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Decadent Salted Pretzel Brownies

These brownies are rich and decedent. The sweet/salty combination makes them perfect. The addition of instant espresso powder adds a nice depth of flavor. Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Serves: 15 brownies Ingredients: 2 4...

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Herbs For Arthritis

Arthritis is a common and persistent illness that stems from inflammation of the joints and is categorized as an autoimmune disease. As people grow older, they might experience some ill effects stemming from the use of their joints for a lifetime....

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How to Make a Detox Green Juice

While it is true that detoxification of the body is handled by the liver, it is somewhat misleading to say that nothing can help you detox your body. There are a wide array of fruits and vegetables that facilitate cleansing action and secretions in...

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Get A Flat Belly With Vegetables

If you are looking to flatten your belly and burn more belly fat, you are probably looking at a combination of nutrition and fitness. This is the cornerstone of any ‘diet’ or weight loss routine, regardless of where in your body you have the...

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Blueberry Almond Granola

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Serves: 4 Ingredients: 3 T. coconut oil, melted 3 T. pure maple syrup 1 t. pure vanilla extract 1¼ c. rolled oats ¼ c. slivered almonds ¼ c. sunflower seeds ¼ c. dried dates, pitted...

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Ways to Cool Off Your Body When You Have Menopause

One of the biggest side effects of menopause and the most uncomfortable is having hot flashes. Hot flashes can happen to anyone going through this stage of her life, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t help out there. The following methods are...

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