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  Sea Kelp, a Natural Source of Iodine - Find the Seaweed Benefits

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  The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located below the Adam's apple in the neck. Through the production of its hormones, it performs various functions in the normal functioning of many organs in the human body.

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  Is Caffeine Bad for You? Side effects or Overdose

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  Practically everyone knows what caffeine is, but very few are likely to be familiar with its toxicity. Caffeine appears to be safe, but as the wise Paracelsus said, "Dosis sola facit venenum," which translates to "Only the dose makes the poison."

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  Article in Portuguese - Awaiting translation

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  Today we are going to talk about something "less known," I put it in quotes because here our folks know more than you might think... They know every detail, it's truly remarkable!

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  Phytotherapy and Medicinal Plants: A Therapy and Holistic View

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  We are all unique beings with distinct personalities, created from the interaction between our genetics, life experiences, and perhaps even our soul. Our physical appearances are also different. And we even differ in terms of illnesses, not only in the type but also in the different ways they manifest in us. If we are so different, so unique...

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  Burdock Root Tea - Discover the Health Benefits

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  In a natural world with such a great diversity of plant species, our creator took care to provide us with a high number of detoxifying "herbs" as well. However, when it comes to herbs, it's like everything in life... Some are better than others! There are those weak little herbs that slightly stimulate the elimination mechanisms. And then there are the "Herbs" Superstars...

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  Article in Portuguese - Awaiting translation

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  Lamento informar-vos, mas estou a passar por uma crise existencial... Eu não sei, se a castanha do Maranhão é a mesma coisa, que a castanha do Pará.  Verifiquei que alguns, chamam de Maranhão, outros de Pará. Já vi embalagens com esses dois nomes, e o produto parece ser o mesmo. Mas depois... pesquisei pelas castanhas do Maranhão, e aparece-me uma árvore diferente…  Não se percebe!

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  Goji Berries - Discover the Health Benefits

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  The Goji berry, known in China as the fruit of longevity, is a superfood that contains a large amount of antioxidants. These antioxidants are visible in the intense red color of the fruit, indicating the presence of a high level of carotenoids. Legend has it that the Chinese Taoist, herbalist and Qi Gong practitioner, Master Li Ching-Yuen, lived for 256 years.

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  Effectiveness of Phytotherapy and Natural Products

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  A reflection... It is truly admirable how conventional medicine has evolved throughout history. Initially, diseases were seen as divine punishments and were treated through magical rituals and ancestral prayers. Then, magic lost its power, but the methods remained questionable. From bloodletting to arsenic poisoning, there was little that could be done to combat illnesses. There was a turning point.

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  Teas and Bitter Foods, a Natural Aperitif and Digestive Effect

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  For those who don't know, the bitter taste in herbal medicine has an importance that goes beyond the palate. It's the bitter taste of some herbs that gives them a digestive effect.

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  Evening Primrose Oil - Benefits for Hair Loss

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  In addition to the many other benefits... Did you know that evening primrose oil can also help reduce hair loss?

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  Natural Teas and Infusions Vs Food Supplements

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  In regards to natural products, the use of dried medicinal plants is undervalued. What's even more incredible is that, despite being more economical, people seem to simply ignore the virtues of medicinal plants when they are not presented in modern pharmaceutical formulas.

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  Extra Virgin Coconut Oil - Find The Benefits

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  It has never left my mind, the wise words of a customer who came by here... “Coconut Oil Should Be Like Olive Oil, Virgin!” Less well-known than our ever-present olive oil, Coconut oil has thus a lesser gastronomic tradition.

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