Researchers found that people who spend between 2 to 5 hours watching streaming video consecutively are more likely to experience anxiety, stress and depression than those that do not. While some to see a lot of fun to catch up on the latest hot to be show, breaking up the binge watching … [Read more...]
11 Delicious and Healthy Probiotic Foods
When designing a healthy meal plan for yourself, it’s important to include a few probiotic foods to promote good digestive health, cardiovascular function and hormonal balance. This Authority Nutrition post has a rundown of excellent healthy probiotic foods including, protein packed yogurt … [Read more...]
The Seven Questions That Will Help You Beat Stress
Since it’s pretty much impossible to live life without stress, the trick is finding ways to cope with the everyday aggravations that put us on edge. This Forbes article poses seven different questions you can ask yourself when you’re dealing with an extremely stressful situation and how … [Read more...]
Worried about Wrinkles? Try a Facial Massage and Vitamin E Treatment
If you’re worried that your face is starting to look a little weathered, skip the expensive lotions and give an all-natural treatment a try. By spending a few minutes a day massaging the skin on your face and adding a vitamin E supplement to your diet, you can reduce the appearance of fine … [Read more...]
How to Prevent Against Tech Neck
One Dallas doctor has said that around 50 percent have contracted tech neck, the strain on the neck and back that comes from spending too much time holding the head in an unnatural angle to look at a smart phone. To make sure you don’t end up becoming a technic sufferer, limit the time you … [Read more...]
How to Get through the Holidays without All the Stress
If you’re someone whose stress levels tend to skyrocket in the holiday season, this article might prove to be very helpful. It outlines a number of different techniques you can use, such as upping the amount of exercise you get every day, which can help you take the stress out of the most … [Read more...]
Researchers Find Link between Soda Consumption, Increased Heart Disease Risk
A newly published Swedish study offers yet another reason why people should restrict their intake of soda. Over the course of 12 years, researchers found that Swedish men who drank as few as two cans of artificially sweetened soda a day had a 23% higher risk of contracting heart disease … [Read more...]
The Importance of a Balanced Post – Workout Meal
After a long and grueling workout, you may feel the need to indulge in some decidedly unhealthy snacks as a reward. However, it’s important to note that a slice of greasy pizza or a box of donuts will not have the same rejuvenating and muscle building effects as the healthy post-workout … [Read more...]
Exercise Do’s and Don’ts
Getting regular exercise is incredibly important, but it’s equally important to know how perform to certain exercises properly as to not seriously injure yourself. If you’re unsure about the quality of your push-up form or if you want to know how to walk a little more efficiently, this … [Read more...]
How Vitamin Supplements Affect the Human Body
Before adding a vitamin supplement to your daily intake, it’s a good idea to understand what effects certain supplements will have on your body. This New York Post article helpfully explains exactly how taking certain dosages of vitamin C, magnesium and vitamin D will do to your physical … [Read more...]
Recipes That’ll Make Your Seafood Dinners a Little More Exciting
Seafood can act as an excellent source of lean protein, but you need to make sure that you change your methods of preparation to avoid becoming bored and falling back into unhealthy eating habits. To make sure you don’t backslide, take a look at these seven recipes for cod, scallops and … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Work Stress Undermine Your Health
If you’re one of the one in four workers who is burdened with significant job-related stress, you should make some serious lifestyle changes as soon as possible. Doing things as simple as taking the stairs instead of an elevator and adding some vitamin supplements to your daily intake have … [Read more...]
Tips and Tricks for Making Your Healthy Diet Sustainable
Maintaining a healthy diet is all about setting yourself up to succeed. As an example, if you feel a powerful urge to visit a vending machine in the afternoon, set out a bowl of fruit right next to your car keys so you’ll remember to grab a nice potassium rich banana to snack on later. … [Read more...]
An Extensive Guide on How to Get to Sleep
Getting at least 7 to 8 hours as of sleep a night plays a big role in keeping your immune system strong, your biochemistry and balance and your mental acuity sharp. If you find yourself losing the battle to get enough sleep on a regular basis, this post has 27 different suggestions on how … [Read more...]
If You’re on a Diet, Eggs Are Your Best Friend
If you’re trying to lose a few extra pounds, you might want to add some eggs to your diet. As this article reveals, eggs are very nutritious, relatively inexpensive and they filled with protein and essential nutrients. Plus, they are incredibly versatile and can be used in a wide range of … [Read more...]
Study Finds Link between Vitamin D Deficiency
A new study has found that some people who are afflicted by rheumatoid arthritis can experience a reduction in the severity of their symptoms by taking vitamin supplements. Conducted over the course of three months, the study found that RA sufferers who were also deficient in vitamin D had … [Read more...]
How Vitamins Can Help You Win the Battle against Stress
If the incessant barrage of work emails and social media updates is making you feel more than a little anxious, give this half Moon Bay article on stress a look. As it helpfully points out, doing something as simple as adding of vitamin C or omega-3 supplement to your diet can go a long … [Read more...]
Recipes for Squash Based Foods That are Healthy and Tasty
Every time fall rolls around, a number of pumpkin treats start appearing on store shelves across the country. However, many these foods contain only pumpkin flavoring and lack the nutrients present in the real squash. Here a few squash recipes that are delicious and packed with vitamins C, … [Read more...]
Study Finds That Stressful Jobs Can Lower Life Expectancy
A surprising new study found that blue and white collar workers who hold down particularly stressful jobs have an increased mortality rate of 5 to 20%. Since workplace stress has been found to have such a significant impact on one’s life expectancy, maintaining a nutritious diet and … [Read more...]
The Truth About Omega-3 Fatty Acids
There’s been a lot of talk in the media about the health benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids, but it’s rare to see any reports that explain exactly why it’s so good for your health. This article takes an in depth look at what Omega-3 fatty acids are, what it does to the human body and the … [Read more...]
Fast Food Chains Make Menus Healthier
While fast food restaurants are notorious for dealing almost exclusively in unhealthy foods, it is worth noting that a few large chains have made efforts to make their offerings more nutritious. This post examines these changes in detail and explains why big name fast food companies have … [Read more...]
Researchers Find that Chamomile Tea Can Lower Blood Sugar
Are you struggling to keep to your blood sugar level under control? You might try drinking chamomile tea. A recent diabetes study found that diabetics who consumed chamomile tea three times a day saw their blood sugar levels drop and their antioxidant levels rise over an eight week period. … [Read more...]
Superfoods You Already Have Around the House
It seems like every day a product is introduced claiming to be a superfood, but you probably have a few different nutrient packed fruits and vegetables in your home right now. Give this article a look to find out how everyday foods like ginger actually possess several health boosting … [Read more...]
Researchers Find Soluble Fiber Fights Weight Gain and Promotes Good Digestion
A new study has found that adding more soluble fiber to your diet can even more positive health effects than was original thought. Researchers discovered that mice placed on a diet rich in soluble fiber gained less weight and had better digestive health than mice that had diets which were … [Read more...]
Are Gluten Free Foods Actually Healthy for You?
In recent years, the production of gluten-free products has become a billion dollar industry. But are foods without gluten actually better for you than products that contain the controversial protein composite? This Renegade Health feature does a lot of myth-busting about gluten, … [Read more...]
Low-Carb Dieters: Beware of Butter
If you’re considering starting a new low-carb diet, you should make sure that you are not consuming excess quantities of butter. This Authority Nutrition piece explains why even though butter is a staple of many low-carb diets, consuming too much of it will cause a serious imbalance in … [Read more...]
A Spoonful of Vinegar Keeps the High Blood Sugar Away
For diabetics, it’s of paramount importance to make sure your blood sugar remains at a consistent level. One way to help facilitate that balance is to consume around 2 tablespoons of vinegar before every meal. While it may sound somewhat strange, small amounts of vinegar have the effect of … [Read more...]
Smaller Portions, Smaller Waistline
If you’ve modified your diet and have begun an exercise regimen in hopes of losing weight but your goal seems elusive, it may be because you are not portioning out your food properly. A recent study revealed that people who shy away from large-size portions of food consumed 29% fewer … [Read more...]
Healthy Alternatives to Comfort Food Classics
Do you love the taste and texture of comfort foods, but not their decidedly unhealthy ingredients? This Food Network piece features recipes for healthy variations on classic comfort foods like pizza, macaroni and cheese, quesadillas, cheese and crackers and fettuccine Alfredo. The … [Read more...]
Strategies on How to Stop Stress Eating
When you feel overly stressed out do you immediately search for the nearest slice of pizza or candy bar? Because using food to soothe frayed nerves is a habit that can lead to high blood pressure, obesity and hypertension, the next time you feel stressed out, call one of your friends or … [Read more...]
Delicious and Healthy Smoothie Recipes
If you’re looking for a tasty way to get your daily recommended dose of vitamin C, potassium, vitamin E, vitamin B6, magnesium, iron and calcium, check out these delicious sounding smoothie recipes. One called the Sweet Green smoothie combines avocado, banana, kale, cucumber and almond … [Read more...]
Rethink Your Morning Routine
If you’re someone who struggles to get going when you wake up, this five-step guide to optimizing your mornings might prove useful. One intriguing suggestion, replace a droning alarm clock with one of your favorite songs. Being awakened by a tune that you love will give you that little … [Read more...]
Study Finds That Vitamin B3 Derivative Can Help Fight Skin Cancer
A new study has found that nicotinamide, a drug derived from vitamin B3, can reduce the risk factor of contracting non-melanoma type skin cancers in people who have a family history of the disease. Over a 12 month period, researchers found that taking two nicotinamide pills a day reduced … [Read more...]
Foods That Can Help Lower Blood Sugar
If your last health checkup uncovered higher than normal blood sugar levels, you may want to stock up on mangoes. That’s because studies have shown that the flavorful tropical fruit has been shown to reduce blood sugar levels in the obese. Check out this article to learn what other foods … [Read more...]
Fight Stress at the Highest Levels
Are you finding that workplace stress is having a negative effect on both your professional and personal life, give this article about how female executives handle their stress a read. The piece details some unconventional, but effective methods of managing the stress that comes with being … [Read more...]
Relaxing More Often May Cut Your Health Care Bills in Half.
Do you want an easy and all-natural way to save on your medical bills? Take up yoga. A new Massachusetts General Hospital study has found that people who engaged in activities that stimulate the body's relaxation response needed to utilize health care services 43% less than those that did … [Read more...]
Cold Water is Great for Weight Loss
If you're struggling to lose weight, you might want to try upping your cold water intake. As this article explains, consuming cold water causes your body to burn calories more efficiently. If you add a liter of cold water a day to a diet focused lean proteins and vitamin-paced vegetables, … [Read more...]
3 Foods That Help Control Blood Sugar
Maintaining a balanced blood sugar levels can greatly reduce your risk factor for developing serious illness like hypoglycemia or diabetes. However, the ubiquitous temptation of sugary snack foods can make it difficult to keep your levels under control. Thankfully, this post suggests a few … [Read more...]
Varying Up Your Walking Speed Helps Burn More Calories
A recent study has found that varying up the speed at which you walk can burn 20% more calories than walking at consistent pace. Just as cars burn up more gasoline when starting and stopping frequently, our bodies’ metabolic rate becomes more efficient when we rapidly alternate our … [Read more...]
Use These Pilates Exercises to Build Upper Body Strength
Are you finding it difficult to build up your upper body strength? Add the two Pilates moves described in this Self magazine article to your workout regimen. As they are modified versions of the push up and plank exercises, they should do wonders for building up your triceps. Look over … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Wake Yourself in the Afternoon without Caffeine
Do you want to keep your energy level up in the middle of the day, but you're concerned about consuming too much caffeine? Give this eye-opening article about all-natural stimulants a read to understand how doing something as simple as eating a mint in the afternoon can give you a much … [Read more...]
Can Aerobic Exercise Treat Alzheimer’s disease?
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...]
Got a Migraine? Eat Some Asparagus
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...]
Study Finds Work Stress and Stroke Risk Factor Linked
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...]
The 9 Health Foods No Kitchen Should be without
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...]
Vitamin D May Slow the Development of Multiple Sclerosis
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...]
Non-medicinal Chronic Pain Treatments Show Positive Results
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...]
Study Finds High-Protein Diet Improves Health of Type 2 Diabetes Patients
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...]
Changing Your Diet May Stop Hair Loss
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...]
What to Do When You Backslide into Unhealthy Habits
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...]
Myth busting the Canned/Fresh Fish Debate
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...]
Analysis Finds Vitamin D May Help Protect Against Lung Cancer
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...]
Mom and Dad Were Right, Carrots Are Good for Your Eyes
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...]
What Happens When You Cut Refined Sugar and Alcohol Out Of Your Diet for One Month
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...]
Study Finds Link between Heavy Internet Usage and High Blood Pressure
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...]
Overcoming Your Dependence on Sugar
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...]
A Gamers Guide to Better Health
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...]
The Secret Health Benefits of Everyday Foods
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...]
Should You Run Longer Or More Frequently?
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...]
Rowing: The Real Total Body Workout
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 Trackers, Flash In The Pan or Useful Health Tools?
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...]
Nutrients That Aid Immune Function Other Vitamin C
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...]
Why Do Millennials Weigh More Than Older Generations?
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...]
The Truth About GMO-Enhanced Foods
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...]
A Get Fit For Fall Checklist
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...]
How to Establish Healthy Eating Habits
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...]
Diet and Exercise Outperform Prescription Medication as Diabetic Treatment
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...]
Delicious Zucchini Alternatives to Your Favorite Junk Foods
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...]
Upcoming Study Seeks To Find Link Between Lucid Dreaming And Vitamin B6
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...]
The Importance of Prenatal Vitamins
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...]
Study Finds Vitamin D Effectively Treats Hives
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...]
Muscle Building Do’s and Don’ts
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...]
Healthy Food Myths Debunked
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...]
Do B Vitamin-Packed Energy Drink Actually Make You Feel More Energetic?
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...]
A Guide to Healthy Ice Cream, Frozen Yogurt and Sorbet
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...]
Six Great Pointers on How to Stay Fit In the Fall
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...]
Healthy and Delicious Breakfast Sandwiches
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...]
Mediterranean Diet Might Prevent the Onset of Depression, Say Researchers
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...]
Link Found Between Metabolic Syndrome Prevention and Vitamin D
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...]
Tips on How to Keep Running From Becoming Monotonous
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...]
Techniques for Starting a Meaningful Weight Loss Regimen
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...]
Study Finds Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Dementia
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...]
Which Foods Really Have the Highest Concentration of Vitamin C?
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...]
The Truth About Stress and Gray Hair
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...]
Researchers Say Banning Trans Fat Could Save 7,000 Lives In England
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...]
Tasty Foods Rich in Vitamin B9
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...]
The Secret Health Benefits of Watermelon
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...]
25 Expert Fitness Tips
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...]
Avoid these Foods When Dieting
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...]
New Study Finds Link between Vitamin D Deficiency and Multiple Sclerosis
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...]
New Study Vitamin C Has Unexpected Health Benefits
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...]
A Guide to Healthy Restaurant Dinning
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...]
Comfort Foods That Actually Make You More Comfortable
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...]
Ginger is an Excellent Natural Pain Killer
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...]
Can Vitamins Help Control Aggression?
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...]
Budgeting that Lifestyle
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...]
Secrets to Losing Weight at any age
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...]
Foods for a healthy lifestyle
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 is the name of the game
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...]
The Benefits of Eating Breakfast
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...]
The Rules of Gym Life
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...]
Send Your Kids to School the Right Way
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...]
Healthy Start Breakfasts
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
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...]
Food Swaps
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...]
Fiber Helps Your Gut
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...]
16 Fiber Foods
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...]
That Lemon Peel Is Healthy!
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...]
Stretching Before and After
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...]
Getting Fit Again
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...]
A Bit of Motivation
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...]
Dealing with Depression
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...]
College Daze
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...]
Dynamic Warm-ups for Runs
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...]
The Lemon or the Lime?
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...]
Stop Stress Eating Once and for All
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...]
Brain Training
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...]
Great Recipes That are Healthy and Quick
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...]
Too much of a good thing?
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...]
High Protein Snacks
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 for Health
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...]
Alternative Ways to Get Calcium
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...]
Sugar and Your Brain
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...]
Keep on Moving
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...]
Benefits of Coconut Oil
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...]
Is Your Eating Hurting You?
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 Health
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
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...]
Short Workouts
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...]
Instant Stress Release
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...]
In Case of Emergency…
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...]
Fight Fatigue the Natural Way
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...]
What We Can Learn From Athletes
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...]
The Beauty That is Cauliflower
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
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...]
Grilling Healthy
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...]
You May Have Some Dangers Lying Around The House
There may just be some dangerous things lying around the house. What sort of dangers are we talking about? How about ones that just may be contributing factors to cancer. Take a look at such common household items as candles and the like. There may be room for debate on some of these things, but in … [Read more...]
Have a taste for the pineapple?
If you love pineapple, you may want to take a look at today's article. Why? Is it horrible and going to do something terrible to your health? Not necessarily. However, it does give some meaningful understanding as to why your mouth hurts after eating so much of it, and what you can do to take … [Read more...]
Summer Days Means BBQ
Do you have that itching for bbq these days, but an aversion to the typically large amounts of sugar that can be found in such sauces? Well, have no fear...we have the thing you've been longing for. Here are some great recipes for awesome barbecue without the sugar high. Take a look. Read the … [Read more...]
Starting the Week The Right Way
Starting the week out right is crucial to having a great week. But how does one do that? Well, perhaps given your mind and body a quick jolt of refreshing, clean energy might do the trick. Take a look at these 6 green smoothie recipes that will definitely clear the cob webs and get you thinking the … [Read more...]
Eating to Fight Disease
Eating to starve cancer has been something in the news quite a bit these days. Many people are advocating it, and there has been more than one conversation and quite a few questions regarding it. If you have thought about this, perhaps there is some wisdom in today's article to take a look at. Have … [Read more...]
Catching Up On Sleep This Weekend?
If you plan on catching up on some missed sleep this weekend, you will definitely want to keep an eye on today's article. The question at hand is simply this: Can one really catch up on sleep? Learn today how your body needs regular, consistent sleep and how catching up on it is not the answer … [Read more...]
Anxiety is ruining us!
Anxiety is a bigger problem than sitting or worrying about that stress-induced heart problem. If we don't get our anxiety handled and nailed down, we are going to have problems not only in our hearts, but also with sleep, weight, our nerves and a whole slew of other issues. Take a look at one … [Read more...]
We are Making Ourselves Sick and Fat
One of the great problems we have in America is the consumption of processed, fast foods. We are a people who believe we simply do not have the time to cook a proper meal. However, what we fail to realize is that we are indeed eating ourselves to death. Take a look at today's article to lift the … [Read more...]
Many Fruits are Drenched in Pesticide
Many fruits and vegetables we consume on a regular basis are drenched in harmful pesticides that will do harm to our bodies when consumed. What can you do? Well, make sure to be aware of what fruits are most likely to have such pesticide on them, and also get yourself a fruit and veggie … [Read more...]
These Foods are Not as Bad as You Think
Some foods are bad for you, while others...well, we think they are bad, but in reality they are not as unhealthy as you imagined. What are we talking about? Take for example pizza. Everybody knows that pizza is one of the unhealthiest things you can eat, right? Well, these days there are many … [Read more...]
Shh…it really isn’t healthy for you
There are plenty of people who will tell you that juice is a great, healthy alternative for you to consume on a daily basis. What they fail to mention is that juices, both fresh and bottled, are loaded with sugars. Consuming these types of juices in fact are not good for you, and ought to measured … [Read more...]
Eat Real Foods
Eating real foods is essential to our health. From fresh, real foods we gather the vital nutrients and vitamins our bodies need to function on a regular basis. But it can be hard knowing what to cook and prepare. Well, have no fear. This new blog will certainly help give you plenty o ideas to keep … [Read more...]
Cut Out Processed Foods
Cutting out processed foods from our diets can seem like a chore in and of itself. It's hard when they have taken such a root and foothold in our lives. But we ought to, because at the end of the day processed foods are simply killing our bodies. So how can we do it? Well, take a look at these 14 … [Read more...]
Fight That Fatigue With These Great Supplements
If you find yourself fighting off fatigue on a daily basis, perhaps you can benefit from some supplements that may just help you get a better night's rest. Melatonin and magnesium have both been thought to help people relax and sleep better and deeper than ever before. So if you struggle in this … [Read more...]