When I was doing my internship, my favorite way to unwind after an exhausting day in the ICU was to hit the gym or go for a long run. The little soreness that came with the workouts was mostly pleasant. But there were times when the soreness was so severe; it became a big ol’ […]
If ever there was proof that a particular diet and lifestyle was the winning ticket to good health, people in a certain community living longer than the world average would be it. And with Japanese people more likely to reach 100 than anyone else on the planet, that’s a good place to start looking for […]
You know what they say … Breakfast is the most important meal of the day so you better make it a good one! Eating a nutritious breakfast will help kickstart your metabolism, fuel your energy, and improve your productivity throughout the day. There’s only one major problem with breakfast. Most people are in such a rush in […]
We’ve all heard the saying before: You should drink 8 glasses of water a day. Some doctors even recommend more than that depending on your lifestyle, body size, and general health. In fact, The Institute of Medicine recommends women drink 9 cups (2.2 liters) of water daily. For men, they recommend drinking 13 cups (3 liters) […]
In all the hype about coconut oil and its magnitude of health benefits in recent years, people seem to have forgotten about olive oil. This ancient Mediterranean food staple is full of healthy fatty acids and antioxidants that have proven to reduce the risk of a number of diseases and conditions. There has been quite a […]
Going gluten-free is not just a Hollywood trend. Today, more people than ever are buying, cooking, and eating gluten-free foods. In fact, nearly one-third of Americans say they’re trying to ditch the sticky protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. You may be wondering, “Why?” For some people, ditching gluten is necessary. Anyone […]
Most people in the western world would only be aware of the physical side of yoga – the asanas (postures) and flows that are taught in yoga studios and on youtube. But the physical side of yoga is one of the most modern aspects of the ancient system, which consists of an in-depth philosophical structure […]
Do you eat a healthy diet? Really think about that question for a minute. Is your diet really as healthy as you think it is? Unless you’re only eating fresh fruits, vegetables and lean meats, and nothing from a box, then chances are the answer is no. Thanks to big food companies advertising their products […]
Saying that saturated fats suffer from a bad rap is an understatement. Thanks to their widely publicized negative effect on heart health, you’ve likely been taught that all foods containing them should be, to the best of your ability, avoided. Yet, despite the global switch to low fat foods and the banishment of saturated fats […]
Losing weight is one of those goals some people carry throughout their adult lives, without ever quite achieving it, or finding that they fluctuate year-on-year between the latest fad diets and trends. The crazy thing is, weight loss actually isn’t rocket science, and is far easier than you probably think. It’s about making a choice […]
For thousands of years, people have been using bentonite clay as a way to detox and heal their body. That’s because bentonite is considered a “healing clay” with powerful benefits. Along with rubbing the clay on your skin, you can also ingest it. I know what you’re thinking … “Why the heck would I want […]
Cheetos, hot dogs and gummy bears. They all have one thing in common — they’re all highly processed. While they certainly taste good, do you really know what you’re eating? Unless you walk up and down the grocery store aisles analyzing every single ingredient label (which you should be doing), chances are you have no […]
