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Christine has written articles on most health-related topics, including traditional medicine, alternative and naturopathic and natural treatments, wellness, medical marijuana, diets and fitness.

9 Abused Food Industry Terms

When you are trying to a lead a healthy lifestyle, you know that the food that you put into your body is important and you probably try to make good choices when you are at the supermarket. However, food labeling… 0 Shares |

5 Natural Alternatives to Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen is a popular pain reliever which belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs; it is currently available in both over-the-counter and prescription strengths. It is a common treatment for maladies such as menstrual discomfort, arthritis… 0 Shares |

5 Plants That Repel Garden Insect Pests

If you like to plant crops or even grow a garden, maybe you have thought to use pesticides or insecticides to rid your garden of pests. Maybe you’ve seen slugs devouring your cabbage, or even other type of pests eating… 0 Shares |

Top 6 Home Remedies For Arthritis That Really Work

Imagine life without arthritis! How would it feel to be free of stiffness, swelling, and pain? Arthritis can be the result of the normal aging process or indicative of an immune system malfunction. There are over 100 different types of… 0 Shares |

5 Home Remedies for Gum Disease

Gingivitis, or gum disease, is a condition characterized by red, swollen or bleeding gums, consistent bad breath, receding gums and the loosening of the teeth. It is caused by a build-up of plaque along the gum lines and can be… 0 Shares |

5 Simple Recipes Rich in Magnesium

Magnesium is an incredibly important mineral in our body and without it, we cannot hope to truly be healthy. It is vital to the function of nerves and muscles, to adequate circulation and to the growth of strong and healthy… 0 Shares |

Top Foods that Fight Osteoarthritis

Unlike other forms of arthritis, osteoarthritis (OA) can be somewhat managed by lifestyle choices, including the diet that you eat. Much research has been done in recent years on this subject, and there is still a lot to learn but… 0 Shares |

The 6 Harmful Ingredients in Toothpaste

Most people understand that brushing three times a day – along with flossing and mouthwash – is one of the best ways to keep the teeth healthy and to prevent more serious complications like gingivitis or cavities from developing in… 0 Shares |

5 Surprising Chronic Pain Triggers

Chronic pain is becoming a problem for more and more people in America and poses a difficult problem for doctors and nurses trying to treat this problem and get their patients back to optimal function. In recent decades, doctors tended… 0 Shares |

5 Type of Sunscreens You Should Avoid

Most people now understand the importance of using sunscreens, especially to prevent serious forms of skin cancer like melanoma. Use of sunscreens have increased in recent years – but so has incidents of skin cancer. This may seem confusing until… 0 Shares |