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The idea of poor people being the most frequent diners of fast food
may not be true. Income has nothing to do with fast food consumption.
That’s what researchers from the Ohio State University and the
University of Michigan-Dearborn have asserted in their study.
Researchers Jay Zagorsky and Patricia Smith analyzed the data of 8,000 people who were questioned for the National Longitudi .... |
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Rosemary is the darling of the mint family. This incredibly fragrant evergreen herb
is used for a variety of things, from a culinary condiment to a
wonderful perfume additive. The plant is a rich source of vital
nutrients as iron, calcium, and vitamin B6. Although many people use the
herb dried or powdered, wellness experts suggest using fresh sprigs to
receive the full health benefits.
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Good news for all local farmers! The latest United States Department of Agriculture
(USDA) survey reveals that there are now 24,650 certified organic
operations in the U.S. This is a 13 percent increase from 2016 and the
highest growth rate we’ve seen since 2008. The number of local, organic
farms has been steadily increasing — albeit haphazardly — since 2002.
However, it .... |
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Avocado fans of America: Rejoice! The beloved green fruit may soon
be growing year-round in The Golden State. Thanks to the efforts of
subtropical horticulturist Dr. Mary Lu Arpaia, the Central Valley is
poised to become the harvesting grounds of California’s avocados.
The state is already America’s biggest avocado producer, with farmers
maintaining orchards along the coast and .... |
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Is the GMO soy industry finally feeling the burn? It seems that it
is, at least in China. Chinese consumers are pushing back against GMOs,
and as a result, the GMO soy oil industry is taking a massive hit. Soy
oil is the most popular cooking oil in China — or at least it was
the most popular cooking oil. As the nation’s shoppers grow more savvy,
fewer and fewer of them .... |
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Hemp is an incredibly versatile plant that is also extremely
nutritious. It’s used to create building materials, automobiles, paper,
clothing, jewelry and furniture, but it can also be found in a variety
of heath-focused foods. Hemp-based foods are a budding market, with a
wide array of offerings: Hemp protein powder, hemp seeds and hemp milk
are just a few of the plant-based ite .... |
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When it comes to exercise, you may want to keep your friends close. A new study published in Nature Communications revealed
that exercise is socially contagious, observing that exercise data
shared on social networks influenced the exercise habits of people who
saw them.
For the study, researchers Sinan Aral and Christos Nicolaides of the
Massachusetts Institute of Technolo .... |
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In an effort to be part of the revolution for sustainable living,
Adidas has created a new shoe made out of plastic waste collected from
the ocean. According to their official press release, the German sportswear giant has collaborated with environmental advocate group Parley for the Oceans to incorporate recycled plastic in their trademark running shoe designs. According to Adi .... |
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As part of the new Health Ranger Science
effort at public education on crucial science issues of our time, I’ve
just released this truly must-see video that totally debunks the false
narrative of carbon dioxide as a “pollutant.”
As you’ll see explained in the video below, climate change alarmists use visual trickery and deceit to make gullible people falsely beli .... |
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McDonald’s is the single biggest purchaser of beef in the U.S. and is
also a major pork buyer. This fact bestows a serious responsibility
upon the company, since misuse of antibiotics in the agricultural sector
has led to antibiotic resistance, placing mankind on the brink of what
the United Nations calls a “post-antibiotic era.” Over 2 million cases
of antibiotic-resistant in .... |
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Put the can down; according to new research, making a daily habit of
soda may triple your risk of a stroke. A team of researchers from the
Boston University School of Medicine have found a link between
artificially-sweetened drinks and dementia and stroke, reports TheSun.co.uk.
With lead author, Matthew Pase, the researchers examined the data of over 4,300 people from the Frami .... |
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Could a vegan diet really help with weight loss? While there are many
reasons people choose to follow a vegan diet and lifestyle, such as
concerns about animal welfare and cruelty, the environment and
sustainability, there are also many health-related reasons to embark on a
vegan path.
Following a vegan diet can be very rewarding and beneficial for your health,
and can even help you los .... |
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According to experts, combining the principles of biointensive
gardening and square-foot gardening may help gardeners achieve good
harvest despite the limited garden space. An article in TheBalance.com has listed 10 high-yield crops to grow this year to maximize the limited space.
10 high-yield vegetables you can grow in small spaces
Leaf lettuce .... |
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Touted as a “silent killer”
by the American Heart Association, some 85 million Americans – or one
out of every three adults – suffer from high blood pressure. Since there
are usually no obvious symptoms, nearly 20 percent of these people
don’t even know they have blood pressure issues.
If left untreated, high blood pressure (also called hypertension) can
be dangerous and .... |
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In early April, the sight of thousands of dead perch washing up on
the shores of Lake Michigan sent local fisherman into shock. CBS Chicago
reports that the anglers found the fish at an “old dock” that’s become a
popular spot for locals to go fishing. Photos of the devastating scene
made their way to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for
investigation.
That “old dock .... |
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While health authorities still recommend people drink three glasses
of milk a day to boost calcium levels and strengthen bones, more and
more researchers are concluding that you might be better off ditching
milk and dairy products altogether.
A study published in the British Medical Journal found
that people who drank three or more glasses of milk a day did not show a
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Though far too many Americans are enamored with the socialism of Sen. Bernie Sanders
and our European brethren, one of the things that has always
contributed to the wild success of the United States is our free-market
economic model.
The system we have today is more like crony capitalism,
which is based on close cooperation between industry, business and
government officials. N .... |
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You never know what life is going to throw at you. One moment you may
be trekking through the mountains, while seconds later you could be
fighting for your life as the wilderness takes over. Whether you are
lost in the wild or bugging out, knowing your plants might show a
crucial skill in times of survival.
If you are familiar with survival shows like “Man vs. Wild,” you may
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