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Natural Support For Hair Loss

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Who hasn't had a moment while washing your hair when you think that there is way too much hair that just came out of that head of yours? Some hair loss is normal as we age, but there are natural ways that can help to support the existing hair you have and to prevent future hair loss. About eighty percent of the population has had some concern about hair loss. This is why the hair loss industry is a 3.5 billion dollar industry. Here are some tips on helping with hair loss issues. Why is hair loss seen mostly in men and women that are over 35 years old? One of the reasons is that with age, our digestive system , which absorbs our nutrients, loses about 10 percent of its capacity to function with every passing decade. By the time we are 70, we have lost about 40 percent of the digestive capacity we had when we were 30. This is why an 80-year-old person may have thinning hair, brittle nails, and a lack of skin elasticity. The hair, skin and nails are the last areas of the body to get...

Healthy Winter Tips

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Winter is here, although it has been a much warmer entry compared to the past couple of years. Winter is the season of storage, rebuilding, and restoration. In nature, it is the time when things slow down, and many aspects of life go internal to prepare for spring. We are all a part of the natural rhythms of nature, and although many of us fight against this, it important to realize that our activities and rest should be modified accordingly during this time. In Chinese medicine, the organ systems associated with the winter season are the kidney and the bladder. The kidney is the storehouse of the vital energy of the body. By nourishing the body's kidney energy, you are helping it to replenish energy stores. Many people find that they want to nap and sleep more during this time, and it is very good to sleep and nap more. Here are some winter lifestyle tips that can help your body during this time: Exercise Tips Many of us do the same activities every season of the year without co...