Here is What Can Happen if You are Vitamin B-12 Deficient
Vitamin B-12 is critical for the proper functioning of your body, and a deficiency could lead to severe health problems, including fatigue, depression, memory loss, and joint pain. This vitamin actually creates red blood cells in the body, which, if you remember anything from your high school science class, are critical for bodily function. Plus, […]
Are You Elevating Your Legs All Wrong? Here is What You Should be Doing Instead
Do you get impressions in your legs when you take off your socks? If that happens to you on a regular basis, you are probably “retaining water” which is an extremely common condition that is formally known as edema. There are several types of edema and even more underlying reasons why it occurs… but is […]
The #1 Thing Women Over 40 Must Do
Modern women over 40 don’t feel middle-aged. In fact, many believe they’re in their prime, particularly because of this one thing that’s keeping their brain and body sharp. What is it? Well, without it, quality of life and bone health deteriorates. However, by including this one thing into your routine you’ll look and feel years […]
Eating a Spoonful of Peanut Butter Before Bed Does This
The next time you’re craving a late-night snack, swap your sugary treat for a spoonful of peanut butter. Why? Well, beyond being delicious and a great source of vitamins and minerals, peanut butter is also loaded with an essential amino acid that can help you fall asleep. Furthermore, peanut butter is a dieter’s best friend. […]
The Real Dangers of Cracked Heels
When the skin on the bottom of your heels becomes excessively dry, it can crack, leaving painful gaps. Cracked skin worsens in the winter months due to low humidity and cold temperatures — and it seems to afflict more women than men. For some, the condition is uncomfortable but not serious. Yet for others, cracks […]
How Can Honey Improve Your Oral Health…Isn’t it Just Sugar?
Not all sweets are bad for your teeth. Honey, it seems, has real benefits for oral health, despite its high natural sugar content. However, it does act differently than refined sugar. Unlike refined sugar that causes plaque and tooth decay, honey has antimicrobial properties that actually stop plaque in its tracks and fight gingivitis. But, […]
4 Ways to Use Raw Local Honey for Beautiful Skin
Local bees collect pollen from local plants. Raw honey has anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties that promote digestive and skin health. Raw, local honey has all the same properties. However, since local bees collect pollen from local plants, it’s believed to have the added bonus of strengthening your immunity and reducing pollen allergy symptoms. That […]
Stroke Warning Signs Everyone Should Know About
Warning signs of a stroke may be apparent as early as seven days before an attack and require urgent treatment to prevent severe brain damage. So, understanding those warning signs is not only vital for your health, but also for those you love. Here are the stroke warning signs everyone should know about. Eighty percent […]
6 Ways to Supercharge Your Immune System Before Winter
With Covid-19 still looming heavily over the U.S., Americans are looking for ways to boost their immune system before winter hits. But it’s not as simple as targeting one specific entity in your body. The immune system is the body’s natural defense system, made up of a network of molecules, tissues, cells, and organs working […]
Strange Oral Health Habits that Work
While most of us stick with brushing twice a day (and hopefully regular flossing too), there are more and more reasons to seek out an alternative oral health routine. Conventional toothpaste contains questionable ingredients like fluoride and SLS; mouthwash dries out our gums and kills beneficial bacteria with alcohol and chlorhexidine, and regular toothbrushes are another source of plastic that is […]
