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We live in a society of extreme exhaustion. But it’sestimatedthat among that demographic, less than 20 percent have been formally diagnosed. What is chronic fatigue? Natural remedies for chronic fatigue syndrome. Infunctional medicine, the goal is to find out the root cause of problems like chronic fatigue. The reality is there isn’t just one cause of chronic fatigue syndromeit has many underlying pieces. Here are eight tips I recommend: Wake up your cells....

One of its biggest jobs? Instead of bombarding your liver with toxins it has to work overtime to eliminate, simply feed it well. Don’t wait until your doc says you have a serious liver problem. Show your liver some love now and it will return the favor. Here are a few of my favorite detoxifying, liver-lovin' foods: 1. Cruciferous vegetables Broccoli and cauliflower contain glucosinolates, which aid in the removal of toxins from the body....

Question: My boyfriend comes too quickly. He lasts maybe 10 minutes usually 15 minutes tops, but I take longer to orgasm. How can I teach him to pace himself? The good news is it’s probably not the medical definition of premature ejaculation. For this to occur, most men will have to adjust their mindsets. This is not easy and takes strong willpower. It requires him to hold back, no matter how strong his urge to release is....

Intimacy to a relationship is like breath to your lungs. When we think of intimacy, we think physical touch and sensual pleasure and we should. What not everyone realizes is that intimacy needs to start from a foundation of intrinsic value. That leads you to a deeper understanding and appreciation of each other. So, how do you create that feeling of closeness when your relationship is new? I tell my clients to focus on creating the perfect blend of safety and risk....

Inflammation is my specialty. When you have one imbalance, it creates an overall imbalance. And when you fix one, the other one improves. I call it the “Wellness Trifecta.” How do you know if you’re suffering from imbalances in any of these areas? Inflammation:Acute Inflammation is a normal mechanism our body uses to heal wounds. Gut:If you gut is unbalanced, you may also have bloating, constipation, or acid reflux. If any of these symptoms sounds familiar, I recommend following these key wellness tips below....

Up, down, high, low, good, bad, black, white, push, pull. With most forms of emotional abuse, the victim is left feeling powerless, worthless, and broken inside. These wounds don’t leave visible scars, although they’re just as painful as any physical injury. We pick up the pieces and put our lives back together as best we can. And sometimes, the best we can do is patchwork. We go back to our daily existence thinking everything is fine but something still seems different....

When I was a kid, olives were one of those foods I just didn’t quite get. Because they’re a wonderfully tasty snack or mealtime ingredient that’s also a good-for-you indulgence. Here’s why: 1. They are an anti-inflammatory antidote to modern ills. Better yet, those delicious polyphenols help cut oxidative stress in the brain and can help boostmemory. In other words, olives are also a great way to feed your head....

The hormones that the adrenals make are all derived from cholesterol. B vitamins and minerals are also required for the chemical reactions that build the hormone molecules. All of these substrates and co-factors come from the food you eat. So which are the best foods for supporting your adrenals? I like to have liver twice a week. They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. These toxic metals increase inflammation and add to the strain on one’s adrenals....

Over the years, I have madea lotof smoothies, some good, and some downright nasty. I highly recommend a high-powered blender. Be patient and give it time to completely liquefy. Nobody likes clumps in their smoothie. Don’t go overboard with ingredients. The more you add, the more complex the taste and texture becomes. Here are the three smoothies I will be rotating through my meal plans this summer. Each of these recipes makes two servings and the extra will keep well in the fridge....

Sacredness is felt experience. It’s a knowing deep within, a knowing of who you really are. And so, the desire for a sacred relationship is born. Below are four truths about a sacred relationship that will guide you to the union we’re all seeking. These truths will point you back to who you really are… They’ll point you back to the essence of sacredness itself. A sacred relationship is not what you think it is....

So, next time you need a little pick-me-up, turn to one of these 13 classic films. It shouldn’t take an expiration date for us to start making the most of the time we have. On this mystical journey he meets a journalist and a doctor who chooses to give up his baseball career. This is a story of hoping, dreaming, and doing against all odds. She fights for animals who have no voice, against all odds....

Avocados never get old. But they do, literally, get old. As in, they don’t last forever. (For an unripe one, trypicklingit!) Yes, you’ve got the option to freeze an avocado. Did you just become suddenly aware of all the squishy avocados you’ve unnecessarily thrown out? Yeah, us too. Those things are expensive. But, no longer! There are two ways you could do it: either halved or pureed. Heres how its done:...

Take this 60-second quiz to calculate your life path number and find your ideal career. Step 1:Add all of the numbers in your birthday together. Be sure to write out your full birth year (i.e., 1969 rather than just 69). Lets use the birthday March 29, 1969 (3-29-1969), as an example. Life Path 1 Ones are original thinkers with creative minds. Theyre self-motivated leaders who prefer to be in charge or work alone....