Many people say that they are not a morning person and no matter what they do they just will never be a morning person. They are not wrong, either. At least according to some studies. It has been found that whether you are a morning person depends on your genes. Everyone has a different internal … [Read more...]

  Stress affects everyone and not in a good way. Stress can cause a number of health problems, such as weight gain and depression. There are many different ways to try and reduce the amount of stress you have. In today’s article is another way you can reduce the amount of stress you … [Read more...]

  Many people want to be fit and live a healthy life and to this they change the way they eat and start exercising. As well as those who actively try to be healthy, there are also those who wish to be healthy, but make up all sorts of excuses as to why they can’t. In today’s article is a … [Read more...]

  Being motivated is a big part of our life. Especially in work and fitness, how motivated we are can really decide the outcome of our work. In today’s article is an explanation on why staying motivated is important. First off, is what motivates us? There are many sources of motivation in … [Read more...]

  There are many ways we can help stay positive and motivated. We can get posters that motivate us or have other people we know to help keep us motivated and positive. Another way we can help stay positive is through positive self talk. In today’s article is a list of three benefits of … [Read more...]

  Many people think that habits are a bad thing, but in fact habits can actually be good for you such as getting in the habit of working out everyday. As hard as it can be to break a habit, it can be just as hard to get in the habit of doing something. In today’s article is two ways you can … [Read more...]

  Smoothies are a great tasting beverage that is good for cooling off in the summer. Even though smoothies taste great, they are actually good for you too. In today’s article is a list of five reasons why you should add smoothies into your everyday routine. The first reason is because you … [Read more...]

  While on vacation, people are prone to not doing any physical activity and tend to gain wait. There many things people can do in order to stay fit while on vacation, but it needs a bit of motivation to make sure you stay fit. In today’s article is a list of 5 vacation destinations that can … [Read more...]

  The neck seems to be the most tense area on the body and always in need for some massaging, but you may not have access to a someone who can give you a massage at any given moment. So, what is the next best thing to do? You can give yourself a massage instead. In today’s article is ways … [Read more...]

  Comfort food is absolutely one of the best types of food a person can eat. Although they taste absolutely amazing, they are also extremely unhealthy for you. Luckily, thanks to Greatist, you can now enjoy healthy alternatives for certain comfort foods. In the article is a list of 7 … [Read more...]

  For many people, they try to take the easiest way possible. Taking the path of least resistance may be easier, but it doesn’t make you any stronger. In order to become stronger we have to face the difficulties head on. For many people they try to push off the difficulties in life … [Read more...]

  For most people, there are many other things that we would rather do then go to gym and get in a workout. And to get out of a workout we make up any sort of excuse to not go. Whether it be that you have too much work to get done or you just don’t have enough time. The excuses are … [Read more...]

  One of the things we as humans do is eat. Eating is one of the greatest things in life. As well as being one of the greatest things in life, if not regulated eating can become one of the worst things in life. Often times while working or doing some kind of activity we tend to just … [Read more...]

  Getting a massage is a really good way to get rid of all the knots in your muscles as well as a great way to relax. You may not always have time to go to a massage parlor or have someone massage your back, so the next best choice is to give yourself a massage. Although you may not be … [Read more...]

  Yoga is a great form of exercise. It helps relieve whatever stress you have pent up and also stay in shape. In today’s video is a yoga workout designed to sculpt your body. The workout takes roughly 45 minutes and includes movements that mostly everyone should be able to do. The video … [Read more...]

  Cardio is a great form of exercise that improves your lung capacity and helps boost your metabolism. Most forms of cardiovascular training are very intense and can be harder to perform for those who have joint pains or cannot handle the amount of intensity. So, how else can someone get … [Read more...]

  Everyone wants to live a long and healthy life so that the can spend time with the ones they love. There are many different things people do to live long healthy lives such as exercising or yoga. In today’s article is a list of seven nutrition secrets to live a longer and healthier … [Read more...]

  As you know sitting is not the best thing for your body. A reason that sitting is not good for you is that you lose all the stability that your body would normally have if you were standing. When you are standing your body is stabilizing in three areas of your body, in the glutes, legs, … [Read more...]

  In life we will encounter many different kinds of people. There are people who are very friendly and wish to get to know better and then there are those who upset us and we just want to punch them in the face. If you encounter someone who upsets you, I urge you to please refrain from … [Read more...]

  Anxiety is a very big problem in today’s society. With all the things that go on in the world it can be really hard to escape from all the stress of everyday life. To help you escape all the stress is today’s video with a breathing exercise. The breathing pattern is to exhale twice the … [Read more...]

  When it comes to being healthy and being productive things can either go really well or really bad. Today’s article from Zen Habits is all about how you can become really healthy and productive or become the complete opposite. For things to go bad, it does not take much. It can lead … [Read more...]

  There are many different ways to approaching losing weight, but not all of them may work for you. Since there are so many, it can be hard to choose the one that works for you. In today’s article from Huffington Post, is a very helpful way you can approach your weight loss plan. The main … [Read more...]

  Taking back control of your health is a very wise decision to make. All though it may be wise, it is not an easy decision to perform. Here to help you take back your health is today’s article with six ways you can take back your health. First, be sure to know your reason for wanting to … [Read more...]

  As you may know sitting is not good for you at all. In fact, sitting is actually one of the leading causes of death in the world. If you are not convinced that sitting is killing you, then take a look at today’s infographic. The infographic is filled with all the possible problems that … [Read more...]

  Depression affects many people in the world and it is a very serious problem. In today’s article, it explains how vitamin d may actually boost the effects of antidepressants thus making them more effective. With this new knowledge we can help decrease the amount of depression in the … [Read more...]

  Stress affects everyone on a regular basis. Stress can from many different sources throughout life. From deadlines at work, keeping up with the bills, managing relationships, as well as social media, life is just full of stress. The stress really affects our bodies as well, such as … [Read more...]

  In recent times there have been labels on foods saying that no antibiotics were used. Many people think that food raised with antibiotics are a bad thing and can be a danger to our health, but there are a few experts who claim that antibiotics are not all that dangerous to one’s health. … [Read more...]

  Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world. Why is coffee consumed so much? Well, not only does it have a unique taste, but coffee also contains caffeine which gives us energy to get through the day. Along with the energy caffeine gives us, caffeine also has many other … [Read more...]

  There are many foods out there that are both delicious and beneficial to your health. In today’s article from Fitness Republic, we will be talking about five delicious foods that are also beneficial to your health. The first food is yogurt, which has good bacteria in it to help with … [Read more...]

  There are many myths about sleep that you may have heard of, such as getting seven to eight hours worth of sleep or that power naps will make you feel energized. These are only a few of the many that you may have heard of, but how many are true? In today’s article, you will find out about … [Read more...]

  Stress affects everyone and it can really bring people down, but in today’s video, Kelly McGonigal can tell you how you can have stress be your “friend.” She says that people do not die from the stress itself, but actually from the belief that stress is bad for you. So, rather than having … [Read more...]

  Sleep deprivation is a problem in everyone. From teens to adults, a vast amount of people suffer from sleep deprivation and it can be very harmful to one’s health. Today’s infographic will tell you all about sleep deprivation and how you can get better sleep. For example, not getting … [Read more...]

  In the modern world there are multiple ways to go about doing something. In today’s case, it is the multiple ways of getting the proper nutrients and vitamins you need. You can eat enough food to make sure you are getting the proper amount of nutrients or you can take supplements. Although … [Read more...]

  Sleep is one of the greatest things on earth. Sleep not only feels great, but it gives us the energy we need to get through the day. Although sleep is amazing, it can be hard for people to actually fall asleep quickly. To help with that is today’s infographic with a list of various ways to … [Read more...]

  There are many different opinions in the world and one of them being the difference between liberals and conservatives. With all the different ideas that each of them believe it can lead to a bit of tension or conflict. As we all know, it would be great to avoid any sort of conflict. This … [Read more...]

  As you may know, it is not a good idea to skip breakfast because it is often linked with gaining weight. Well, according to today’s article from Mark’s Daily Apple, it is okay to skip breakfast without gaining weight (for some people). Many people think many negative things about skipping … [Read more...]

  Stress is something everyone has to deal with. Stress does not just affect the person, but it also affects their surroundings as well such as productivity. Stress affects productivity in not a good way. In the infographic below is a list of all the details and correlations between stress … [Read more...]

Diabetes is a problem in many people of the world. Those that have diabetes can do multiple things to help control the effects of diabetes. The article for today has a list of things you can do to help control diabetes. One of the things a diabetic should do, is to keep the blood pressure levels … [Read more...]

  As you may know already, sitting is not the best thing for your health. You may also know that standing is much better for you opposed to sitting, but do you know the differences between the two? If you don’t, then it’s a good thing you are reading this. Today’s infographic includes a side … [Read more...]

  One of the habits many people have is procrastinating. Procrastination is not the best habit to have, but for some people, they just can’t help themselves. In today’s video, procrastinator Tim Urban explains the thinking behind the procrastinators that people don’t understand. In the … [Read more...]

  Stress is a very big problem in the workplace. With all the deadlines and amount of work needing to be done, the amount of stress that results is not good for one's health. In today’s infographic, learn about stress in the workplace, what causes it, and how you can reduce the amount of … [Read more...]

  There are many different weight loss tips that you may hear about or read. There are so many of them that trying to find out which ones really work can be hard. In today’s article, from Authority Nutrition, they will help you determine which ones don’t work. In the article they have a list … [Read more...]

Stress is a very big problem in everyone from teenagers to adults, everyone is prone to stress and it isn’t healthy. In today’s infographic is a lot of information on stress as well as multiple ways to overcome stress. The ways to overcome stress include how we dress, eat, what activities we do, as … [Read more...]

  For many people, life is very busy and many things can come at you. Whether it be job issues, family issues, or issues with your health, life is a very crazy ride. In the video below, Mileha Soneji, talks about how she was able to help her uncle who suffers from Parkinson’s through simple … [Read more...]

  Diabetes is becoming more and more of a problem. With more and more people getting diabetes, there is a chance that you may know someone with diabetes. If so, here are 10 tips for blood sugar that control from Ppcorn. These tips are all easy to do which means anyone can do them. For the … [Read more...]

  As you may know sitting down is actually very bad for your health. If you don’t believe me, then maybe today’s infographic from Juststand.org will change your mind. According to the infographic the average person is 94% more likely to die from too much time spent sitting. Why is that … [Read more...]

  Coffee is consumed by many people all over the world. Often times, coffee is brewed and then served in a cup, but when one is short on time, they may just grab a pack of instant coffee instead. Instant coffee tastes fairly similar to regular coffee, but does it have the same health … [Read more...]

There are many different vitamins out there that are very important for our body. One of those vitamins being vitamin D. Why is vitamin D so important? Vitamin D is what keeps your bones healthy and also help your cells. Although vitamin D is good for you, having too much or too little can lead to … [Read more...]

  As we all know, mixing medications is a really, really, really, bad idea. We may know not to do this but, sometimes it cannot be helped because some people have multiple problems. So, what are supposed to do? Well, some kinds of medications are able to be mixed without harm. According to … [Read more...]

  There are often times when we go on trips, whether it be for work or just taking a vacation, but what seems to be a problem is staying in shape while traveling. In today’s article by Huffington Post, they have 6 great tips for staying in shape while traveling. First, do a lot of walking … [Read more...]

  Stress is a major problem for a lot of people. Stress can lead to many different problems with your body and really hurt you. In today’s infographic, is a list of five effective ways to reduce stress. This list is very simple and anyone can do any of the things mentioned on the list. The … [Read more...]

  Juicing is a very unique way of getting nutrients from fruits and vegetables. Rather than eating the food solid, juicing requires people to extract the juices from the food and then drinking the nutrient filled juice. Some people say it is a better way to get nutrients, while other people … [Read more...]

      Conversation is a very important part of life. As time has gone on, our conversations have become more less about listening to the other person and more about defending what you think is right and not want to compromise. Conversations need a balance of listening and … [Read more...]

  As an adult or student, getting enough sleep can be difficult because of work or school. Although it may be hard to get enough sleep, it is extremely important to get as much sleep as you can. Being deprived of sleep can lead to many problems that can occur in your body. In the infographic … [Read more...]

  Nutrition is extremely important in your everyday life. There are many different ideas about nutrition and what your body really needs. Sometimes the things we read can be confusing. In today’s infographic, we have a simplified take on nutrition. In short, the things you should eat … [Read more...]

Stress is a very serious issue in everyday life. Stress can lead to depression, lowering your immune system, as well as many other problems. To properly defend against stress, you must know all there is to stress. Thankfully, the infographic below can help with that. The infographic has all sorts of … [Read more...]

  There is a saying that many people say. This phrase being, “Face your own fears.” In this video, Shonda Rhimes tried out an experiment to say “yes” to everything. Whether it be public speaking to simply saying yes to play with your child. For Shonda, what really helped her was saying … [Read more...]

  Rice is a staple in many cultures and is consumed by many people, but it often has a bad reputation for the amount of carbs. Luckily, there is brown rice that we can eat, but is there really a difference between the two? According to the article below, brown rice has 43 more calories, 7 … [Read more...]

  As you may already know, smoking is not all that great for you. It is made of a bunch of harmful chemicals and can cause a number of bodily problems. In fact, people with diabetes that also smoke are at a higher risk of disease and damage to their body. These problems include, but are not … [Read more...]

      Motivation is one of the greatest things for a person. Motivation is what keeps us as humans going, and to strive for greatness. Without motivation, people would work much slower and not work as hard. With motivation, we have better, faster, and more efficient workers. … [Read more...]

Flexibility is very important for your body, but not everyone can touch their toes or do the splits. In today’s video, PsycheTruth, has a ten minute, full body stretching exercise that you can do to become more flexible. The work out can be done by anyone and it is highly encouraged that people take … [Read more...]

Fruits and vegetables are the healthiest foods that you can eat. They are high in nutrients that your body needs on a regular bases. As you may have seen at the super markets, there are two types of produce: frozen and fresh. Is there a difference between the two? Well, in today’s article we have … [Read more...]

Traveling can be really hard on your body. With all the sitting that is involved your body can become very stiff as well as sore. How come your body gets so sore? Well, when you are sitting your legs become in active and the muscles in your lower body become shortened. When your muscles are in this … [Read more...]

Yoga is great for many things, such as relieving stress, becoming more flexible, and staying in shape. Yoga is also great for boosting your metabolism. Doing the yoga regiment in the video below will boost your metabolism so that you stay fit and healthy. The yoga exercises are fairly simple and … [Read more...]

Sitting is one of the greatest dangers in the modern world. Sitting leads to many bodily problems such as back pain and hip pain, but there are certain things we do in life where we have no choice but to be sitting. So, what can we do? We can eliminate as much optional sitting as possible. Instead … [Read more...]

  According to recent studies, the average life expectancy has increased by thirty years compared to our grandparents and great grandparents. Most people think that the life cycle is like an arch, peaking at middle age and then declining as we get older. In Jane Fonda’s view, she sees life … [Read more...]

  We spend a lot of time sitting, especially at work. As you may have heard, the act of sitting is actually quite bad for your health and with the added effect of not having many chances to get up while working affect your health even more. In today’s article we have an infographic with … [Read more...]

  Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages by adults. As we know coffee is what keeps us awake and it’s what we need to keep us going, but is coffee really good for you? According to the video below coffee coffee can actually improve your memory, lower your chances of skin cancer, … [Read more...]

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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

  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...]

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...]

  There are a number of difficult situations that you can find yourself in that will challenge your commitment to a healthy diet. For instance, it can be incredibly difficult to stick to a healthy diet when traveling. While on the go, you won’t have the luxury of being able to limit your … [Read more...]

  If you’re like most Americans, the most significant stressor in your life is probably your job. If a long and frantic commute doesn’t spike your anxiety level, being faced with a major crisis as soon as you step foot into your workplace certainly will. Even if you’re lucky enough to be … [Read more...]

  One of the most difficult parts of losing weight is to significantly cut down on your intake of refined sugars. The reason it is such a roadblock on the path to improved health is multifaceted: not only are many different kinds of junk food designed to tickle the pleasure centers of your … [Read more...]

  At this point, the physical effects of chronic stress have been well documented. Persistent stress has the effect of triggering the body’s fight or flight response, something that should only happen when a person is in a life or death situation. When that response is triggered by everyday … [Read more...]

As we age, it becomes frustratingly easy to do things that will cause us to feel aches and pains. Whereas doing things like participating in a friendly game of flag football or spending the day doing yard work left us feeling tired in our yonger years, they can now leave us with inflamed joints, … [Read more...]

  When professional athletes and bodybuilders gear up for competition, they include a variety of supplements into their daily intake to maximize their performance. If you’ve decided to get yourself fit in 2016, you might want to consider following their example. What we eat has a huge impact … [Read more...]

  When adopting a new diet to lose weight, food choice is everything. It’s not just cutting out foods that are rich in sugar and high empty in calories, it’s also about eating foods that will leave you satisfied after a meal. One of the reasons obesity has become such an epidemic in America … [Read more...]

  If you’re like millions of other Americans, you probably feel a profound urge to eat something incredibly unhealthy when under a great amount of stress. That powerful compulsion is both physical and psychological in nature. Because many of us have strong positive associations with sugary … [Read more...]

In order to lose weight, a person needs to maintain a diet that is heavy on foods that are nutritious and filling an extremely light in food that are full of empty calories and have little to no nutritional value. While maintaining such a diet is simple in theory, it’s considered more difficult in … [Read more...]

  For many of us, indulging in less than healthy comfort foods like macaroni and cheese, fried chicken and chocolate chip cookies is a quick way to relieve the stress we encounter in our personal and professional lives. However, the calming effect of chowing down on fat and carbohydrate rich … [Read more...]

  If your healthy living efforts got a little, or a lot, off-track over the holidays, this Fitness Republic piece features several different recipes for foods and drinks you can consume to detoxify and replenish your system. For instance, starting your morning off with a glass of warm water … [Read more...]

  As there are more than 160 million Americans who are either obese or overweight, it’s fair to say that there are many of us out there looking to find ways to lose weight. While there are no shortcuts to meaningful and lasting weight loss, there are certain techniques you can use to reduce … [Read more...]

  One of the  most important aspects of maintaining a healthy lifestyle is properly managing stress. With your stress under control, your body will be able to metabolize fat easier, your risk factor for contracting a range of debilitating illnesses will be lower and you'll have a more … [Read more...]

With 2015 now concluded, people all over the country are taking stock of their lives and considering what changes they can make to improve their overall quality of life. For a significant portion of the population, that means taking steps to lose weight. While it’s become common knowledge that … [Read more...]

  With the start of a new year, millions of people across the country are resolving to lead healthier lives in 2016. One of the most effective ways to improve both your mental and physical health is to reduce the amount of stress in your life. While it’s impossible to avoid everyday … [Read more...]

  We all know that vitamin deficiency can have a significant negative impact on our mental and physical health. If you become deficient in vitamin D, you can expect the persistent feeling of fatigue and joint and muscle pain. If you don’t consume regular amounts of vitamin C, you begin to … [Read more...]

  A new study has found that stress robs adults of around 64 nights of sleep per year. Since that chronic sleeplessness can increase your risk factor for contracting devastating illnesses such as heart disease, obesity, hypertension, type II diabetes and cancer, we should all take steps to … [Read more...]

  Recovering from the heightened stress levels and dietary indulgences of the holiday season isn’t always easy, but this guide offers a number of helpful tips on how to get back to normal in the New Year. For example, if you find that your energy levels and stamina are sagging, it probably … [Read more...]

With the economy in flux, the holiday season only now concluding and all good TV shows off the air until February, it’s very easy to find yourself being stressed out right now. However, not treating your stress can negatively impact your job performance, ruin your sleep cycle and leave you feeling … [Read more...]

  Over the last few years, carbohydrates have become something of a national bogeyman. Diets advocating either minimal carb consumption or no carb consumption at all have become increasingly popular, as have the number of products touting themselves as being carb free. While it’s true that … [Read more...]

  If you’ve considered adopting a vegan or vegetarian diet, but were concerned that you wouldn’t be able to get enough protein, this post will answer a lot of your questions. It takes an in-depth look at the many different kinds of plants you can eat to meet your daily protein intake … [Read more...]

  It’s common knowledge that maintaining a poor diet can lead to the contraction of disorders like diabetes obesity and hypertension, but a new study also found that it can negatively impact a person’s ability to recover from injury. The study found that mice that were fed a diet of … [Read more...]

A report published in Alzheimer’s Disease and Associated Disorders found that adults who struggle with chronic stress have a much greater likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life than those that do not. The reason being, one of the symptoms of chronic stress is the impairment of … [Read more...]

  Whether you want to lose weight, increase your muscle mass or just increase your overall quality of life, you’ll have to find a way to manage the stress you feel in a day-to-day basis. You can hit the gym five nights a week, but you won’t get the weight loss results you want if your body … [Read more...]

  As omega-3 fatty acids can have the effect of improving eye health, reducing anxiety, decreasing joint and muscle inflammation and lowering a person’s risk factor for contracting certain neurological diseases, they should be part of any healthy diet. However, since the most plentiful … [Read more...]

  As cold and flu season has now begun, it’s important to do all you can to make sure your immune system is optimized. One way to make sure your immune system can be effective in fighting off cold and flu viruses is to not put your body under any undue strain. You can do this by getting … [Read more...]

If you’re looking for a way to make your hair longer, healthier and more lustrous, you might want to try taking a multivitamin supplement. As opposed to all the expenses shampoos and conditioners that promised the same results, taking a multivitamin will actually address the problem at source. Being … [Read more...]

  Traditional wisdom holds that to lose weight, lower blood sugar and blood pressure you need to take on a diet that allows for little to no carbohydrates. However, some researc have indicated that a diet that is high in carbohydrates but incredibly low in fat can lead to weight loss, … [Read more...]

  If you’re struggling to lose significant amounts of weight, diet and exercise are in cut it. You have to make genuine commitment to changing your way of life and that includes making an honest assessment of how you became overweight in the first place. A number of studies have found that … [Read more...]

As wintertime approaches, so too does the beginning of cold and flu season. It’s not that there are more cold and flu viruses in the air in the winter, it’s just that they spread more easily because people tend to spend more time together indoors. Even if you’re a huge proponent of hand sanitizer … [Read more...]

  Whether you’re trying to lose weight, reduce the visible signs of aging or to fight the onset of hypertension or diabetes, it’s imperative to have a healthy diet. In addition to enforcing strict portion control, it’s also important to eat foods that are filling and flavorful. The fact of … [Read more...]

  As winter grows closer, people around the country are considering the different ways they can burn off the extra few pounds they picked up during the holidays. One excellent way of doing that is to take up running. Not only is it an inexpensive way to give your cardiovascular system a … [Read more...]

  A recent survey found that two thirds of the American populace use some form of social media. The positives of this development is that people who don’t live close to one another can maintain strong connections by communicating through such platforms as Skype and Facebook. Additionally, … [Read more...]

  While it typically doesn’t receive as much media attention as vitamin C or D, vitamin E plays an essential role in keeping us physically fit and mentally sound. Vitamin E aids in cellular regeneration, hair growth, eye health, stress reduction, muscle development, fertility, immune … [Read more...]

In recent years, low carbohydrate diets have become increasingly popular. Conversely, low-carb diets have also been criticized for prompting people to deprive themselves of certain essential nutrients that are commonly provided by carbohydrate heavy foods. This Authority Nutrition post takes an … [Read more...]

  It’s easy to get stressed out during the holidays. There’s the mad dash to wrap up everything at work before the holiday break. There’s the need to get all your last-minute shopping done before everything on your gift buying list get sold out. Then there’s the issue of finding tables full … [Read more...]

  As wintertime draws closer it’s important to adjust your vitamin to perfect intake to protect yourself against illness and vitamin deficiency. While lower temperatures play no direct role in the spread of influenza and rhinovirus infections, the fact that people tend to spend more time … [Read more...]

  Just as our parents always told us, breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. However, it can be difficult to create a breakfast that will sustain you for the early part of the day without clogging up your arteries with prepackaged meats that are full of fat and sodium. On … [Read more...]

In an era when it’s impossible to truly escape the work inbox, it’s a good idea to have a plan when you go to the gym. Ideally, you should be able to get a balanced and productive full body workout in about an hour. However, if you don’t plan ahead and factor for things like a rush-hour crowd taking … [Read more...]

  It’s common knowledge that getting regular exercise is hugely important to preventing against illnesses like heart disease, hypertension and obesity. However, a new study has found that maintaining workout regimen can also lower your risk factor of contracting age-related diseases that are … [Read more...]

  If you’re most common answer to the question “How are you?” is “Busy,” you’re probably under a great deal of stress. The fact of the matter is the economy is in a strong as it used to be and there’s added pressure on workers in virtually every industry to succeed or face the uncertainty of … [Read more...]

  Despite efforts to stem the tide, The National Health and Nutrition Survey Found that obesity rates in America have only increased in recent years. Currently, around 38 percent of the American populace are morbidly obese, a 3 percent rise from the national obesity rate in 2012. The reason … [Read more...]

Recently, there has been a lot of talk online and in the media about super foods, typically fruits or vegetables that have heretofore unknown health benefits. In most cases, the term is used simply as a marketing tool to get consumers to buy one kind of smoothie or juice instead of another. In … [Read more...]

  At this point, it’s pretty much goes without saying that not getting enough sleep can be hugely detrimental to your health. Regular restful sleep is essential to your body’s immune function, your ability to handle stress appropriately and your higher cognitive functions. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]

  This Mayo Clinic post points out a fact that many working adults may be reticent to admit. If you don’t take time out to allow yourself to relax and making sure your body is getting everything it needs to function optimally, you’ll inevitably pay for it. The article mentions a recent study … [Read more...]

  It’s pretty much inarguable that the rise of wireless mobile devices have had a positive impact on modern life. As long as you’re in a solid coverage area, it’s extremely difficult to get lost if you have a smart phone in your pocket. Previously mind-numbing tasks like waiting in line to … [Read more...]

  If you’ve been afflicted by chronic headaches recently, it may be because you’re not getting enough vitamin D. During the spring and summer, we absorb a lot of vitamin D from the sun’s rays, but in the winter and fall, cloudy skies prevent us from getting our nutrient infusion. Since … [Read more...]

If you’re truly committed to living a more active lifestyle, you need to make sure that you’re not doing things that are unintentionally sabotaging your efforts. It’s easy to make resolutions to get into shape, but it takes some real resolve to head out to the gym or go jogging every day. And you do … [Read more...]

  When moving from an anything goes diet to one that places restrictions on your intake of saturated fats, refined grains and excess sugars it can be challenging to find foods that will fill you up. For example, a bowl of protein rich and amino acid packed quinoa will likely prove to be more … [Read more...]

  If you want to stay healthy, you need to take steps to ensure that both your body and minor in optimal condition. One of the most important aspects of mind and body maintenance is ensuring that your stress level is under control. Its long been established that being under stress for an … [Read more...]

  This Bustle article reveals an interesting fact about stress; according to one study, 75% of people seek out sugary snacks when stressed. There are a couple of different reasons why this happens. For one thing, as snacks that are packed with sugar tend to smell and taste great, our bodies … [Read more...]