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A Field Guide to Paintball Ammunition and Feeding Systems

If you spend weekends hiking wet trails, you know that conditions expose weak gear choices quickly. Outdoor paintball is no different. Court-ready ammunition can struggle in damp woods, while a casual-play loader may hesitate when the pace rises.Start With The…

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5 Simple & Natural Detox Bath Recipes

Nothing is more relaxing than a warm bath… except a relaxing detox bath. These are a great option for anyone who struggles with skin issues or other signs of toxin overwhelm. It’s also an inexpensive way to boost health. I’m…

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When the Old Life Doesn’t Fit but the New One Isn’t Clear Yet

“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” ~Maya Angelou There’s a strange season in life when the old ambitions no longer fit, but the new ones…

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Is Glyphosate Harmful to Humans? Turns Out, It’s Worse Than We Thought

The findings of a new study give us even more evidence that the health of gardeners, farmers, and others who are exposed to pesticides like glyphosate is at risk.Credit: Unsplash Getty Images For decades, the most common argument in favor…

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California Passes ‘Non-Ultra-Processed’ Food Label Bill

SACRAMENTO – Today the California Legislature took a major step toward protecting public health by passing a first-of-its-kind bill to create a certified “non-ultra-processed” food label intended to make it easier for consumers to choose less-processed foods in the grocery…

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Nuts, Meat, and the Flaw in Nutrition Studies

Do people who eat nuts live longer simply because they replace protein from animals with protein from plants? The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition “is the highest-ranked peer-reviewed scientific journal in nutrition and dietetics.” That should tell you a lot…

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