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Lecithin: Uses, Health Benefits, Dangers

Lecithin is a fatty substance that occurs in many plant and animal tissues. Lecithin benefits are due to it being an excellent source of phospholipids, which are the largest component of membranes in the body (eg, cell membranes). (R) Lecithin is rich in phospholipids, including phophatidylcholine (PPC), phosphatidylinositol, phosphatidylethanolamine, (R) phosphatidylserine and phosphatidic acid. (R) …

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Earthing and Grounding: How to Earth Yourself

While “earthing” may sound like a far-out hippy practice without real rationale behind it, earthing benefits are backed by very good theory and some promising research. While earthing and grounding need further research, the hundreds of people studied thus far have seen that the benefits of earthing include lowering inflammation, improving sleep and recovery times …

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EGCG’s 11 Most Potent Health Benefits

Of green tea’s many health-promoting compounds, Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the strongest and most abundant. (R) EGCG and several closely related other chemicals present in green tea are to thank for the many health benefits of the salutary drink. (R) Among EGCG’s varied benefits, it is known to protect the brain, counter cancer, and fight …

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The 10 Key Ways Oregano Oil Boosts Healing

Oregano oil is an essential oil derived from the oregano plant. This remarkable substance contains dozens of compounds with diverse effects, including the potent carvacrol and thymol (discussed below), polyphenols, tannins, anthocyanins and flavonoids. (R) It’s antibacterial, antioxidant, (R) anti-inflammatory, cancer-preventing, and modulates the immune system in beneficial ways. (R) It fights all types of …