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Moringa Juice is a health trend, but it's not a new health trend. The "Drumstick Tree", as it is known, is a tree that has been praised for its health benefits for thousands of years. That's nothing new for herbal medicines and remedies, but the eye of modern science has turned its way. Is Moringa Juice healthy, is it good for you, or is it just another snake oil? The Science of the Moringa Tree Moringa Oleifera, also known as the Drumstick Tree, is a subtropical tree native to southern Asia and parts of Africa. It's drought-resistant and widely cultivated...

Hair loss is a complicated issue. Hair is a defining aspect of our physical appearance. Many people feel that their hair is one of the first things people notice about them. Some people think it's funny to make fun of people going bald, which makes hair loss devastating mentally even if it's not really impactful physically. Your hair is not a crucial organ necessary to your survival, but sometimes it sure feels like it is. Hair loss can affect just the scalp, or it can affect all body hair. It also has a variety of different causes. As with any...

Collagen is a protein found in animal tissues. Specifically, it's the most common protein found in connective tissue, which is the stuff outside of your cells that holds them all together. Collagen is actually the protein that makes up tendons, cartilage, and even bone. It's found in blood vessels, in the gut, and even in the teeth. It's not just in humans, either; it's the "glue" that holds every animal together.  Glue isn't just an analogy here. The word collagen comes from the Greek root Kolla, which means glue.  Since collagen is such a prominent protein in the body, and...

Everything has side effects. Any drug you take, any supplement, any medication, is going to do something to your body outside of the intended function. Sometimes the side effects are minor, like a bit of muscle ache, some minor drowsiness, and so on. Other times your side effects are harsher, like headaches or jitters.  Some weight loss supplements fall into this second category. Jitters are a semi-common problem with some weight loss supplements, and it leaves you faced with a tough question. If the weight loss is working, that's great, but the shakes are very difficult to deal with. Do...