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Ashwagandha Plant Benefits, Dosage, and Side Effects

Andrew Collins — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 07:32:51 +0000

Ashwagandha is basically an herb that is used as a mood reliever and works best during stress periods by the mechanism which involves lowering the cortisol level and regulating thyroid functions and all imbalances in the body. [toc] The origin of Ashwagandha dates back to ancient India, where people used it to treat diseases. It caters to illness in a certain part of the body without affecting the other organs or systems; this is the sole reason why Ashwagandha is used […]

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Essential Nutrients for Vegans

Superfoodly — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 17:29:58 +0000

Being a vegan means adopting a plant-based diet free of foods that come from animals. Nonetheless, it is indispensable to mention that the vegan diet is not the direct synonym of unhealthy eating habits. Instead, a well-considered and planned diet can be even more nutritious and balanced than any other type. When it comes to a vegan diet, there are two opposing ideas you can come across. Some people believe that all the essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals can be […]

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Top 10 Superfoods of 2021 (Science-Based, Not Hype)

Superfoodly — Sun, 10 Jan 2021 12:00:58 +0000

[toc]The term “superfood” is used a lot, but what does it actually mean? The official definition just means a food that is nutrient dense but watch out because that can mean different things to different people. Some of the foods that marketers and ill-informed journalists reference as “super” are anything but. Or, they just have mediocre nutrition that is over-hyped. A good example of an overrated food is kale. That may bring grasps, because it seems to be everywhere these […]

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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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Activated Charcoal Uses May Be Harmful, Possibly Cancerous

Superfoodly — Thu, 20 Aug 2020 12:00:45 +0000

[toc]This substance can be used outside the body or inside of it. Its most common use is outside the body, as a membrane for filtering gas and liquids. Everyone is in agreement that it’s 100% perfectly safe for these uses. That holds true whether it’s for a large industrial application like water purification, or a small “personal” application like lining your underwear with it to reduce the smell of farts (no joke, the flatulence filtering Shreddies men’s hipsters underwear are […]

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12 Chia Seed Health Benefits and 1 Nasty Side Effect

Superfoodly — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 12:00:22 +0000

[toc]In decades past, the most popular uses for chia seeds were growing them on clay figurines. Now it’s most popular for being a superfood. So what are the advantages of eating them? Here are the twelve biggest advantages, as well as one completely gross and nasty side effect to watch out for. Chia benefits 1. Healthy nutrition facts These little guys prove that big things do come in small packages! 60 calories per tablespoon may sound high, but these seeds […]

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Exposing The Scam: Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

Superfoodly — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 12:00:02 +0000

[toc]How many superfoods can you think of that have a cult following as big as this? Perhaps some, but none have maintain such popularity for decades on end. That’s because many trendy health foods are based on nothing but hype, and hence, eventually that wears off. Is it any different with Bragg? Should you take daily ACV capsules? There’s no shortage of purported claims being made about the uses of this cloudy golden liquid, or the dried supplement forms. They […]

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Is Teflon & Calphalon Safe To Cook With?

Superfoodly — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 11:00:41 +0000

[toc] Q: Dear Superfoodly, how does the safety of non-stick Calphalon vs. Teflon compare? Do they cause cancer? I have heard there are potential health risks associated with Teflon when its surface scratches or begins to break down. Do they contain PFOA, PTFE, or other potentially dangerous chemicals? A: When used incorrectly there are other concerning health risks, but cancer is not one of them. Neither Teflon or Calphalon cause cancer. When used correctly, but brands are safe and not […]

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The Next Generation Antioxidants: Most Powerful Supplements

Superfoodly — Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:55:57 +0000

[toc]Not too long ago some of us went on Holistic Holiday at Sea, which is a once-per-year, week-long educational cruise about nutritional science. Each day from morning ‘til night were lectures and workshops by some of the most prolific people in the space, such as Dr. T. Colin Campbell of The China Study and Dr. Michael Greger, bestselling author of How Not To Die. Among the 1,500+ who attended, perhaps the biggest surprise for us was how very few of […]

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Do Cell Phones & WiFi Cause Cancer? Maybe

Superfoodly — Fri, 19 Jan 2018 10:59:41 +0000

[toc]It’s easy to become fixated on a specific characteristic of food – like whether or not it’s organic – and focus on that daily, while ignoring the elephant in the room. Is that WiFi router in your living room the elephant you really should be focusing on? Or maybe you need to consider that shiny new iPhone which is crammed in your jean pocket, right next to your testicles or ovaries. Many girls, especially while running, put it between their […]

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