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Eating Chicken Feet: All You Need to Know
While chicken feet are often tossed out as scraps, they’re a staple in many culinary traditions around the globe — from Mexico and South Africa to parts of Asia, Jamaica, and Trinidad — appearing as street fare or celebratory dishes. They’re commonly touted for their health advantages, largely due to their rich collagen content. Still, […]
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What Is Myofascial Release, and Does It Work?
Myofascial release is a type of physical therapy aimed at treating myofascial pain syndrome, a persistent pain condition caused by heightened sensitivity and tightness in muscle tissues. Myofascial pain commonly arises from tension or shortening of muscles and the thin connective tissues that envelop them, known as fascia. Tight areas can produce discomfort either locally […]
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What Are the Health Benefits of a Hot Stone Massage?
A hot stone massage is a form of massage therapy used to promote relaxation and relieve tight muscles and injured soft tissues throughout the body. In a hot stone massage, smooth, flat, warmed stones are placed on targeted areas of the body. The stones are commonly basalt, a volcanic rock known for retaining heat. According […]
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How a Hot Bath May Do More Than Keep You Clean
Relaxing in a hot tub is an easy way to potentially enhance your well-being. From lowering blood pressure to easing pain and more, here are several benefits of soaking in warm water supported by research. There may be nothing more restorative than sinking into warm water after a long day. Many people swear by the […]
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The 7 Best Dandruff Shampoos, and How to See Which One Is Best for You
A quick look at the best dandruff shampoos Best overall: | Skip to review Most affordable: | Skip to review Best for sensitive scalps: | Skip to review Best strengthening shampoo: | Skip to review Best moisturizing shampoo: | Skip to review Best for severe dandruff: | Skip to review Best for color-treated hair: | […]
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4 Best DHT-Blocking Shampoos
A quick look at the best DHT-blocking shampoos Best overall: | Skip to review Best subscription option: | Skip to review Best DHT-blocking shampoo and conditioner: | Skip to review Most affordable: | Skip to review Certain shampoos and treatments are crafted to inhibit dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a sex hormone that contributes to hair thinning. These […]
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Benefits and Uses of Basil Seeds (Sabja Seeds, Tukmaria)
Sabja, often called tukmaria, are the seeds of basil and commonly referred to in English as basil seeds. They offer a valuable mix of fiber, fats, and antioxidants, and serve as a notable plant-based protein source. However, individuals taking blood-thinning medications may want to avoid them. These basil seeds aren’t just for propagating basil plants […]
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Chicory Coffee: A Healthy Alternative to Coffee?
Made from roasted chicory root, chicory coffee is frequently regarded as a New Orleans classic. While it’s been associated with various health perks, it may also produce unwanted effects in certain individuals. With its woody taste and nutty scent, chicory coffee has recently become a fixture in my morning ritual. It’s also widely savored around […]
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Keto Diet and Alcohol: The Best and Worst Drinks to Choose
When following a ketogenic diet, you can still enjoy some alcoholic beverages that are low in carbohydrates, such as distilled spirits and light beers. However, drinks high in carbs and sugars — including many mixed cocktails — generally do not fit within a keto plan. (img by Diet Doctor) The ketogenic (keto) eating approach is […]
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The Effects of Mixing Ritalin and Alcohol
Ritalin is a stimulant prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It’s also prescribed in some cases for narcolepsy. Containing the active ingredient methylphenidate, Ritalin is available only by prescription. (img by National Geographic) Consuming alcohol while taking Ritalin can alter how the medication acts in your body. For that reason, drinking alcohol while […]