Our modern diet vastly differs from that of our ancestors. It even differs from that of our great-grandparents. This is because their diets included many whole foods like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Add to this that all meals were prepared from scratch and contained a lot of fiber. On the other hand, we tend […]
Diets come, and diets go. Yet many of us pack the weight back on or lose no weight whatsoever. It's enough to drive you nuts! One way to further your weight loss goals is to focus on a metabolic diet. This type of diet takes into account your metabolism and how fast it burns calories […]
Summer brings with it the promise of warmer temperatures, a change in activities, and a change in the type of foods you eat. It's goodbye to soups and stews and hello to foods that are more fresh and cool. Some popular summer snacks include ice cream, lollipops, chips, and cookies. But while these snacks may […]
Adrenal fatigue, also known as Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome or AFS, is a stress-related condition that affects many individuals. It is the non-Addison's form of adrenal dysfunction, where the body's stress response cannot keep up with life's chronic stressors. In general, it is caused by very intense or chronic stress that depletes the body's resources and […]
Berberine is a remedy that has long been used by practitioners of traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. It was considered an antimicrobial, antiprotozoal, and antidiarrhea agent. Research in humans has found that many of these claims as to the benefits of berberine are true. What Is Berberine? Berberine is an alkaloid compound found in the […]
Lipedema is a condition that predominantly affects women. It affects up to 11% of the female population. It is a condition that you may not have heard of. However, you may have seen it in individuals or your body. Here's what it is and how you can improve it. What Is Lipedema? Lipedema is a […]
Did you know that about 94 million adults in the United States have high cholesterol levels? That’s a worrying statistic, considering the numerous heart risks accompanying elevated cholesterol levels. To combat this, many have turned to different supplements with cholesterol-lowering potential, and one of the more common ones is red yeast rice. However, it is […]
Certain conditions can cause your body to retain extra water. This commonly leads to swelling. But it can also lead to more serious issues, such as breathing difficulties or blood pressure problems. In this article, we’ll take a look at these conditions as well as some natural diuretics that can help your body get rid […]
Did you know that a sugar addiction is one of the causes of obesity, heart disease, and diabetes? Or that the craving for this sweet substance could be due to emotional issues, and that when you suddenly deny yourself that decadent chocolate or sugary beverage, you could suffer some unpleasant withdrawal symptoms? Fortunately, a little […]
Many of us have blood circulation problems that we are entirely unaware of until a visit to the doctor's office. For some, genes and aging contribute to this issue, but for many, lifestyle issues that include long periods of sitting cause the problem. While you may not be able to do much about a work […]
