Junk Food Alternatives Done Right Do you still struggle a bit with junk food? You’re not alone…but the good news is that not all easily snackable foods are bad for you! In fact, many can give you your dose of fat, salt, or sugar to help make it through the day, but in a way…
Everyone knows you need protein, but there’s a lot of misconceptions about what it does – and it’s role in dieting. Here are the facts! But, first let’s talk a little about the quality of the meat we are consuming. Grass Fed Free Range Beef vs. CAFO (confined animal feeding operations) Anthropological research has proven that…
Looking to meet your weight targets and still enjoy the summer? We’ll make it easy, try out these easy weight loss tips for the summer lifestyle. If it’s Colorful, Don’t Drink It This is a great rule when encountering alcohol, punch or any time of summer drink. Look, we don’t want to take your summer…
It takes both Diet and Lifestyle Changes to get Real Results When we first decide to “get in shape,” we must figure out what that means to us. Everyone has a different mental picture of what lifestyle changes look like. For some, it is a bodybuilder-type physique. For others, it is a leaner body with fewer jiggling…
Before deciding on any fitness program, it is critically important to settle on what you want to accomplish. It sounds silly, but expressing your fitness goals and keeping them clearly in mind makes you more likely to achieve what you set out to do. If you don’t know what you want, how will you know when…
Otherwise known as organic hydrosols, flower waters have a variety of cosmetic and household uses. Pleasantly scented and suitable for everyday use, they’re less concentrated than essential oils although they have the same benefits. They can be spritzed on the face and body, added to the bath, used as household air fresheners, or lightly sprayed on linens. Holistic…
Out of all the bodily processes, low libido can be one of the most influential aspects of daily living. Estimates have revealed up to 40 percent of adults have experienced the fatigue and disinterest in sexual activity. For men, this includes erectile dysfunction, and for women, this includes inability to become excited. Unfortunately, some medications…
Many Americans have recognized the importance of maintaining proper nutrition through diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes. However, taking multivitamins without proper supplement education can be detrimental to your health. Unfortunately, capitalism has been hard at work creating a massive market for dietary supplements, which far too often fail to deliver on promised results. Additionally, some…
Chronic inflammation is the source of many illnesses across the country, such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, osteoarthritis, progression of cognitive decline, and development of diabetes. Additionally, chronic inflammation may affect any of the body processes and result in additional disease and pain. Diet and the environment affect inflammation, and you can curb the progression…
In the past, hundreds of studies have been conducted to determine the health benefits of taking multivitamins. Some studies have produced evidence of positive health benefits, and other studies conducted within the past year have resulted in a positive correlation between taking proper supplements and reduced risk for cardiovascular disease. Calcium’s Role in the Cardiovascular…
