There are many foods we eat here in America that have a lot of preservatives and chemicals mixed in. In fact, some of these chemicals are banned in other countries because of the negative effects they can have on people. In the infographic from Natural News, they display the chemicals and … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2016
Don’t forget to eat your sprouts
Remember how your mom would tell you to eat your brussel sprouts? Well, it would be best to listen to her. There are tons of health benefits that brussel sprouts can give you and it would be great to incorporate them into your diet. Read the full article here: Brussel Sprouts … [Read more...]
Is sparkling water safe?
Water is the best thing for you to drink, but can we replace sparkling water for it? Some people say no and that sparkling water can actually harm you. In today’s article we have three myths that have been debunked by Lifehacker. Take a look. Read the full article here: Three Myths … [Read more...]
How to Make Healthy Eating a Habit
Eating healthy can be difficult. It can be expensive or just not taste all that great. Well, lucky for you, today’s video comes from Tedx Talks about eating healthier. What is this way you may ask? Well, it’s fairly simple. All you have to do is change your environment. Stock up on … [Read more...]
Here’s a great way to enjoy those french fries again
We all know that french fries are one of the greatest foods out there. We also know that it’s one of the worst foods for you as well, but thanks to Food Network, we can now enjoy french fries and not feel guilty. Take a look at their recipe. Read the full article here: Baked Vegetable … [Read more...]
Is that diet driving you nuts?
Sometimes when we go on a diet we can become kind of crazy. It isn’t the best thing either because we can become grumpy towards other people as well, but fear not. For The Huffington Post comes with an article on how to not go crazy while on a diet. Take a look! Read the full article … [Read more...]
Taurine – A Performance Enhancer for Athletes
Taurine or L-Taurine is regarded as the 2nd most abundant amino acid in the body's muscles after glutamine. It is present in huge amounts in our heart and brain. It is also found in healthy food sources like milk products, poultry, eggs and the ideal ones being meat and fish. It is included in some … [Read more...]
Using Yoga For Better Sleep
Quite a few people have trouble sleeping and the usual “remedies”, like counting sheep, just aren’t working. Sometimes not being able to sleep can lead to sleeping medication which is not the best thing for you. Instead of counting sheep or taking sleeping medication, why not do some yoga … [Read more...]
Don’t be left with regret
LIving a happy life is what people want. It is simply a fact. In today’s article from Greatist, comes the five biggest regrets people have in life. Ranging from living true to themselves to staying in touch with friends. Take a look at the article below. Read the full article here: The … [Read more...]
What about that pain in the neck?
Neck pains can be a real problem and the kind of treatment available can be tough to choose from. Between a session of acupuncture or simply taking medication, it can be hard to decide which one will work best. Here to help is DrWeil.com, with an article on both types of treatment. Take a … [Read more...]
Sitting Kills
There are many things that are bad for your health. Most of them obvious, such as eating junk food or staring at a computer screen for too long. Then there is sitting. Sitting is the one thing we do all the time and is slowly harming us. According to the infographic from Lifehacker, as … [Read more...]
Learn how diet can impact diabetes
There are people out there who suffer from diabetes and it can be a problem, but according to Contra Costa Times, changing your diet to vegan can help with diabetes. Going on a vegan diet can actually help lower your blood sugar levels. Take a look at the article below to find out how … [Read more...]
Take a closer look at that color
Staying hydrated throughout the day can be kind of hard with all the things going on in life. In today’s article from CNN, they have a list of foods that have a high percentage of water in them to help you stay hydrated throughout the day. Read the full article here: The pee color … [Read more...]
Understanding and dealing with stress
Stress is a really big problem not only for the people undergoing stress, but also for the businesses. Studies show that 50% of employed people are looking for less stressful jobs. Stress related depression is also the number one cause for missing work, as well as responsible for 75% of … [Read more...]
The benefits of barley
There are lots of different foods out there that are great for your health. Today, let’s talk about barley and what it can do for you. Having barley in your diet can help you with your blood sugar and your hunger. Sounds great right? Take a look at the article below to find … [Read more...]
Does timing really matter?
There are many tips and tricks to dieting, one of them being timing. Timing, as in the time at which you eat and whether or not that affects the amount of nutrients you absorb. Take a look at the article to find out whether this is true or not. Read the full article here: Does Nutrient … [Read more...]
Which Helps You Lose Weight Faster, Diet or Exercise?
It’s one of the oldest questions in fitness; which method helps you lose weight the fastest, working out or eating right? Although it’s recommended that you engage in regular aerobic exercise as well as maintaining a nutritious diet for optimal mental and physical health, those looking to … [Read more...]
Can Diabetics Safely Consume Fruit?
If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes or if your blood sugar level is high enough to qualify as pre-diabetic, you may wonder you can still enjoy eating delicious fruits like apples, strawberries and bananas. This heavily researched article explains exactly how fruit and other foods made … [Read more...]
The Importance of Running Safely
Running is an excellent way to burn calories, build up muscle and increase bone density. However, running with improper form is an easy way to sustain muscle strains and skeletal fractures. Give this New York Times article a read in order to learn how to make running a safe and productive … [Read more...]
How Standing Desks Can Improve Your Quality of Life
Some health hazards are obvious. Roads with perilously sharp turns are marked with great street signs and restaurants that serve double bacon cheeseburgers the post nutritional facts that clearly spell out how unhealthy they are. However, there are other health hazards that are just as … [Read more...]
Can Ginkgo Improve Memory?
Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is widely considered to be the oldest living tree species. Despite facing major extinction events, it went on to survive for more than 200 million years in China. It now grows throughout the world. Ginkgo trees have very unique qualities – they can reach up to 130 feet tall … [Read more...]
The Many Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes
Everybody knows that sweet potatoes are a delicious source of dietary fiber, but did you also know that they are an excellent source of beta-carotene and vitamin A? The tuberous root vegetable is also rich in antioxidant nutrients, serves as an excellent natural anti-inflammatory and its … [Read more...]
Myth Busting the Nootropics Trend
There’s been a lot of hype in the media recently about the supposedly effectiveness of various nootropics, but not a lot of clarity or hard facts. Thankfully, this blog post takes a detailed look at the supposedly brain enhancing abilities of everything from name brand smart drinks to … [Read more...]
The Negative Psychological Impact of an Unhealthy Diet
Because the physical effects of a fat and sugar heavy diet are so well documented and pervasive, its negative psychological effects are often overlooked. While not as obvious, the impact of an unhealthy diet on a person’s mental state is still significant and wide ranging. The biggest … [Read more...]
Australian Researchers Find Low-Carb Diet Can Reduce Impact of Diabetes
A recently completed Australian study has found that by adopting a certain diet, people living with diabetes can greatly reduce the impact the disease has on their quality of life. Researchers found that by sticking to a low-carb, high-protein diet, diabetes patients can safely reduce … [Read more...]
How You Cook Certain Foods Can Greatly Alter Their Nutritional Value
Did you know that the way in which you cook certain foods can greatly alter their nutritional value? As this blog post explains, doing something as innocuous as boiling broccoli, lettuce and spinach in water can have the effect of reducing their vitamin C content by as much as 50 … [Read more...]
Six Foods That Are Healthier Than You Think
If you’ve recently resolved to change your eating habits for the better, this Huffington Post piece will likely serve as a useful healthy eating guide. It details six different foods that are nutritious, filling and tasty. First up is red bell peppers. While we typically think of citrus … [Read more...]
The One Type Of Bread That Can Help You Lose Weight
While the excess consumption of carbohydrate heavy foods like bread can serve as a gateway to obesity, a recent study has found that making barley-based bread a staple of your diet can actually help you lose weight. In addition to temporarily boosting a person’s metabolism, barley also has … [Read more...]
Using Yoga to Beat the Midday Energy Lull
If you typically treat the natural midday energy lull by drinking sugar-packed sodas and eating calorie loaded junk food, this article may prove useful. It it details five easy to strike yoga poses you can use to give yourself a midday burst of energy while also suppressing your cravings … [Read more...]
Beware of Exclusionary Diets
Maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet is essential to an individual’s mental and physical health. Unfortunately, the prevalence of unhealthy junk food and the rise of the Internet have led tens of millions of Americans to adopt unhealthy lifestyles that have led them to become … [Read more...]
Study Finds Link between Teenage Sleep Loss, Increased Diabetes Risk Factor
It’s long been established that inconsistent sleep can negatively impact the cognitive functioning of teenagers, a new study found that it can have a detrimental effect on a young person’s physical health as well. Researchers at Penn State found that sleep loss can increase teen boys risk … [Read more...]
Study Finds Aged Garlic Extract Can Reduce Arterial Plaque Buildup
A recently published study conducted by Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center found that taking an aged garlic extract supplement can greatly lower a person’s risk factor for developing heart disease. Apparently, the garlic extract has the effect of … [Read more...]
Study Finds Teen Males with Low Stress Tolerance Have High Risk Factor for Hypertension
A recently published survey found that teenage boys who have a low stress tolerance have a higher than average risk factor for developing hypertension later in life. With this new information in mind, parents should be extra careful that their children are not being subjected to an … [Read more...]
The Difference between Comfort Foods and Foods That Will Make You Feel Comfortable
If you’re like millions of Americans, you feel compelled to eat comfort food when dealing with stressful life events. However, while we may associate foods like grilled cheeses, French fries and ice cream with the simplicity of childhood and parental affection, those foods have the effect … [Read more...]
An All-Natural Treatment for Chronic Neck Pain
If you struggle with chronic neck pain, there’s a non-medicinal solution that may provide you with a greater level of relief. A recent study conducted in the United Kingdom found that the Alexander technique and acupuncture prove to be a more effective treatment for chronic neck pain than … [Read more...]
The Best Way to Fight Stress
While there are several different methods of reducing stress, none have been proven to be as effective as healthy living. As this Orlean Times Herald article points out, the best way to cope with the mental and physical effects of stress is to work out regularly, eat right, avoid drugs and … [Read more...]
Foods That Are Deceptively High in Calories, Fat and Carbohydrates
One of the most difficult aspects of sticking to a healthy diet is avoiding foods that are seemingly healthy, but in actuality serve to undermine your fitness goals. For example, Coconut milk is commonly touted as a healthy beverage because it is rich in fiber, vitamins C, E and B complex, … [Read more...]
Red Yeast rice in improving the level of cholesterol
Chinese have been using Red yeast rice for many years as a food colorant, food preservative, as an ingredient in rice wine and as a spice. It still continues to be a dietary staple in Asian, Japan and Chinese communities especially those living in the United States. Red Yeast Rice is also used … [Read more...]
What Kind of Yogurt Is Best for You?
As a probiotic and a rich source of calcium and protein, yogurt is a food that is healthy, filling and incredibly tasty. However, before stocking up, it’s a good idea to understand the nutritional differences between the various kinds of yogurt that are on sale in the US. Thankfully, this … [Read more...]
How to Overcome Your Procrastination Habit and the Stress That Comes with It
If you struggle with procrastination, and the stress that comes with procrastination, this article might prove to be very useful. It outlines a number of different ways you can rid yourself of your procrastination habit, like working in short bursts of intense productivity and all the … [Read more...]
10 Reasons Why Honey Is a Good Replacement for Refined Sugar
If you’re trying to lose weight, but you find yourself craving the unique sweetness of refined sugar, you might consider adding honey to your regular dietary intake. Although honey is high in calories and sugar, it is better for you than refined sugar for a number of different reasons. For … [Read more...]
Strengthen your adrenals with ginseng
The slow growing perennial plant that has fleshy roots is known as Ginseng. This plant fits in with the Araliaceae group of plants and it prospers for the most part in a few locales of North America and Eastern Asia. The term of this herb was really gotten from Chinese term renshen, which is a blend … [Read more...]
Why It’s Important to Increase Your Intake of Vitamin D during the Winter
If you’ve heard some vague talk in the media recently about the importance of consuming vitamin D in the winter, this article does a good job of elaborating on the subject. Essentially, we don’t get the same amount of exposure to vitamin D rich sunlight I the winter that we do in the rest … [Read more...]
Is Your Job One of the Most Stressful in the Country?
Is your job one of the 18 that Career Trends has deemed the most stressful? If it is, you’ll definitely want to make sure that you’re getting enough rest, water, relaxation and nutritious foods to balance out the significant amount of strain all that work stress is putting up on your … [Read more...]
Are You Suffering from a Vitamin Deficiency
In today’s hyper connected, always online world, it can be surprisingly easy to forget about the basics, such as making sure that you don’t become vitamin deficient. Seeing as prolonged vitamin deficiency can turn into a serious medical problem, it’s a good idea to become aware of the … [Read more...]
Echinacea Benefits Immune System Function
If you’re worried about cold and flu season, then you’re probably looking for a remedy that will get you and your family through safely. Echinacea is a natural supplement many people use for colds and respiratory problems. Echinacea is a flowering plant native to the United States and Canada. It’s … [Read more...]
Eating Slowly Can Help You Lose Weight
Did you know that the rate at which you eat can have as big an impact on your waistline is what you eat? As this eye-opening Authority Nutrition post explains, people who consume meals quickly also tend to eat more than those who do not and it gives your body time to produce satiety … [Read more...]
Tips and Tricks for Managing Your Work Stress
Whether you’re trying to lose weight or gain muscle mass, you need to find a way to effectively manage your stress level if you want to achieve either fitness goal. On that note, this article offers six different ways you can minimize the impact work stress has on your life. Read the … [Read more...]
How Vitamins Help You Maintain a Youthful Appearance
Even people with the most resilient genes eventually began to show visible signs of aging. And despite what the cosmetics industry might want you to think, there is actually no way to reverse that process. However, there are things you can do to keep your skin firm and glowing and your … [Read more...]
Elderberry & The Immune System
Elderberries have been known for a long time to have great health benefits. They come from a plant known as the Sambucus which is commonly referred to as elderflower or as "the elder". They are mainly found in the Northern hemisphere specifically in North America and Europe although some Southern … [Read more...]
Tips on Beating College Stress
Because of the immense pressure to succeed academically and socially, college can be a very stressful place. However as noted in this blog post, by doing simple things such as sharing your anxieties and a support group or taking 15 minute walks every day, students can keep stress from … [Read more...]
If You’re Going Vegetarian, Make Sure You’re Getting Enough Vitamin B 12
If you’re considering adopting a vegetarian diet for health reasons, you might want to start taking a vitamin B12 supplement. The reason being, almost all of the most plentiful sources of vitamin B12 come from animal foods, so without the use of a supplement it’s very easy for a vegetarian … [Read more...]
10 Tips on How to Beat Insomnia
Although sleep plays a big role in a number of the body’s essential functions, more than 60 million Americans regularly struggle to fall asleep at night. Sometimes sleep deprivation has an external cause, such as a loud noise violently waking you up in the middle of the night or being given a work … [Read more...]
Now Accepting BitCoin As Form Of Payment
Bitcoin is a relatively new form of currency, that is just beginning to 'hit' the mainstream, is completely global and subject to few laws and restrictions from central or other banking institutions. More specifically it's a new form of payment that enables you to send money to another person. The … [Read more...]
6 Workout Motivation Tips and Tricks
One of the most difficult aspects of sticking to a workout regimen is finding the motivation to exercise on a daily basis. If you’re finding it hard to find the will to hit the gym, give this post a read It lists six different tips and tricks you can use to keep yourself focused … [Read more...]
What Herbs Increase Mothers Milk?
The utilization of certain plants is as old as mankind itself. From the moment we developed into the thinking, sentient beings that we are today, we relied on the natural power of herbs to heal, to develop, to prosper. Their effectiveness goes beyond the often criticized methods of alternative … [Read more...]
Study Finds That Holding Your Cell Phone a Certain Way Can Be Stressful
A researcher from Purdue University recently conducted a study on stress and discovered that holding a smartphone in a certain position can cause a person to become stressed out. Apparently, holding a phone in close proximity to your head can cause the body to greatly up the production of … [Read more...]
Using Damiana to support healthy hormone levels in men and women
First discovered by the Mayan and Aztec civilization in Latin America, Damiana herb is a small shrub with aromatic leaves. The natives used it during ceremonies to ease depression and anxiety. It was also used in Latin America to add flavor to tea. The medicinal part of this plant are the stem … [Read more...]
An All-Natural Sore Throat Remedy
If you often find yourself dealing with sore throats in winter months, you may want to stock up on zinc and probiotic K12. The zinc will relieve the pain by reducing inflammation and the probiotic K 12 have the effect of killing the streptococcus bacteria that are commonly the cause of a … [Read more...]
Healthy Snacking Do’s and Don’ts
When starting a new diet with the aim of losing weight, one of the trickier aspects to figure out is what you should snack on. Obviously, junk food like potato chips, cupcakes and ice cream should be avoided, but many snacks that are promoted as being “healthy” are not what they seem. For … [Read more...]
Stress Fighting Tips from ‘the World’s Happiest Man’
After the completion of a 12 year stress study, researchers found that Tibetan Buddhist monk Matthieu Richard is “the world’s happiest man.” So what is the secret to happiness according to Mr. Richard? Regular meditation and making an effort to not be concerned about the aspects of life … [Read more...]
Bananas: Healthier Than You Might Think
Did you know that in addition to being an excellent source of potassium, bananas are also high in fiber and vitamin B6? Or that they contain a carbohydrate which is effective at balancing blood sugar? Follow the link below to learn more about why bananas are healthier than you might … [Read more...]
In Winter, It’s Easy to Become Deficient in This Essential Nutrient
While there has been a lot of talk the media recently about which vitamin supplements will give a person the most health benefits, there is one nutrient that many people across the country are at risk of becoming deficient in at this time of year: vitamin D. The reason being, most people … [Read more...]
Is Your Body Retaining Too Much Water?
While it is important to have plenty of water in your diet, it can be difficult for your body to have too much water. Water retention can be a difficult problem in your body as it can make it harder for you to stay healthy. What Makes Retention So Dangerous? On the surface, water … [Read more...]
How a Healthy Lifestyle Can Save Your Life
Chronic stress can have a negative effect on everything from your ability to lose weight to your risk factor for contracting cancer later in life. As such, making lifestyle choices that play an active role in fighting stress, such as exercising regularly and eating right, are not just a … [Read more...]
A Five-Point Plan on How to Lead a Healthier Lifestyle
Moving from an inactive lifestyle and poor diet to one that revolves around physical activity and a nutritious diet isn’t easy. However, if you use the five-point strategy outlined in this Mayo Clinic article, you may find that your fitness goals are not as impossible to achieve as you … [Read more...]
Too Much Sodium Is Bad, but so Is Too Little Sodium
While it is true the excess consumption of salt can have the effect of raising your blood pressure to unhealthy levels, it’s not a really good idea to remove all sodium from your diet. As this Authority Nutrition post points out, not having enough sodium in your diet can increase a … [Read more...]
One Simple Household Spice Can Lower Your Blood Sugar
High blood sugar can be very dangerous and threatening to your life. The concerns that come with having more blood sugar than needed can harm your body over time but there is one household spice that can help you out. You can use cinnamon bark to help you keep your blood sugar levels from being too … [Read more...]
How to Treat Chronic Pain All Naturally
A new study found that chronic pain sufferers have a high risk factor for abusing over-the-counter pain relievers. As such, it’s a good idea to consider using alternative pain relief methods such as practicing yoga, getting a massage session or taking all-natural pain relievers such as … [Read more...]
How to Take the Pain Out Of Your Daily Workout
Do you find yourself feeling painfully sore and stiff after working out? Instead of reaching for an over-the-counter pain reliever that might have some unpleasant side effects, consider getting a post workout massage. As this article notes, a quick massage session can not only soothe your … [Read more...]
Taking a Holistic Approach to Stress Management
As stress is a multifaceted problem, it’s only logical that it should be dealt with using a multifaceted approach. There is no one technique that can be guaranteed to lower a person’s stress level, but by utilizing a range of different methodologies, you can greatly increase your chances … [Read more...]
If You Want To Lose Weight, You Need to Turn Up the Bodies Thermostat
According to Dutch researchers you can lose weight more efficiently by increasing your body thermostat. People usually put on another layer of clothing and turn down the thermostat of their air-conditioning unit when the weather gets colder. Such things obstruct in losing weight as the internal … [Read more...]
Are You Drinking This Endocrine System Destroyer?
If you are drinking the water supplied by municipal sources, then you are drinking endocrine destroyer elements even if it is claimed to be safe and healthy. In fact there is some disagreement on the synthetic fluoride used to purify municipal water as it can cause serious problems. The information … [Read more...]
How Stress Can Save Your Life
While we tend to think of stress in entirely negative terms, the truth is it plays a very important role in our lives, such as when it gives us the enhanced response time to get out of a potentially life-threatening situation. As this Huffington Post article explains, the goal shouldn’t be … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Job Less Stressful and Five Easy Steps
If the most stressful part of your life is your job, this article is a must read. It covers five different ways you can take the anxiety out of your profession. For instance, if you abandon the notion that a person can effectively multitask, you’ll get a lot more done by completing all of … [Read more...]
A How-to Guide on Relaxation
Relaxing on a regular basis has a pretty significant effect on your health. If you don’t engage in stress-busting activities like getting some aerobic exercise, listening to soothing music or meditate, your body will pay the price. For one thing, if you don’t decompress consistently, your body won’t … [Read more...]