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How to Apply Neem Oil to Soil

John — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 13:23:39 +0000

Growing plants at home or in the garden, we do a lot to make them thrive and delight with their beauty every day. This is not always successful because sometimes pests thwarted our efforts by suddenly appearing. [toc] But you can fight these plants’ enemies and prevent their invasion – for example, with neem oil! What is this specification, and when and how to use it? Read! What is neem oil, and what is it used for? Plants give us […]

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Harmful Effects of Vaping

John — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:46:32 +0000

Vaping has become a popular trend in recent years, but many people don’t realize the harmful effects it can have on your health. Vaping is the act of inhaling vapor from an electronic cigarette or other devices. [toc] The vapor is produced by heating nicotine, flavorings, and chemicals to create an aerosol that is then inhaled. Vaping can be dangerous to your health and can cause a number of problems, including cancer, lung disease, and heart disease. What Is Vaping? […]

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What is Kava Drink?

Andrew Collins — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 07:46:45 +0000

Kava is a powder or beverage that is made from the Piper methysticum plant from the South Pacific region. In Polynesia Kava means bitter. Does this mean the old line about ‘a bitter pill to swallow’ is based on Kava? Let’s learn more and see if the answer comes to us. [toc] The plant is also known as the intoxicating pepper or asava pepper. The plant can grow to six feet in height and have leaves that grow to ten […]

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It’s True: Brazil Nut Selenium & Radiation Poisoning Dangers

Superfoodly — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 12:00:59 +0000

[toc]Are Brazil nuts good for you? Do they contain toxic radiation? Can they cause a selenium overdose with side effects? You may be surprised to hear the answer to all three of these questions is yes, technically speaking. Of course, you’re probably wondering how can something be good for you when it possesses those two characteristics?! Well those headlines are half the story, you need to hear the rest… Radioactivity Let’s address the elephant in the room… are they radioactive? […]

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Is Organic Food Healthier For You or a Scam?

Superfoodly — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 09:24:15 +0000

Not too long ago at a popular (and pricey) restaurant here in Los Angeles, the waitress was going over the specials for the evening. What she was most enthusiastic about and tried hardest at selling was the organic mojito. “This is very special and healthy for you, because it is made with USDA certified organic mint leaves.” Hmm let’s see… apparently one should forget about the fact that alcohol is a known human carcinogen according to the US Department of […]

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ORACValues.com Is Now Superfoodly!

Superfoodly — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 08:32:13 +0000

We are excited to announce that ORACValues.com is now Superfoodly! Not to worry — we have kept the popular ORAC value database and converted it to a new, easier-to-navigate format. While we believe that the ORAC score is important, it is but a part of a complete healthy lifestyle. Our focus is not only on high-antioxidant superfoods, but a complete picture of healthy living and longevity. Our goal is to bring you informative and timely information on nutrition, mind & […]

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