Flavonols are a type of flavonoid that is present in many of the foods that you eat. Cocoa, tea, leafy greens, certain fruits, and beverages are packed with this flavonoid. This compound appears to have several health benefits that can help you to live a longer, healthier life. Improved brain health, lower blood pressure, better […]
If you frequently feel anxious or overwhelmed, cooking and eating can become an occasion met with dread. Cooking and eating can become a chore rather than a joy and can worsen feelings of overwhelm. But if you do frequently feel anxious or overwhelmed, eating certain foods may help reduce this feeling. Along with less overwhelming […]
Extra virgin olive oil or EVOO, as it’s sometimes called, is one of the most popular oils worldwide. EVOO is the highest quality olive oil, and it is rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, and nutrients like monounsaturated fats (MUFA), polyunsaturated fats (PUFA), vitamin E, and vitamin K. EVOO can be used for more than making a delicious […]
Many of us have habits that we aren't aware of consciously, such as nail biting, skin picking, or even thumb sucking. You may think this is simply a habit with no reason behind it. But it could be a sign that your body is self-soothing. These are often habits we learn as children and carry […]
Sleeping well is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It’s the time when your body and your mind rest and heal. And people who sleep poorly often experience a wide range of health problems from inflammation to chronic health disorders. Despite this, sleeping well just doesn’t always come naturally […]
Whilst bedtime can be the favorite time of day for many individuals, it can also be a time of anxiety if you struggle to fall asleep. Although sleep difficulties can be challenging, there are many strategies that can help to induce sleep and calm your body and mind. Bedtime tea is one of these strategies. […]
Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning — thinking, remembering, and reasoning — to the degree that it interferes with your daily life and activities. Persons with dementia typically experience a decline in executive skills (like decision-making and organization), language skills, and visual-spatial skills. There are several risk factors, but there are also several ways […]
There has been a lot of excitement in medical circles about the health benefits of the cannabis plant recently. This plant contains more than 400 cannabinoids and terpenes, many of which have several health benefits. Although most of the health benefits of this plant are attributed to cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), there’s another cannabinoid […]
Increasing stresses - be it working long hours, family demands, or sleep deprivation - can affect your health. They can lead to adrenal fatigue, depression, and burnout. These three can sometimes be mistaken for one another, leading to misdiagnosis. Each is a different issue that can share some connection under the right circumstances, however. Burnout […]
Do you often feel an inability to focus, irritable, anxious, frazzled, and restless? Whilst stress or lack of adequate nutrition may be one of the reasons for these feelings, it may be from another cause: overstimulation. This idea was first used to describe infants and young children, but overstimulation can occur in adults as well. […]
