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...]

  When the days get shorter and colder, it’s not hard to find excuses to skip your daily run or to keep letting your bicycle gather dust. However, as much as we may wish it were the case, exercise is not a seasonal activity. This article has a slew of great recommendations on how to keep fit … [Read more...]

  While the lure of unhealthy fast food breakfast sandwich is strong, this rundown of healthy alternatives might help you resist the siren song of morning junk food. Eating tasty treats like kale, bacon and egg whole wheat sandwiches and super savory vegan sausage and mushroom melts will … [Read more...]

  A study surveying the dietary habits of over 15,000 people found that those who keep to a Mediterranean diet have a lower risk factor for developing depression. The reason being, a Mediterranean diet is usually built around the consumption of fish, nuts, fruit and vegetables, all of which … [Read more...]

  It’s common knowledge that vitamin D helps make our bones strong, our teeth healthy and are risk factors for contracting diseases like diabetes low. But did you know that vitamin D can help prevent metabolic syndrome? A newly published Canadian study found the incidences of metabolic … [Read more...]

  Any experienced runner will tell you the most difficult part of jogging every day is keeping your mind occupied. Luckily, this handy guide will give you 10 different ways to combat running boredom. While some of the suggestions are common sense solutions like exploring alternate running … [Read more...]

  One of the most difficult things about starting and maintaining a weight loss regimen is the early going. That’s because getting your body to adjust to regular exercise after a prolonged period of inactivity and training yourself to eat healthy following a long period spent overindulging … [Read more...]

  A new study conducted at Rutgers University found that, out of 380 older adults examined, those with dementia also had the lowest levels of vitamin D. While the study did not produce any findings regarding how vitamin D and dementia are linked, the correlation between the two is enough to … [Read more...]

  Do you want to take advantage of the many health benefits offered by vitamin C, but you aren’t crazy about citrus fruits? This revealing blog post about vitamin C notes that by daily volume percentage, papayas, bell peppers and broccoli are actually better sources of vitamin C than … [Read more...]

  We’ve all heard that being overly stressed can make you go gray years before your time. But does stress really turn your hair gray and if so is there anything you can do about it? This post takes a comprehensive look at both the facts and fiction surrounding why our hair turns gray and … [Read more...]

  A newly published study suggest that England could prevent or delay as many as 7,200 deaths over the course of five years by banning the use of trans fats in processed foods. As trans fats are commonly used to preserve popular snacks like potato chips and TV dinners, a total ban seems like … [Read more...]

  While asparagus and spinach are fantastic sources folic acid or vitamin B9, they aren’t the most exciting of foods. Luckily, tasty fare like sunflower seeds, peanut butter and granola bars are also packed with B9. Also, beans, which can be used in a variety of delicious dishes such as … [Read more...]

  While anyone who has ever eaten a slice of watermelon knows that it is delicious and refreshing, it also has a number of health benefits. Like tomatoes, watermelons are rich in antioxidants. The popular summer fruit is also a good source of citrulline, an amino acid that improves … [Read more...]

  To celebrate the publication’s 25 th anniversary, the editors of Men’s Health consulted with fitness experts across the world to make a list of 25 techniques that can be used burn fat and gain muscle mass. Some of the tips are pretty obvious, like “Get More Vitamin D,” but others, such as … [Read more...]

  Everybody knows that when you’re trying to lose weight, you should probably cut down on eating unhealthy foods like white bread, fried chicken, and cheese. But, less obviously fattening foods like creamy soups and sugar-rich fruit juices can also hamper your weight loss efforts. Check out … [Read more...]

  It’s long been established that a lack of vitamin D can lead to a slew of health problems. However, a new study has found a link between vitamin D deficiency and a higher risk factor of contracting multiple sclerosis. If future studies find further evidence linking a lack of vitamin D and … [Read more...]

  A new study has a found surprising new health benefit of consuming vitamin C. Apparently, taking vitamin C supplements on a daily basis can produce cardiovascular benefits that comparable to regular aerobic exercise in obese adults. While it’s probably not a good idea to cancel in your gym … [Read more...]

  While it’s easy to prepare healthy meals at home, it’s trickier to make healthy choices when dining at a restaurant. Thankfully, this article provides a useful guide on what you should order when eating out. For example, when going to a Mexican restaurant for dinner it’s a good idea to … [Read more...]

  We all have comfort foods that we love to indulge when we get a little stressed out. But, eating foods like dinner rolls and grilled cheese sandwiches when stressed can actually make you feel worse as they spike your blood sugar and can cause hormonal imbalance. Instead, eat some salmon or … [Read more...]

  If you’re like most people, the sudden onset of a backache will send you searching for an over the counter pain reliever. However, a recent study has found that ginger supplements can serve as an effective substitute natural pain killer because it’s such a good anti-inflammatory. Also, … [Read more...]

  We all know that the regular consumption of vitamins helps us stay healthy. However, a soon to commence Dutch study aims to take advantage of a less well known vitamin consumption benefit; aggression reduction. The reason this is happening is two previous studies found that prisons where … [Read more...]

Getting in better shape not only shrinks your waistline, unfortunately it can also shrink your wallet. Gym memberships and organic foods and protein powders can cost quite a bit of money. But it can be done...especially if you budget the right way. Take a look at today's article that will lead you … [Read more...]

No matter how old or young you may be, there are some common issues with losing weight that everyone will benefit from, as long as they follow a few simple steps. For one thing, did you know your body will have a hard time losing weight if you don't get enough rest? That's right, the body needs … [Read more...]

If you want to make headway on that diet of yours, you know what you need to do. That's right, you need to clean out that refrigerator today. It has to be purged of all the bad foods you may have purchased and gotten used to eating over time. Now it's time to replace them with some great, healthy … [Read more...]

Willpower. It's the one thing we need in huge supply and amount while we're on this journey of healthy living, lifestyle and exercise. A lot of it comes down to determination and dedication. So just as you build on your health and life, you can also build upon your willpower. Learn the secrets to … [Read more...]

Did you know that eating breakfast has great benefits for your body and mind. That's right, your mind as well. It's been proven that eating breakfast helps keep one alert and the mind active throughout the day. So not only will breakfast help your metabolism, it will also help your brain capacity! … [Read more...]

So it's been a while since you've hit that gym, and you want to get back in and on the right track. So what do you do? Well, for one thing you review these rules of gym etiquette and lifestyle. What will you find here? Great advice like don't waste everyone's time by filling up your huge jug of … [Read more...]

If you are sending your kids off to school and you're worried about them eating in a healthy manner, fret no more. Why? Because we have a great article for you on eating healthy with a student's budget. This will keep them on the slim and fit side, rather than gaining that dreaded freshman … [Read more...]

Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day. However, oftentimes people make the mistake of eating sugary snacks at breakfast time that do more to disrupt their healthy lifestyle. Find some alternatives here with great breakfast recipes, all of which are under 300 calories. Read the … [Read more...]

Love running? Ok, nobody really does. But it is a healthy past time that you may just want to take up to improve the quality of your life. However, if you find yourself truly struggling with it, we have a great article that may just help you improve overall on your experience of running. Read the … [Read more...]

We all know that there are certain types of food we should just avoid for the sake of our health. For example, fast food is a big no on any person's list of things to avoid. There are also some other, simple choices you can make to live a healthier lifestyle. Take for example swapping out your … [Read more...]

Did you know that you need fiber to maintain a healthy gut? Your stomach needs the fiber to move microbes from your system and maintain your health overall. Take a look at today's article which will not only teach you this, but also help you understand what foods you need to eat. Read the full … [Read more...]

Are you lacking fiber in your diet and wondering how you can get more? Well, take a look at these 16 foods that are high in fiber and absolutely healthy for you this day. They will help you get what you need and really assist your digestive system. Read the full article here: 16 most surprising … [Read more...]

Don't be too quick to toss that lemon peel in the trash. Did you know it can be one of the healthiest things for you to eat. Take a look at today's article which will lay out 10 reasons to eat that peel, including how it can help your metabolism today. Read the full article here: 10 healthy … [Read more...]

Is it necessary to stretch before and after a workout? If so, what is the proper way to do it to ensure that you'll be healthy and safe during your workout? Well, if these are questions you have, you'll want to take a look at today's article to see what you can do about it and keep safe. Read the … [Read more...]

If you are looking to get back into fitness and thinking about lifting weights at the gym, take a look at how to warm up your muscle groups the right and safe way. Lifting weights without properly warming up is not only painful, but also very dangerous for you. So avoid injury by prepping and … [Read more...]

Getting ourselves on that road to health can be a difficult journey. It takes a lot of work to get those old habits replaced with good ones. Sometimes we need a bit of inspiration to help us on that journey. If you fine yourself in this position, then take a look at today's article that may be just … [Read more...]

Depression can affect all of us, no matter what age or life circumstances we find ourselves in. Thus learning to deal with it may be one of the most important lessons you can ever learn. Take a look today at this article that will help you deal with and conquer your depression so it doesn't get the … [Read more...]

Ever get concerned about your child's general state of health and fitness? I bet you do. I bet it becomes an even bigger concern once they make that leap to leave the nest and make their way to college. Well, have no fear. If you want to send your children to a school that will surround them with … [Read more...]

Have a safe run with this dynamic warm up today. What are dynamic warm ups? Well, they are a way of warming up that gets your body limber and ready to move. With a dynamic warm up you will have less of a chance of pulling a muscle. Take a look and see how you can incorporate this into your … [Read more...]

Lemons and limes. A lot of times we think they are interchangeable citrus fruit that essentially accomplish the same thing. However, this is not necessarily the case. One of these is actually better for your health and your desire to lose weight and maintain that weight loss. Find out more in … [Read more...]

We all suffer from stress, and one thing that goes hand in hand with stress is eating. This is a typical way of dealing with stress, and it has led to a lot of unhealthy eating habits. What if there was a way to stop that stress eating once and for all? There just might be. Take a look at today's … [Read more...]

As you age, your body is not the only thing you need to be concerned about and keeping healthy. You need to also focus on the mind and actively engage it. What's one of the best ways to do that? Well, if you enjoy crossword puzzles or any other type of word based game, it will definitely help in the … [Read more...]

It seems that the one thing we are all in short supply of these days is time. This leads us to grab something quick to eat, because nobody has time to cook a healthy meal. Well, that's not exactly true. Take a look at these great healthy and quick meals you can cook up to avoid that drive thru. This … [Read more...]

We've all heard that saying before: Something (anything) can sometimes be too much of a good thing. Well, today we have a story for you and a bit of caution that falls into this category. Flossing your teeth is certainly healthy, but can it end up being too much of a good thing and cause future … [Read more...]

We've heard it before: Snacking is not good for you. Why? Because normally the snacks we consume consist of high sugar snacks that will only lead you to gain weight. Well, today we have a healthier snack in mind that will help both your body and your alertness. Take a look at these high protein … [Read more...]

Walking is good for you. There is no doubt about this. It is one of the best forms of exercise you can do for your body. It's low impact and will not cause as much stress to your body as running will. Take a look at today's article to see how much you should do to not only maintain that health, but … [Read more...]

Calcium is important for bone health and density. Yet, as we age our bodies may develop difficulties with digesting dairy products. So what can we do to continue receiving calcium? Well, today we have some welcome help for you in the form of recipes that will give you the much needed calcium, minus … [Read more...]

Is there a link between sugar (white sugar) consumption and Alzheimer's disease? Research says that there just might be. Take a look at today's article for one more confirmation on why we should eliminate white sugar all together from our diets. We know this to be true, yet we have such a hard time … [Read more...]

Movement is key to continued health. The more we move, the better off we are for it. The healthier we will be. However, few of us actually move in the healthiest of manners. This can lead to all sorts of problems in our joints and muscles. Listen to movement guru Kelly Starrett discuss movement and … [Read more...]

Coconut oil is one of the most beneficial and versatile things you can include in your diet. Yes, we know the great things it does for the hair and skin. But did you also know that coconut oil in your food will help you lose weight and become a healthier you? Learn about this and 9 other things … [Read more...]

We know that the types of foods we put into our bodies can have an adverse affect upon our health. Foods can cause us to gain weight, cause us to become tired and even cause us to think differently. That's right. Foods affect our brains as well. Find out what foods are bad for your brain in today's … [Read more...]

Consistency is the key to your health. This means taking your vitamins and supplements on a regular, consistent basis. It can also mean working out consistently, as well. Consistency is where we build mental fortitude for the road and life ahead. Learn more how consistency can make for a happier and … [Read more...]

Reaction time is something that is key to overall health in general. Think about it as our reflexes and how long it takes for them to spring into action. This goes for body and mind. A lot of times we are too quick to react in our minds and hearts, and this is not healthy for us. Learn more today … [Read more...]

Sometimes we are under the false impression that working out requires long sessions in the gym. However, this is not the case at all. In fact, much research shows that the shorter the workout is, the better it is for our bodies overall. So don't let the notion of working out for a long time be the … [Read more...]

If you are looking for a quick and inexpensive way of getting some stress relief, take a look at today's article. Often we think that what's needed is an expensive massage for our bodies to get rid of stress, when really we can do it ourselves with a bit of specific pressure points on the ear lobe. … [Read more...]

Living healthy and positive also means being prepared. Emergencies happen all of the time, and when they do we ought to be ready. Well, if there is an emergency do you have a plan for food and sustenance? These things are often overlooked, but they don't have to be with today's article that will … [Read more...]

Everyone deals with that mid-afternoon slump; some of us even on a daily basis. How do you deal with it? For many, that means grabbing that cup of joe and then, unfortunately, being kept up at night as the caffeine is still in you. What if there were better, healthier ways and less sleep depriving … [Read more...]

We are not professional athletes. However, we are very interested in our bodies and keeping them healthy and running. So one thing we can learn from these athletes is how they eat after a workout. This is important for us, for we want to learn how to keep our bodies running efficiently while build a … [Read more...]

If you love your white, simple carbohydrates like white rice, then you will certainly love today's article. What do we have for you? Simple substitutes you can make for white rice that are healthy and good for you. Simple carbs like white rice can spike your insulin, and are not necessarily good for … [Read more...]

Turning 40 can bring a whole set of issues along with it. With a changing metabolism and differing hormones as you age, your body reacts to things in a whole new, and unexpected manner. So what needs to be done as one ages? Well, for one thing you need to be careful of what you eat, for they will … [Read more...]

We've got a few more weeks of good summer living for us right now, and what better way to celebrate than to have some great grilling moments. When done correctly, grilling can be some of the most healthy food you can make for yourself. So here are some tips for seasoning properly, making sure you … [Read more...]