It’s easy to believe that if you maintain a balance diet rich in vegetable and lean proteins and low in complex carbohydrates and saturated fats, you’re getting all the essential nutrients that you need. However, for reasons completely out of your control that may not be the case. For … [Read more...]

A recent study conducted by the University of San Francisco made a discovery that may change the way we view cardiovascular and metabolic health. For a period of nine days, a group of 43 children had all added sugar removed from their diet. Blood tests revealed that the children’s cholesterol and … [Read more...]

  If you’re like most people, you probably have to wake up pretty early in the morning in order to get work on time. However if you are not by nature a morning person, getting up of the chickens on a daily basis may be something you’ve come to dread. If you are decidedly not a morning … [Read more...]

  Because unhealthy snacks and fast food are both widely available and inexpensive, it can sometime be difficult to maintain a balanced and nutritious diet. However, this Authority Nutrition post outlines a number of strategies you can use to resist temptation and keep your food costs under … [Read more...]

  It’s important to maintain a diet that is rich in essential nutrients because of the many serious problems that can result from vitamin deficiency. Not getting enough vitamins can leave you feeling fatigued, unable to concentrate, nauseous, cramped, lacking energy and emotionally … [Read more...]

  While gyms are great places to work out all year round, it’s not strictly necessary to go to one to keep yourself fit. There are number of strength building full body exercises that you can do without the aid of any gym equipment. A recent Fitness Republic piece outlines a number of these … [Read more...]

Because of the abundance of nutritious foods available in America, we don’t commonly think that vitamin deficiency is much of a problem here as it is in other less developed countries. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported that around 10% of the population is nutrient … [Read more...]

A new study has found a link between maintaining a diet that is high in fat with emotional disorders such as anxiety and depression. Published in the British Journal of Pharmacology, the study found that mice that have elevated blood sugar and excess body weight that were caused by a high fat diet … [Read more...]

Right now, stores across the country are packed with pumpkin flavored variations of all our favorite foods and specialty products that will only be available for a short time. In addition to pumpkin pie, it’s now easy to find pumpkin granola cereals, pumpkin soups, pumpkin bagels and pumpkin spice … [Read more...]

There are few things better than the endorphin rush that follows a vigorous workout. And there are few feelings worse than widespread muscle soreness and stiffness that follows the post-workout endorphin rush. The reason that soreness sets in is that after working out, your muscles get tensed up, … [Read more...]

A new study has found that antioxidant vitamins can help lower your risk factor of contracting chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The study, which examined more than 6,000 South Koreans over the course of two years, found that participants who maintained a diet that was heavy in vitamins C and E … [Read more...]

  For decades now, breakfast cereals have been an essential part of the American diet. But, since many of the most popular breakfast cereals are packed with sugar and refined grains, they aren't a particular nutritious way to start the day. As that information has become more widely known, … [Read more...]

  A recent post on the Mayo Clinic's website highlights one of the less discussed, but still hugely important reasons why you should work out regularly and maintain a healthy diet; being physically fit reduces your susceptibility to injury. When you have greater dexterity and sharper … [Read more...]

  No matter what industry you work in or what job title you have, it’s a good bet that your job causes you to feel a great deal of stress. In addition to the general anxiety we all feel about our jobs in the current economy, there are a host of other issues that could make your workday feel … [Read more...]

  It’s become common knowledge that sitting for extended periods of time can have negative effects on our health. Multiple studies have found a link between excessive sitting times and the development of obesity, hypertension and high cholesterol. People that maintain a sedentary lifestyle … [Read more...]

To maintain strong mental and physical health, you need a steady intake of the six essential nutrients. Being deficient in carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, fat, minerals and water can a majorly adverse effect on your health and can lead to the development of a variety of serious illnesses. … [Read more...]

  As the holidays are now fast approaching, many of us are worried about how we can get through them without packing on some pounds. Where’s it’s easy to maintain a healthy diet when you prepare your own food or go out to a restaurant, it’s a little more difficult healthy options at the … [Read more...]

  As this Mayo Clinic post points out, few things can bruise our egos like failing in public. When we experience big public failures, like forgetting a key piece of information during a work presentation or accidentally sending a personal email to several coworkers, it can take a real toll … [Read more...]

  Stress is bad for us for a number of reasons. It can raise our blood pressure, which can eventually lead to the development of ailments like hypertension. It can cause us to feel overly worried or sad, emotional states that, if they persist, can lead to the onset of serious anxiety … [Read more...]

  It’s common knowledge that if you want to keep your teeth healthy and strong, you should brush twice a day, floss often and use a nonabrasive mouthwash. The kinds of food we eat also have a significant impact on our dental health. For example, it’s well-known that the tannic acid in coffee … [Read more...]

  When trying to maintain healthy eating habits, you may find that lunch is the meal that is giving you the most difficulty. While you can ensure that you eat something packed with protein in the morning and something free of saturated fat and refined grain at dinnertime, it’s harder to be … [Read more...]

  A recently published study has produced surprising findings about the effect of a high-protein diet on a diabetic person’s blood sugar. Previously, it was believed that a diet that heavy in animal-based protein, e.g. meat and dairy, was not good for diabetics as it had a negative impact on … [Read more...]

  The Nutritional Fact labels that the US Food and Drug Administration mandates must appear on most all prepackaged foods are intended to give consumers clear information about of nutritional value of the food they appear on. The labels are there to supplying information about a prepackaged … [Read more...]

  If you’re like most Americans, you probably encounter a number of stressful situations every day. And while stress is an unavoidable part of life, it’s important that you develop strategies for dealing with stress that don’t negatively impact your health. For example, many people tend to … [Read more...]

  A recent Boston Globe article has shown a light on a problem affecting millions of families across the country; increasingly complicated homework assignments are causing parents and kids to be stressed out. As children grow older and progressed farther into the public education system, the … [Read more...]

  Are you coming home from work too tired to do just about anything? You may be grappling with the case of mental tiredness, the psychological fatigue that sets in when you don’t take time to manage your stress levels. While stress is an inevitable part of life, allowing yourself to become … [Read more...]

  If you follow the news regularly you probably heard a lot about collagen and its supposedly age defying effects. The idea is, by consuming lots of collagen you can improve your skin’s elasticity. As such, there’s been a lot of talk about how certain drinks or foods are suffused in collagen … [Read more...]

  As we age our bodies go through a number of changes. One of the more notable of which is our arteries hardened, which has the effect of raising our systolic blood pressure. Several studies have shown that people with higher blood pressure, or hypertension, have a much greater risk of … [Read more...]

  For those looking to keep their stress levels under control, the Indian iteration of the Tribune has a rundown of foods that can act as all-natural anxiety reducers. Although the article was written for an Indian audience, the items it lists are commonly available in the United States. … [Read more...]

  You probably heard it a million times when you were a little kid; if you want to have good eyesight, you need to eat a lot of carrots. The reasons your parents repeated that little piece of wisdom so many times is that carrots are rich in vitamin A. That particular nutrient has been proven … [Read more...]

  It’s common knowledge that a deficiency of iron can cause you to feel physically diminished, drained of energy and unusually irritable. And while a lack of iron is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world, fatigue can also be caused by a deficiency in certain vitamins. For … [Read more...]

  In our hyper-connected modern world, it’s fair to say that being off the clock doesn’t mean that you’re not still on call. The proliferation of email, social networking and collaborative project management software has made it harder than ever to truly disconnect from your job at the end … [Read more...]

  There’s a lot of talk going around about how bad carbohydrates are for you. But, the reality of the situation is a little more complicated than some might have you believe. When consumed in moderation, carbs found in whole grains, such as oats, quinoa and brown rice are good for you. These … [Read more...]

  Have you ever eaten a nominally portioned meal only to feeling bloated and tired afterward? That feeling is caused by the problems your digestive system is having breaking down certain foods. For example, eating baked beans, which are a great source of fiber and protein, may cause some … [Read more...]

One great way to maintain a healthy perspective on your fitness and weight loss goals is to step on the scale. Now, this may sound a bit counter intuitive from what you have heard from others. Many health advocates will tell you that a scale is not the best way to track progress. In that sense, they … [Read more...]

What's one of the biggest things people struggle with on the whole when it comes down to getting fit and living a healthy lifestyle? For some people, the answer may be consistency. For others, it might be the issue of starting in the first place. I bet one thing people don't think too much about, at … [Read more...]

Do you know the difference between organic and non-organic foods? Clearly the buzz these days is to eat everything organic. Such foods are free of hormones and steroids as well as pesticides. This can be very helpful for your own diet and overall health, and thus it may benefit you greatly to eat … [Read more...]

Looking to get more quality rest, but not sure how to get there? Well, we have some great help for you. Here are some tips for falling asleep faster and deeper so you will wake up more rested. What's the key? Well, it can be anything from deep breathing to stretching to simple meditation before you … [Read more...]

There is a lot of false information out there that ends up not being very helpful for our health. A lot of it revolves around food and our choices of things to eat. One that has been particularly problematic for many people is the idea that a calorie is a calorie, and as long as you stay within your … [Read more...]

Here's a healthy alternative to your typical cardio routine outside. Whether you're bored of hitting the trails or the treadmill at the gym, or perhaps the weather outside simply isn't good today...well, don't let anything like that keep you from getting a workout in. Here's a great cardio workout … [Read more...]

Want to have a guaranteed way to lose 10 lbs? I bet you do. One way of doing it is simple: cook at home. We live our lives so much in the fast food drive thru lane that we don't realize how much it's killing us. All of that saturated fat is completely and entirely unhealthy for us. It is clogging … [Read more...]

Thyroid problems are in fact very common in people as they age. Having an issue with a thyroid can definitely cause a lot of issues in your life, especially if it goes untreated. Perhaps one of the things that should be dealt with from the very beginning is the issue of recognizing a thyroid problem … [Read more...]

Staying fit and healthy is a lifestyle choice. Just as you choose to eat a well rounded meal or grab a fast food meal, working out is a choice that you make as well. However, one choice people do not necessarily have is the type of gym membership, if any, that they have. In addition, a person may … [Read more...]

Our health can and is directly impacted by our mindset. The mind is a powerful catalyst for health in our bodies, and it is for this reason that we must under the power of positive thinking when it comes to our business as well as our private life. The mind can impact not only stress levels, but … [Read more...]

A lot of what healthy living is really about is forming good, solid habits that will be conducive to an overall healthy lifestyle. Whether that means daily exercise, or taking your vitamins or simply getting up early in the morning with enough time time to make a healthy breakfast for yourself. What … [Read more...]

Depression. Nobody likes that word and nobody likes to talk about it. It's definitely a word that we in many ways fear, and do not want to deal. However, with so many people dealing with the issues of depression now, we need to spend some time talking about it and giving some guidance. Are there … [Read more...]

Sleeping is an essential part of our health. The better quality sleep we get, the better quality life we will live. When we sleep well, we will feel refreshed and we will have clarity of mind. This helps with our ability to make decisions and judgments, as well as our ability to properly and … [Read more...]

Health is not simply a physical thing. We know that our bodies are in fact very important and in need of nutrients, exercise and proper food. This is a given. But another thing our bodies need is peace of mind. We are a stressful people. We are concerned with all sorts of things. From whether people … [Read more...]

There seems to be a new pain in the neck these days. It's not taxes and it's not figuring out what is organic and not organic in the fresh produce section of the store. What is it? It's the tension you feel in between your shoulders and the side of your neck. It's that very tension which is causing … [Read more...]

Health is a great concern to us here...your health, in fact. What are we concerned about most? Well, to put it simply we are concerned about your health at work. We know from many studies that have been done that the majority of people are at a serious health risk from their jobs. What is that risk? … [Read more...]

Just as there are foods you can eat to release your stress and feel overall healthier and well, in both your body and mind, there are also other things you can do to remove that stress. One of the best ways that everybody knows about is a massage. However, massages can be quite expensive over time. … [Read more...]

The school lunch is probably something you don't quite fondly remember. It typically consisted of a very cardboard like substance that was passed off as a piece of pizza, and maybe a high fructose containing box of "juice." Such lunches were not well fortified in vitamins and nutrients, and thus are … [Read more...]

As we get older, one of the things we may have to deal with in life are issues with our teeth, jaws and even our digestion. Some foods, which are necessary for our health, can become difficult to digest. With our teeth, sensitivity to cold and other types of foods may become an issue. With the … [Read more...]

Part of healthy living is healthy thinking. Depression impacts many more lives than we are willing to admit. Depression can be onset by moves in location, career changes, and the like. So many things can set off a swing of depression and a period of sadness. What can we do about? Well, there are … [Read more...]

There are definitely some skin issues that you may want to keep an eye on and get checked out by a doctor. Letting these go untapped is never a good idea, and in fact can lead to even more serious issues. What are some of these issues we speak of? Well, for example...if you suffer from blemishes … [Read more...]

We have all heard of shin splints before. This is a common runner's injury that can be very debilitating. However, did you know that plenty of people who do walking also suffer from shin splints? Perhaps this is the feeling you have had in your own shins recently. It's that tenderness around the … [Read more...]

Losing weight and burning fat. At times it may seem like a simple endeavor. Yet, when you get in and start on it, it's anything but simple. You will notice right away that a lot of times the weight may not come off as easily as you would think. It seems like you are working on it day in and day out, … [Read more...]

A stroke can be debilitating and life transforming. Yet, there is no ample research being done that helps us to better understand what is happening in the brain during a stroke what long term effects it may have on an individual. Meet Jill Bolte, a brain researcher who herself suffered a stroke. … [Read more...]

Nobody wants to be vulnerable. We are afraid of opening ourselves up to others and letting them see us for who we are. However, such opening up and exposing ourselves to one another can be the happiest thing we do in all of life. How so? To be open and vulnerable with others means that we are … [Read more...]

We all do some things that are questionable when it comes to our diets and working on getting healthy. We may think initially that one of the most important things we can do is to stop eating as much. And you know what? We would be wrong. Not eating is not the answer to losing weight. In fact, it … [Read more...]

Cancer is not a word that anyone, at any age, really wants to hear. It certainly strikes a large amount of fear into our hearts. However, the more we are able to understand it, the more we are able to listen to our bodies, understand the various signs it is giving off to us, and get the help that we … [Read more...]

Healthy living is about having healthy relationships. There is no scientific research that needs to be shown in order for someone to understand the truth of this statement. However, one thing that may be missed in all of this is just how a healthy, loving relationship can be beneficial for both … [Read more...]

Dealing with fatigue is not just a matter of getting more rest. It's also a matter of diet, nutrition, exercise and vitamins. You see, fatigue is a combination of things impacting your system all at once. Where can you start? First place to start is by doing an overhaul of your nutrition system. … [Read more...]

We are a people on the go. Constantly. As a consequence of this, we end up depriving ourselves. We deprive ourselves of nutritious foods and substitute it for what is called fast food. This is a terrible choice. We also substitute work for sleep. We think that the more we sleep the more time we … [Read more...]

If you are like many people, perhaps one reason you want to live healthy and lose weight is to fit into your ideal outfit. Well, if that ideal outfit consists of the modern, contemporary trend of wearing skinny jeans...you might want to think twice. Why is that? Well, it seems that such jeans … [Read more...]

The natural remedy is always the best remedy. What if there were foods that naturally benefited us and helped our overall body...that would be great, wouldn't it? Well, after a lot of research it does seem as if there are added benefits to eating avocado that go beyond just the fact that they are … [Read more...]

Living a healthy lifestyle is not just about ourselves and eating the right foods and getting enough exercise. Getting in shape is also about leaving behind a healthy legacy to our children. One aspect of that legacy is teaching them properly to understand their bodies and how to treat them … [Read more...]

Stretching is one of the most important things we can do for our bodies to take care of ourselves. Yet, it's also one of the most common things we tend to skip during the day. We may think that stretching is only useful or necessary when we are about to workout. However, this is completely false. … [Read more...]

One of the great treats and cheats that we have in our modern day culinary world is the gourmet burger. There truly is something amazing for many people about a well crafted, gourmet burger. But as we age, our digestive tract may not like that meat all that much. Things slow down, and it our … [Read more...]

Living healthy means living fit. Now, how we define that can be different across many different ages and stages in life. Simply put, all we are saying is that you should desire to be healthy, watch what you eat and get appropriate exercise for your age. What that exercise is can vary, depending … [Read more...]

Clean air. It stimulates the brain, produces more red blood cells and improves the rate of muscle growth for the body. In fact, it is overall a happier environment for you to be in. So what can we do to get more clean air to us in this era of heavy pollution? Well, the simple answer is to have … [Read more...]

Who are we? That's a question that we ask a lot about ourselves. It seems to be more prevalent the older we get. And that's ok. There's nothing wrong with that. How we choose to answer the question, though...that's what we're talking about today. Healthy living is not only about what we eat or … [Read more...]

Oftentimes, when we scour the internet we come across post after post that will give you such and such roadmap to health and fitness. Some of them can be great, whereas other can be downright full of terrible advice. Today we have come across one that is on the great side. It has 8 things you … [Read more...]

Setting goals is an important part of life. From a young age, we begin to set goals. They often start as very small desires. My goal is to get up and walk across the room. As we get older, perhaps our goal revolves around kicking or hitting a ball, finishing an important assignment, or working … [Read more...]

Sleep is important to you. It is important for your metabolism to reset as well as your muscles to grow. When we sleep our bodies "recharge" themselves and grow. Another reason why sleep is important? It is vital to and for the brain's unique functions. This organ needs to rid itself of vital … [Read more...]

Getting and staying healthy is not simply a matter of exercising. In fact, more important to the overall process of losing good weight and building sustainable muscle is having a healthy diet. You'll find that nutrition is by far one of the most talked about things when it comes to having a … [Read more...]

As we age, one of the things we need to deal with more and more is the effect of sitting on our bodies. It's been many years, and the majority of it has been spent at a desk, in a cubicle, bent over a keyboard. This is certainly not healthy, and it has most likely led to a whole set of problems … [Read more...]

One of the biggest and most embarrassing societal faux pas is the issue of bad breath. Many people deal with it on a daily basis and it can be a nuisance. Now, one thing you may have noticed is that bad breath comes with food, and even without food. A lot of people deal with bad breath and other … [Read more...]

Gluten is a strange thing. We hear in the news that it's bad for some people, and that it's in everyone's best interest to lay off the gluten all together. Why is this the case? For some people, gluten can actually cause inflammation in the joints and pain moving around. Other people have even … [Read more...]

So who says eating right and building muscle is something only those young kids do in the gym? Whatever your age, it really doesn't matter, working out and staying fit is important. This is especially true if we do find ourselves a bit more, shall we say, seasoned. The more muscle mass and tone … [Read more...]

It's summertime and the kids are out of school. The sun is out and the beach is calling. Ok, maybe it's not the beach...but that lake side cabin and boating experience you have wanted for so long is now calling your name. So what do you do? You pack up the kids, you grab the dog and you jump in … [Read more...]

When we think about our diets, we typically think of it in regard to what we can and cannot eat. We think of diet in terms of restriction and weight lost. Now, this really isn't our fault. This is how the mainstream public uses the word. But when we use the word here we don't want you to think … [Read more...]

If you find yourself dealing with lower back pain on a regular basis, one thing is for sure...you are going to have a hard time staying fit and continuing to live a healthy life. Why? Because lower back pain is a problematic issue that truly becomes a distraction for us while we are on that road … [Read more...]

What's the secret to healthy living? Staying engaged. Staying engaged in your surroundings and in life itself. What's one of the easiest ways to stay engaged? Well, simply put...keep trying new things. As we try new things in life, on a regular basis, we are engaging our minds as well as our … [Read more...]

What are some of the benefits of exercise? Well, they not only help that circulation and blood flow, but they also build a healthier and stronger body. With more muscle to support your body and skeletal system, you have the makings of a lot of good reasons to exercise. Now, let us give you one … [Read more...]

Do you struggle with sore joints and what we commonly refer to as arthritis? Many people do, and one of the most common and persistent areas of struggle has to do with the hands. Now the hands can cover everything from wrist pain to finger soreness to joint inflammation. This is a common source … [Read more...]

Numerous studies have made a link between one's fitness and level of intelligence. Now, this may seem a bit against perceptions and our typical understanding of stereotypes, but it is true nevertheless. What accounts for this connection? Some believe that it is the benefit of increased blood flow … [Read more...]

What's the difference between good cholesterol and bad cholesterol? That's a question that comes up a lot in our lives, because we simply hear that cholesterol is bad for you overall However, there is a difference between LDL cholesterol and HDL. LDL is the bad cholesterol. It carries a waxy … [Read more...]

Strengthening your body begins with your posture. You may approach exercise first with walking and the amount of time you can spend on it; or you may try your hand with some light weight movements. However, the best place to start is by paying very careful attention to your posture and feet position … [Read more...]

One of the worst feelings for people is that belly bulge that comes along with either retaining too much water, one's menstrual cycle or simply eating too much food. How can one fight the belly bloat and get that bulge down to something manageable? The simple answer has to do with food intake. … [Read more...]

Cardio work, like walking, is some of the best exercise anyone can do. It doesn't matter what age a person may be, young or old, cardio is always good. Cardio helps to get that blood moving and the heart pumping in just the right way. But as we age, one thing we need to be careful is the stress … [Read more...]

As we age, one of the things we need to persistently and consistently deal with is the issue of bone strength. It is no secret that as time goes on, our bones become weaker as we lose such important things as calcium. With calcium deficiencies, we are faced the problem of keeping our skeletal … [Read more...]

Fruit salad is one of the best things you can prepare during the summer as a treat on the picnic table. It's a great way to get vibrant on the table as well as to get the kids away from bad, sugary snacks that will just spike their sugar levels and be bad for them. Fruits are also full of … [Read more...]

Diet soda, artificial sweeteners, iced tea...those that are artificially sweetened may in fact play a role in depression in people who take them in high doses. A recent study shows that there seems to be a link between such sweeteners and the issue of depression. How is this so? Well, such … [Read more...]

Easing into fitness and healthy living is one of the keys to making a lifelong change in your diet and body. As you consider eating better, taking supplements and vitamins to add to your healthy lifestyle, and exercising regularly...one thing will become clear: A lot of the muscles we are using now … [Read more...]

Does the food you eat on a regular basis have an impact on your thinking abilities throughout the day? Well, let's ask it a different way: Do you ever get that lethargic feeling soon after lunch, and by mid-afternoon you find yourself reaching for a coffee...a coffee you know will end up keeping … [Read more...]

Exercise at any age is difficult. It takes a large amount of self-discipline and motivation to get yourself going each and every single day. We know that it is the best thing for us, regardless of age, yet...we can have such a hard time with it. Yes, we may get up and out there once or four … [Read more...]

If you are experiencing tightness in the neck and shoulder area, one thing you might want to do is practice stretching every day. Stretching on a regular basis may help to not only relieve the pain, but also to keep you limber and flexible. There are so many things that can cause tightness in the … [Read more...]

One thing that we have seen time and again is that food can have a definite impact on hormone balance for numerous people. Learning how and what to eat on a regular basis is one great way to maintain health and balance in the body. One thing to be aware of is that certain foods contain within … [Read more...]

Fruit and produce are two of the best food sources for you and your body. They contain a vast amount of minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants that your body needs and loves. However, one thing that is not great about fruit and produce is that they can oftentimes be covered in horrible pesticides. … [Read more...]

Do you find it hard to start an exercise routine? A lot of people do. It can be very difficult to get into the swing of things, especially if it has been some time since we have actually been to the gym or anywhere else besides our office desk. However, we know that it is vitally important to … [Read more...]

If you find that you are prone to sitting around for longer periods of time at home, you may want to do a few simple things to get yourself moving. For one thing, set an alarm on your phone or household clock to remind you to get up is a great start to keeping yourself moving. And when you do get … [Read more...]

As we age, one of the things that we tend to lose in our bodies is calcium. Why is calcium important? Well, if you recall when we were younger we were always reminded to drink all of our milk. Why? Because our parents wanted us to grow up and have healthy, unbreakable bones. Well, we know those … [Read more...]

Inflammation in the joints is one of the most painful and persistent things to deal with at any age. Inflammation can be caused by certain types of foods that we eat as well as stress on the joints. When inflammation sets in, movement can be hampered for days if steps are not taken to alleviate … [Read more...]