3 Simple Diet Changes Can Bring Big Results
Summer is getting closer. Perhaps you are thinking about the beach or another vacation you might have planned. Time to get healthy…. but where to start? With hundreds of opinions out there and thousands of diet books, knowing what to eat can feel overwhelming. With all the counting, restricting and renaming, navigating the health landscape […]
Snap, Crackle, Pop
Do you crack your knuckles? Have you been told that this habit will cause problems in your hands like arthritis? Although conventional wisdom says that it must cause problems, research says otherwise. In fact, there have been many studies; all say the same thing, knuckle cracking does not cause arthritis. However, knuckle cracking over a […]
11 Fun and Nutritious Things to Do with Cauliflower
Cauliflower may look pale and useless, but it is surprisingly healthy. A single serving of cauliflower contains the following nutrients: Vitamin C Vitamin K1 Folate Vitamin B6 Choline Fiber Omega-3 fatty acid Manganese Biotin Phosphorous Potassium Vitamin B2 Protein Vitamin B3 Vitamin B1 Magnesium Vitamin B5 Cauliflower is particularly high in vitamin C, vitamin K1 […]
Don’t Smoke Another Cigarette
Each year, almost 500,000 people die from this deadly habit. Smoking is a highly addictive behavior that causes great damage. The saddest thing of all is that nearly all of the cases of deaths related so smoking can be prevented. If there was one major thing you could do to avoid fatal disease and premature […]
Hot then Cold: Repeat 3X
Most people are familiar with the muscle relaxing benefits of a hot pack, soak or a bath. And anyone who has ever had an orthopedic injury, bump or bruise is probably familiar with the anti-inflammatory properties of a cold or ice pack. But rarely are people using the combination of the two approaches in what […]
3 Reasons For You To Ditch Your Heels (NOW)
Corns, calluses, thickened toenails and bunions — the price you pay for wearing heels. And while they probably look great with your outfit, perhaps you should consider these three reasons to ditch your heels and choose flats. Chronic back pain Without shoes, and feet flat on the ground, the normal s-curve shape of your back […]
This Liquid Gold Has Potent Healing Power
My mother-in-law winced in pain as she cautiously took the bandage off her leg. Three weeks before, she had a large, deep skin cancer removed. The surgical wound repeatedly been infected and was not healing well at all. Her surgeon had recommended all sorts of different ointments and topical treatments, but nothing was working. Her […]
New Study Suggests Remaining Sedentary May Shrink Your Brain
We already have plenty of good reasons to exercise. Regular movement has been shown to help create a stronger body, a healthier heart, and a calmer mind. But recent research has revealed yet another reason to get off that couch and get moving: a bigger, healthier brain. The new study, published in the journal Neurology, […]
9 Winter Veggies That Feed Your Skin and More
Along with the bite of winter comes dry skin, chapped lips and a complexion that looks pale and worn. How your skin looks also says a lot about your overall health. When your body is healthy from the inside out, your skin will glow with vitality and warmth. Eating enough veggies in the winter can […]
How to Handle People Who Don’t “Get” Your Health Goals
One of the most challenging things about upgrading your health and making positive changes to your diet and lifestyle can be interacting with people who may not fully understand or support what you’re doing — or why you’re doing it. When you’re faced with that kind of social pressure, it can be easy to give […]
