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Why are Food Intolerances Increasing?

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According to a study done from 1991 to 1994, food intolerances affected around 12 percent of the population. But more recent surveys suggest that number could be as high as 25 percent today. What is a food intolerance? Food intolerances are adverse reactions to food that are not triggered by the immune system. They are […]

Childhood Obesity – A New Epidemic

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It’s all over the media…. It’s a matter of international concern… It threatens the future well-being of cultures, nations, peoples. No, not AIDS. Not tuberculosis. Not anthrax. We’re talking about the easiest—perhaps the hardest to prevent and treat. We’re talking about obesity in children. Innocent—appearing enough—although aesthetically negative, it has much more serious outcomes than […]

How An Always On Work Culture Damages Workers and Employers

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The glamorization of high-pressure work environments, like the infamous “996” culture (where staff work from 9am until 9pm 6 days a week), often portrays relentless dedication and long hours as key to career success. A PR boss at Chinese tech firm Baidu publicly apologized in May after glorifying a work-till-you-drop culture. Qu Jing advised staff […]

Nuts for Your Health

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Nuts have been an important part of the human diet since the beginning of time. Now, scientific evidence shows that nuts are not only a nutritional powerhouse, but that regular use can provide protection against heart disease and cancer. Use of Nuts in History There are more than a dozen different nuts that are commonly […]

Should We Use Medication for Mental Disorders?

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Many wonder whether, when faced with mental suffering such as profound sadness, excessive anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, etc., they should seek drug treatment or psychotherapy. To answer this question, we need to think about several things. First, it’s important to assess whether the person has the emotional resources to deal with suffering. Do they take […]