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Improve Thyroid Dysfunction Naturally

8/26/2020

The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the body's metabolic rate controlling the heart, muscle and digestive function, brain development and bone maintenance.

Put short and sweet, if your thyroid isn't doing well, neither are you.

This article explains what the thyroid is, symptoms and causes of thyroid dysfunction, as well as natural and holistic thyroid treatments, such as vitamins, supplements, and which foods to consume or stay away from.

https://early2bedearly2rise.com/how-to-improve-thyroid-dysfunction/

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Improve Thyroid Dysfunction Naturally

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Understanding Acupuncture for Depression

8/10/2020

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How does acupuncture for depression work? The acupuncturist will insert needles into certain points of your body that are thought to connect to the negative emotions that you are having.

The needles are thought to fix blocked energy or imbalances in your body, which will also influence your mind. This process is something you would receive once a week or several times a week depending on your individual situation.

...There does seem to be evidence of the effectiveness of acupuncture in terms of blocking stress hormones and the stress response. This may be because the needles activate natural painkillers in the brain in the form of endorphins."

www.verywellmind.com/understanding-acupuncture-for-depression-4770157

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Make Your Own Hummus

8/7/2020

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Make-Your-Own Hummus

Ingredients:
All ingredients organic, makes 6 servings

2 cups canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), OR cook from scratch if desired
1 tsp. cumin
1/4 cup tahini (sesame butter)
1/3 lemon juice (fresh squeezed if possible!)
2 Tbsp. olive or flaxseed oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
Paprika, sea salt, and fresh parsley to taste.
Make it your own by adding fresh toppings of your choice! For example: pomegranate arils, cashews or pistachios, dill, tomatoes, olives, diced bell peppers, or any other combination of fresh ingredients to your liking.

Directions:

Drain beans, but save the liquid for later.
Use food processor or blender to blend beans with all other ingredients until smooth consistency (except the extra ingredients you choose for toppings)
If mixture seems dry, add small amounts of the reserved liquid to make a smooth paste.
Garnish with a drizzle of oil, sprinkle of paprika, parsley, and any other yummy toppings
Spread the hummus on rice crackers, rice cakes, Nut Thins, or simply enjoy with some fresh veggies!