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The Tao of Food, Herbs, and Sex

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Join Professor Drew DiVittorio and  Richard Anton Diaz, for this in-depth lecture on the healing properties of food, herbs, and sex from ancient Chinese tradition.

FREE INTRO: Self-Diagnosis and Healing: Chinese Methods for Analyzing Signs and Symptoms of Imbalance & Enhancing Well-being

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The New York Herb School Join us this evening (Thurs., Nov. 10, 8 pm) for a FREE INTRO to the upcoming ongoing series in  Self-Diagnosis and Healing .

Dr. Mercola. How to Make Sense of Your Cholesterol Levels.

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Cholesterol is a compound of the sterol type found in most body tissues, including the blood and the nerves. Cholesterol and its derivatives are important constituents of cell membranes and precursors of other steroid compounds, but high concentrations in the blood (mainly derived from animal fats in the diet) are thought to promote atherosclerosis.

Dr. Mercola. Intermittent Fasting - A New Idea

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Intermittent fasting is a powerful approach to eating that is becoming very popular because it can help you lose weight without feeling hunger, and help reduce your risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. If done correctly, intermittent fasting can also lead to better sleep and lots of energy.

Turkey Left Over Meat Balls - Gluten Free!!

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This recipe uses finely chopped Brussel sprouts for a new taste and a healthy added vegetable to substitute for bread crumbs.

Top Ten Ways to Beat the Holiday Blues - Exercise, Herbs, Acupuncture and More!

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  St. John's  wort.   St. John's  wort is an herbal preparation from the Hypericum perforatum plant. It has long been used in folk medicine, and today it's widely prescribed in  Europe  to treat anxiety and depression.

Excerpts from Dr. Hyman's recent article. Why I am a Pegan ā€“ or Paleo-Vegan ā€“ and Why You Should Be Too!

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Excerpts from Dr. Hyman's recent article.   Why I am a Pegan ā€“ or Paleo-Vegan ā€“ and Why You Should Be Too!    Full article  click here

WORKSHOP! The EARTH ELEMENT - Herbal Formulas for the Spleen -Digestion, The Immune System, & Blood Sugar.

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The Role of the Spleen (Pi) in Traditional Chinese Medicine Yin Organs Overview  by   Bill Schoenbart   and   Ellen Shefi The  spleen ( pi ), of all the organs in traditional Chinese medicine, bears the least resemblance to its Western counterpart. The latter deals primarily with production and destruction of red blood cells and storage of blood. In traditional Chinese physiology, the spleen plays a central part in the health and vitality of the body, taking a lead role in the assimilation of nutrients and maintenance of physical strength. It turns digested food from the stomach into usable nutrients and  qi . Entire schools of medicine were formed around this organ; the premise