How do we get through Thanksgiving without going overboard with all the good food and drinks coming our way? We all want to be healthy but struggle throughout the year with food choices. And Thanksgiving is no different. Let’s face it, we don’t live in the most health conscious environment right now. Our goal for health should really be transforming …
Halloween is tough for those really trying to keep healthy. According to Huffpost Taste, Did you know that the average American eats 24 pounds of candy a year? NielsonWire states 600 million pounds of candy are sold during Halloween. And 2 billion dollars in sales of candy happen just days before Halloween according to Dailyinfographic.com. That’s a lot of …
Dietary fat: is it good or bad? Both. You see, not all fats are created equal. Many people are scared of fats, but our bodies need some fat for insulation, vitamin and mineral absorption, and to protect our organs. A little high-quality fat can go a long way by helping our metabolism, our hormones, our skin, hair, and nails, and …
All medications can have side effects. And when a doctor puts you on a medication, they do consider the benefits vs the side effects. Medications are important and can save your life, no doubt about that! But sometimes we do have options. Every doctor knows and suggests changing up your diet and lifestyle when it comes to the most common …
Inflammation seems to be the buzz word these days. Article after article about inflammation and current diseases keep coming out. According to Barbara Mendez, R.Ph., M.S., “Everything is related to inflammation! It can cause skin conditions, allergies, headaches, very painful menstrual periods, chronic diseases…everything.” Short term inflammation is what our bodies are supposed to do, but chronic or long term …
While in Europe, there were a few observations and things I learned about the differences in how we eat. Right now, America’s obesity rates are over 30 % of our population. France’s obesity rate is 11%. In 1995, France’s obesity rate was 5.5%, climbing due to incorporating western habits. Although they are getting closer to us in their eating habits, …
What makes you smile? Laugh? Fill you with energy? For some, it’s a walk barefoot through fresh cut grass. For another, it’s a spin on a roller coaster, a solo movie date, or a nap in a hammock on a hot summer day. So… when was the last time you did something that makes you happy? When is the last …
Stress, what a health sabotaging problem. Even if we are eating healthy, stress can rob us of vital nutrients, lower our immune system and contribute to disease. Our families, our jobs, the mortgage, money, being sick, everyday we have responsibilities and demands. Dealing with stress is important so here are some tips to help manage your stress. Find something that …
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