If you have ever swung a kettlebell before, you know that it is pretty empowering. Swinging that ball of iron around makes you feel almost "Herculean."
Kettlebells were not always used as a strength and endurance training tool. The first...
Our society is over-medicated, sicker than ever, and going broke along the way of ever-improving “health care reforms.” We are approaching the $4 billion annual prescription drug purchases mark which will reach an estimated direct cost of some $500...
It may have been all about the size 4 skinny jeans or the muscle shirt when you were dating. Now that you have been married awhile, the skinny jeans have been replaced by sweats and the muscle shirt by...
We all know that processed foods are bad for us – but just how bad is becoming increasingly studied and increasingly frightening. Along with known carcinogens and a laundry list of chemical additives, new studies have discovered that the...
In the 1960s TV comedy/fantasy "I Dream of Jeannie," Major Anthony Nelson (Larry Hagman) often failed to express himself clearly; unfortunately, his genie, Jeannie (Barbara Eden), took almost everything he said literally. The combo got him into a lot...
Many people think that by eating dried fruit, they are actually getting the same health benefits as they would if they ate the fruit raw. If you take a look on the shelves at the grocery store, you may...
By now you've probably tasted quinoa, and probably even know how to pronounce it ("keen-wah"). Maybe you've come to love it because it's a healthy whole grain and cooks up in just 20 minutes or because it has a...
Q: We're trying to get pregnant. I've heard so much about how chemicals in plastics can harm a fetus - and cause a child to have learning problems and illnesses. So, I want some advice on how to protect...
Everyone loves smoothies. They are tasty, and a fabulous way to infuse your diet with loads of nutrient dense fruits and vegetables without feeling deprived. Healthy smoothies support your immune system and provide ample nutrition both before and after...
When you think of ways to reduce stress, you may conjure up images of a nice hot bubble bath, a relaxing swing in a hammock or maybe even a yoga session. While these are all excellent ways to relax...
