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Meet the Amazing Baru Nut
Have you heard of the amazing baru nut yet? This incredible nut is actually a legume that grows on a large tree in the Cerrado savannah region of Midwestern Brazil, and parts of eastern Bolivia. A baru nut tree can reach up to 80 feet tall and produce fruit for 60 years, but only in September and October. Each fruit weighs just under an ounce, and only 5% of the fruit is made up of the delicious almond-like seed, called the castanha de baru.
By Lisa Jubilee, MS CDN9 years ago in Longevity
10 Ways to Add Argan Oil to Your Beauty Routine
Everyone is in love with coconut oil, but what about the people who aren't? My friend, for example, is allergic to the stuff. Even if she wanted to, she couldn't use any products that contained it without a trip to the hospital. Not cool. But have no fear: Argan oil is here! This plant oil is just as great at multitasking as its tropical competitor and has insanely good benefits. Some of these benefits include vitamin A, vitamin E, anti-oxidants, linoleic acid, and Omega-6 fatty acids. Sweet! But what if you don't know how to use it? No worries, that's where this article comes into play. Here are 10 ways to add argan oil to your beauty routine.
By Ariana Palmieri9 years ago in Longevity
Plaque is Wack
Dental plaque doesn't seem like the stuff controversies are made of. No one says anything good about it, and everyone agrees that the gum disease and tooth loss connected with the plaque buildup that tends to occur as we grow older are avoidable. “There's no reason you have to face the loss of teeth at any age," says Peter Robinson, D.D.S., professor of periodontics. "Aging does not mean you have to have periodontal disease."
By James Porterson9 years ago in Longevity
How to Keep Your Hair
When Delilah ordered her servants to scalp Samson, it was probably just an act of chivalry curiosity. She wanted to find out whether he would still be able to stand up for her as, even in those days, a good head of hair was supposed to be a sure sign of a man's virility. However, as most men go bald sooner or later, some joker suggested that baldness was the hallmark of the super stud. No statistics exist, so keep an open mind. Today hair is a status symbol for a man. The commercial boys have been quick to take a ticket to ride aboard the gravy train of hair-transplants, hairpieces, toppers, weaving, toupés up to full wig for the baldi-as-a-billiard-balls. Next time you see a picture of American men together, just notice how even the most elderly and decrepit among them looks like a burst horsehair sofa. So what to do about preserving what hair you've got?
By Alicia Springer9 years ago in Longevity
Forget Pokémon Go, Fitocracy is the Fitness RPG Site You Never Knew You Wanted
Has your Pokémon Go gotten up and gone? Are you tired of endlessly hiking the harsh (and occasionally paved) terrain in search of both rare Pokémon and getting swole, but finding neither? Still, if you’re a little geeky and like to combine your workouts with your nerd-outs, Pokémon Go’s the best program for that. Right?
By Anne St. Marie9 years ago in Longevity
Cruelty-Free Ways to Care For Your Skin That Will Make You Feel Like a Goddess
When you’re slathering, rubbing, or scrubbing something onto your skin, you want to know what it’s made of and where it comes from. Many supposedly “all-natural” and “organic” options have a long list of questionable ingredients or can’t prove anything about their suppliers and their testing process. The following five brands stand ahead of the competition in their quality, their transparency, and their committment to cruelty-free, truly natural ways to care for your skin. Find your favorite (or a mix of them all) to feel refreshed, relaxed, and kind to the earth.
By Sarah Quinn9 years ago in Longevity
Best Relaxing Meditation Songs
The benefits of meditation can be felt with only observation of the breath, but sometimes we can find it difficult to center all of our attention without becoming distracted. Meditation can certainly be difficult, but you may find it easier to find inner peace while meditating while listening to meditation songs. Most of us identify with the sound of music because our bodies create symphonies of their own—the rhythm of our heartbeats, the rush of blood through our brains, and of course, breathing. What makes these functions of the body so interesting is that they are all autonomous, or involuntary. Certainly, we can control our breath but as long as we are living, it will continue. Because these things happen whether we control them or not, it only makes sense that we find value in music. When it comes to meditation, we also can align with certain frequencies and natural sounds often found in meditation songs.
By George Gott9 years ago in Longevity
Best Meditation Apps for Relaxation
Health lovers rejoice––the ultimate list of best meditation apps for relaxation are here for all of your needs and worries. Thanks to the mobile apps market explosion, in part from Super Monkey Ball to Prosper Daily, accessibility to new health related content is within the instantaneous touch of your smartphone.
By David McCleary9 years ago in Longevity
Essentials for a Superfood Smoothie
The hardest part about eating right is getting all the proper nutrients you need in your diet everyday. Eating healthy takes strict discipline and is probably one of the hardest things to do considering there are so many unhealthy foods out there as distractions. And if you’re just a picky eater it’s even harder. But there is good news for everyone out there looking to eat better and it’s really so easy! It’s called a superfood smoothie!
By George Gott9 years ago in Longevity
