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S.A.D and How Supplements & Outdoor Time Can Help

Beating S.A.D With Supplements and Outdoor Time

Do you feel like you get more depressed in the winter? If so, chances are you are not crazy! Great news, right? What’s better - there are simple ways to beat seasonal depression. First, let’s backtrack. Why are you getting sad during the winter in the first place? Seasonal Affective Disorder Chances are, you are suffering from something called seasonal affective disorder. In

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Is Holistic Medicine Safe?

Holistic medicine has become quite the hot topic lately. With that attention comes a thirst for knowledge - mostly one question. Is holistic medicine safe? Today, Agape Nutrition is going to talk about alternative therapies and health approaches that use the body, mind, and spirit specifically, if they can be trusted. What is Holistic Medicine? If you are looking for a

Signs Your Stress is Affecting Mental Health

When it comes to mental health, less stress is best. Most doctors will recommend you make life less stressful to ensure you stay healthy. However, with today’s day and age, truth and fact do not always equate to the outcome. High stress is now standard. Work, school, and even time with friends have been put under pressure by technology, social media, and expectations. We - …

Are Keto Supplements Effective?

The keto diet is one that massively restricts carbohydrates and trains the body to burn fat as fuel. In this way, it's been successful as one of the best ways to lose weight. It's gained attention for its ability to increase focus and energy as well as treat certain illnesses. At the same time, it's not recommended by a lot of health professionals - it's even opposed by …

Holistic Medicine: Myth vs Fact

Holistic medicine has been around for longer than modern-day scientific medicine. However, that long history has done nothing to dispel the confusion that surrounds the topic. Today, we look to end that trend with the top myths and facts about the holistic approach to health. Myth: Holistic Medical Doctors Aren't Real Doctors Fact: If you've read our blog before, then you …

Are Fish a Problem?

As you may know, fish are a vital part of the ecosystem. In addition, they can play a role in a healthy diet. However, overfishing has created a problem worldwide, as many species of fish aren’t given enough time to repopulate. Many people propose fish farming as a solution. However, some are now saying that fish farming creates more problems than it solves. There is

What Happens With Too Much Or Too Little Salt?

Salt, or Sodium, is something we need in our diets to live. However, our body needs a very specific amount. Though guidelines recommend only 6g of salt per day, Americans often have an average of 8.5g each day. This increased amount of salt can lead to all kinds of issues, including heart disease or high blood pressure. A question we often get is, how do I know if the salt

What Makes Holistic Medicine, Holistic?

Holistic medicine is a type of health care that considers the whole body and overall health. They look at the mind, body, spirit, and emotions when looking to make a person healthy. Unlike traditional healthcare, a holistic physician will look at conventional medication, spiritual counseling, natural healing, and massage therapy. Principles of Holistic Medicine Just as

Four Changes to Make for Heart Health

Maintaining a heart-healthy diet means preventing heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart attack, and heart failure. Many people know that dietary changes play a large role in keeping a healthy heart. However, the specific changes needed can be a bit vague. In addition to eating healthy, it is important to think about your physical activity, smoking

Is Holistic Medicine Real Medicine?

Is Holistic Medicine Real Medicine? Confusion and speculation are abound in the holistic medicine world. One of the most common questions is, “is holistic medicine real?” This question seems to make sense. Doctors, news stations, and holistic practitioners all give a different answer which can further confuse a potential patient. What can make each issue worse is that they

What is Mental Health?

Mental health is the overall state at which our minds are functioning. This includes our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. Our mental health determines how we handle things like talking with family members, going to work, and dealing with daily life in general. Your mental wellbeing is determined by many things throughout your life from birth until the day you

How to Tell Heartburn, Acid Reflux, and GERD Apart

Though often used interchangeably, heartburn, reflux, and GERD are actually separate issues with different meanings. When acid reflux occurs, it can range in severity from mild to serious. However, it’s not chronic, and anyone can have it happen sometime in their life. On the other hand, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic and more severe form of reflux.

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