your Hair Will Love

From shampoos to hair gels, we use a lot of products to keep our hair looking beautiful. Yet, the cost of beauty could mean jeopardizing our health and the environment. Fortunately, there are organic hair products and natural hair care tips that can help nourish your hair. The Dangers of Parabens, Silicones, Sulfates, and More…
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Let’s Discuss Depression

It’s estimated that 4.4 percent of the world’s population is struggling with depression—that’s over 322 million people. And unfortunately, the rate of common mental disorders, such as depression, has increased in recent years especially in lower-income countries. Today the World Health Organization (WHO) is shining a light on this mental health crisis with their “Depression:…
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Tips To Tame Spring Allergies

As pollen fills the air, millions of Americans start reaching for their Kleenex. It’s officially spring allergy season, also known as allergic rhinitis, and it can be tiring. Fortunately, there are a few tips that can help you deal with spring allergies. Spring Allergies Symptoms Spring allergies are not caused by a virus, like other…
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Sunlight Recharges Your Body and Soul

When you get tired and depressed getting out in the sun feels good for your body and soul. A study published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry found men with higher levels of vitamin D consistently performed better on memory tests as well as on mood and physical activity levels.  This study reinforces medical…
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Stress During Pregnancy

Being pregnant and stressed is the worst combination for the physical and mental health of the mom and the unborn child. Research shows that whatever the mom is feeling, it indirectly affects the fetus through a change of hormone levels. Spiritually, mood also affects the entire body, which can impact the development of the fetus…
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Honey Makes Your Allergies Go Away

Tired of sneezing, coughing, and red eyes? Spring has sprung and you must be tired of visiting expensive allergist/doctors/specialists and taking over-the-counter (OTC) drug after drug and incessant visits to the health food store. All this takes time, energy and money. Instead of feeling miserable and resorting to OTC or prescription anti-histamines, try nature’s solution…
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It’s 3 AM and You’re Awake?

You’re Awake and You Are Not Alone It’s 3 AM. Are you still awake? Don’t worry you’re not alone. Over half the adult population has sleep problems or aren’t getting enough sleep. Fortunately, there are many natural sleep remedies that you can use for a peaceful night sleep. What’s the best solution? Self care and stress…
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Stress-Less Through Walking

We can all do with a walk every now and then, but taking a Mindful approach to your exercise routine can turn your nature walk into eco-therapy. Nature walks have been used to treat an array of medical conditions like hypertension, headaches, stress, depression, diabetes, and digestive disorders. Walking releases endorphins in your body that…
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Medicine Cabinet Must-Haves

It’s time to give your medicine cabinet a Spring check-up. Make sure you have the tools to treat many minor illnesses and minor injuries such as headaches, coughs, minor cuts, fevers, itching, and allergic reactions. It’s nice to have everything you might need for a minor emergency to avoid having to rush to your local…
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