We can achieve optimal health by examining our lifestyles and developing positive habits. Here you will find information related to fitness, nutrition, mental wellness, and more.
For many, the most wonderful time of the year causes more stress than joy. Also, as the season moves along very quickly, you may be behind on your shopping. So, in efforts to make your life a little bit easier, I’ve created a list of healthy stocking stuffers that all of your loved ones can enjoy. Plus, your health-conscious friends …
Sugar is pretty much everywhere. We are biologically wired to enjoy sweet foods because our bodies use carbohydrates as fuel very efficiently. However, our bodies do not respond well to refined sugars and refined carbohydrates. In fact, these refined sources can cause what some might call a sugar addiction because of how quickly these foods enter the blood stream. Even …
The Acne Dilemma Acne affects both men and women of various age groups. Today, there are 50 million Americans that suffer from this pesky skin condition every year. Many theories circulate the internet regarding the cause of acne. Many experts agree that acne, along with other skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, is caused by an insufficiency of nutrients in …
Winter is approaching and it is especially time to start strengthening our immune defenses. Oftentimes, cold weather is suspected to be the cause of illness. This phenomenon is largely influenced by the fact that many people become sick in the dry, cooler conditions. Many germs associated with cold weather have been found to replicate faster in environments with low humidity …
Moringa oliefera has recently become a very popular superfood. It is loaded with plenty of beneficial nutrients that strengthen and heal the body. Although superfood trends come and go, Moringa is here to stay as a top resource for life-changing benefits. Moringa, also known as the “Tree of Life”, is a plant that is highly regarded for its miraculous effects …
Healthy liver function is essential for our well-being. Functions of the liver include metabolism, excretion, and defense. Poor dietary habits can significantly reduce the liver’s ability to effectively remove toxins from the body. What Can Damage the Liver? The susceptibility of liver damage can be inherited or influenced by an unhealthy lifestyle. Factors that contribute to an increased risk of …
What is Stress? Stress is a biological response to the demands of one’s internal or external environment. Exercise, changes in temperature, allergies, relationship issues, weird smells, and loud noises are some examples that cause stress and changes in the body. Some of these stressors are very common, short-lived, and viewed as acute. Chronic, persistent stress caused by negative internal or …
The Standard American Diet (SAD) has long been viewed as a leading cause of Western diseases. The regular consumption of meats, processed foods, fried foods, and refined sugars force the body into a very acidic state – opportunity for disease to take form and prosper. Weight gain, type 2 diabetes, cancer, fatigue, poor dental health, osteoporosis, depression, and brain fog …
Many people recognize life as a balancing act. Good health can be seen as such as well. The body contains all sorts of cells, compounds, and minerals that work together to achieve optimal function – and maintain balance. The blood is the life force that transports nutrients and hormones throughout the body, and its balance is essential for our well …
High blood pressure, also referred to as hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions in the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hypertension affects 75 million people in America – that’s one out of every three U.S. adults. This dangerous condition, also known as the “silent killer”, is relatively asymptomatic; symptoms typically occur …