Archives for October 2015

  If you’re someone who struggles to get going when you wake up, this five-step guide to optimizing your mornings might prove useful. One intriguing suggestion, replace a droning alarm clock with one of your favorite songs. Being awakened by a tune that you love will give you that little … [Read more...]

  A new study has found that nicotinamide, a drug derived from vitamin B3, can reduce the risk factor of contracting non-melanoma type skin cancers in people who have a family history of the disease. Over a 12 month period, researchers found that taking two nicotinamide pills a day reduced … [Read more...]

  If your last health checkup uncovered higher than normal blood sugar levels, you may want to stock up on mangoes. That’s because studies have shown that the flavorful tropical fruit has been shown to reduce blood sugar levels in the obese. Check out this article to learn what other foods … [Read more...]

  Are you finding that workplace stress is having a negative effect on both your professional and personal life, give this article about how female executives handle their stress a read. The piece details some unconventional, but effective methods of managing the stress that comes with being … [Read more...]

  Do you want an easy and all-natural way to save on your medical bills? Take up yoga. A new Massachusetts General Hospital study has found that people who engaged in activities that stimulate the body's relaxation response needed to utilize health care services 43% less than those that did … [Read more...]

  If you're struggling to lose weight, you might want to try upping your cold water intake. As this article explains, consuming cold water causes your body to burn calories more efficiently. If you add a liter of cold water a day to a diet focused lean proteins and vitamin-paced vegetables, … [Read more...]

  Maintaining a balanced blood sugar levels can greatly reduce your risk factor for developing serious illness like hypoglycemia or diabetes. However, the ubiquitous temptation of sugary snack foods can make it difficult to keep your levels under control. Thankfully, this post suggests a few … [Read more...]

  A recent study has found that varying up the speed at which you walk can burn 20% more calories than walking at consistent pace. Just as cars burn up more gasoline when starting and stopping frequently, our bodies’ metabolic rate becomes more efficient when we rapidly alternate our … [Read more...]

  Are you finding it difficult to build up your upper body strength? Add the two Pilates moves described in this Self magazine article to your workout regimen. As they are modified versions of the push up and plank exercises, they should do wonders for building up your triceps. Look over … [Read more...]

  Do you want to keep your energy level up in the middle of the day, but you're concerned about consuming too much caffeine? Give this eye-opening article about all-natural stimulants a read to understand how doing something as simple as eating a mint in the afternoon can give you a much … [Read more...]

  A few recent studies have uncovered some surprising facts about Alzheimer's disease. Aerobic exercise can not only lower your risk factor for contracting the disorder, it can be used to improve the cognitive function of people who are currently afflicted by the condition. Check out this … [Read more...]

  The next time you get a painful migraine, instead of swallowing some over-the-counter painkillers, eat some sautéed asparagus or a nice bowl of quinoa. According to a recent episode of The Doctors, around 50% of Americans who suffer from migraines are actually vitamin B12 deficient. By … [Read more...]

  A new study coming out of China has revealed that workers who live with high amounts of work stress are 22% more likely to have a stroke than workers with less demanding jobs. With that high risk factor uncovered, there's all the more reason to make sure you keep your stress level under … [Read more...]

  A big part of leading a healthy lifestyle is to surround yourself with good foods that satisfy hunger, stabilize blood sugar and ensure strong digestive function. This Huffington Post article lists nine foods, including Greek yogurt and apples, that do just that, as well as providing you … [Read more...]

  Researchers have recently discovered that vitamin D may prevent the onset of multiple sclerosis. A study of nearly 1,200 Danish men found that those who have a lot of exposure to the sun, which is an abundant source of vitamin D, during their youth showed symptoms of MS two years later … [Read more...]

  Are you one of the more than 100 hundred million Americans living with chronic pain? According to a recent Montana standard article, a number of high-tech methods of treating chronic pain without drugs or surgery have proven to be successful. And, these unconventional pain relief … [Read more...]

  A recent study found that people with type 2 diabetes to maintain a high-protein diet have more stable blood sugar than those who did not. Researchers also found that a protein heavy diet improved their patients liver health over the course of the study. Click the link below to find out … [Read more...]

  If you’re concerned about thinning hair, you might want to consider upping your broccoli intake. The reason why? Broccoli is rich in iron and an iron deficiency can manifest itself by causing you to lose your hair. Give this piece a look to learn what other nutrient packed foods promote … [Read more...]

  It can be very challenging to get back into the routine of going jogging every day or maintaining a refined sugar free diet after falling off the wagon. This Zen Habits piece offers a number of insightful suggestions on how to recover after you have relapsed into bad habits. Click the link … [Read more...]

  Because they are low in fat and rich in protein, fish is recommended as a staple of a healthy diet. But which is better for you, fresh fish or fish that you buy in a can? This New York Times article takes an in-depth look at that very question and the answers are surprising. For instance, … [Read more...]

  Lung cancer is one of the deadliest and most common cancers in the world, but a recent examination of several independent studies has uncovered that vitamin D might prevent its development. Researchers found that people with higher levels of vitamin D in their systems have a significantly … [Read more...]

  As it turns out, all those times that your parents told you to eat carrots because they’re good for your eyes were absolutely right. A new study found that carotenoids, a pigment that is plentiful in carrots, as well as bell peppers, spinach and kale, can stave off macular degeneration. … [Read more...]

  A Danish man was curious to see what effect removing all refined sugars and alcohol from his diet would have in his health. After one month, Sacha Harland discovered that he had lost 10 pounds, lost 1% of his total body fat and his blood pressure dropped from 135/75 to 125/75. Read the … [Read more...]

  Are you having a hard time keeping your blood pressure under control? You might want to cut down on the time you spend browsing the Internet and checking your email. A new study shows that teens who spend extended periods of time online have a high risk factor for developing high blood … [Read more...]

  Do you want to practice healthier eating habits, but you find it difficult because you feel addicted to sugar? This handy guide offers a number of ways you can make your sugar dependency a thing of the past. For instance, one excellent way to cut some sugar from your diet is to sub candy … [Read more...]

  Fans of tabletop and video role-playing games will likely get a kick out of this guide on how to increase your real life “character stats.” For example, those who wish to add a few points to their “Constitution” rating might consider adding a vitamin E or vitamin C supplement to their diet … [Read more...]

  Did you know that green peas can help fight off viral infections? Or that cauliflower can help you recover from a cold? This Style Caster post takes a look at the less widely-known health benefits of certain foods, like blueberries, which can help your skin fight off signs of aging because … [Read more...]

  So, what’s better for you, running 30 minutes every day or working a 60 minute run into your schedule every few days? This post takes an in depth look at the comparative health benefits of running more frequently for a shorter amount of time and running for longer periods of time … [Read more...]

  Interested in a workout that will exercise 84 percent of your body’s muscles? Give rowing a try. Although it has a reputation as being an upper body builder, it also does tremendous things for your core strength and legs. In fact, rolling at a pace of 5 miles per hour is equivalent to … [Read more...]

  Personal fitness trainers seem to be all the rage right now but do they actually help people achieve their fitness goals? This Renegade Health blog post is written by a doctor who purchased a FitBit and how he used the data it gave him to make some pretty significant life changes. Read … [Read more...]

  Science tells us that vitamin C is great for helping our immune systems run optimally but what other nutrients can give our healing abilities a boost? This piece from the Killeen Daily Herald takes a look at the various healing properties of supplements that contain epicor, zinc, … [Read more...]

  A recently published study has found that people belonging to the Millennial generation have a higher overall body mass index than their predecessors. However, Millennials are not heavier because they are eating more or exercising less than Generation Xers or Baby Boomers. While no … [Read more...]

  There’s been a lot of talk in the media recently about the use of genetically modified organisms in our food. And as with any controversial topic, a lot of misinformation has made its way into the conversation. Those interested in a concise and fact-based explanation of the positive and … [Read more...]

  If you’ve made a commitment to get in shape this fall, this article has a number of useful tips on how to set yourself up for success. For instance, if you spent a lot of the summer indulging in barbecued chicken and steak, you might want to add some broccoli soups into your daily meal … [Read more...]

  Since fast food restaurants are seemingly waiting for us at every corner, even the strongest willed person can struggle to maintain a healthy diet. This Fitness Republic article may help you win the Battle of the Bulge as it lists a slew of tips and tricks on how to eat healthy at a … [Read more...]

  A recently completed 15 year spanning study on diabetes produced an interesting result; diet and exercise are more effective at treating the disease than prescription medication. When measured against the commonly prescribed antidiabetic drug Metformin, making significant lifestyle changes … [Read more...]

  Are you struggling with powerful urges to consume junk food? This Greatist post offers a number of tasty junk food alternatives that are made with vitamin A and B rich zucchini. For example, you can satisfy your intense cravings for greasy potato chips with some scrumptious looking salt … [Read more...]

  An Australian PhD student will soon be conducting a study to determine whether or not vitamin B6 can alter the way a person dreams. The student’s thesis is that by taking a vitamin B6 supplement before going to bed, patients can enter a lucid dream state. Since lucid dreaming has been … [Read more...]

  Because pregnancy is such a mentally and physically stressful process, parents should do all they can to ensure that delivery is as easy as possible. An important part of that process is making sure that mother and child are as healthy as possible in the run-up to labor. One proven way to … [Read more...]

  A recent Turkish study has found that milk does the body good in a wholly unexpected way. While the triggers for hives are still unknown, researchers in Turkey found that people who are afflicted with chronic hives were also deficient in vitamin D. Additionally, when the researchers … [Read more...]

  If you are intent on building up your muscle mass, but your work out just as in giving you the results you’re looking for, it may be because you are unintentionally sabotaging yourself. This blog post outlines a number of those self-defeating practices, such as neglecting the eccentric … [Read more...]

  Did you know that frozen fruit is in no way less healthy than fresh fruit?In recent years, there have been a lot of distortions and outright lies about what is and isn’t a healthy food. This Food Network post should act as a corrective to a lot of those misconceptions as it busts several … [Read more...]

  Although many energy drink companies claim that their products are excellent sources of energy reviving B vitamins, the truth is more complicated. As this Men’s Health piece points out, while people who are deficient in B vitamins may feel somewhat invigorated after downing a few cans of … [Read more...]

  For those who absolutely can’t live without ice cream, but also want to make healthy eating choices, check out this comprehensive guide to which ice creams, sorbet, frozen yogurts and gelatos are the healthiest. For instance, if you love refreshing and zesty and a fruit-based ice cream, … [Read more...]