Cracking the Top 9 CBD Myths: What You Need to Know
You don’t have to delve very deeply into the health and wellness world to begin hearing about cannabidiol (CBD). This popular “superfood” derived from hemp is driving a multibillion-dollar industry and crushing preconceived negativity about cannabis and other natural remedies. However, if CBD has just popped up on your radar, it can be hard to sort out fact from...
5 Different Coughs: What they Reveal about Your Health
Coughing is one of those irritating symptoms that usually indicates a deeper health concern. Often, it can be hard to isolate the cough and figure out exactly why you are experiencing this uncomfortable condition. Many people simply reach for the cough syrup without a second thought, searching for some measure of relief. However, it is essential that you understand...
Tyson in the Hot Seat Over 12 Million Pounds of Chicken Recalls
On Saturday, May 4, The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced a recall of nearly 12 million pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat Tyson Foods Inc. chicken strips after receiving complaints of “extraneous material” in the meat. Food safety officials have implemented this recall over fears of metal object contamination. This is an expansion of a...
5 Reasons Why You Need to Straighten Up: Tips for Better Posture
You’ve probably been told to “sit up straighter” since you were just a kid slouching over your cereal bowl. You may be reciting this mantra to yourself right now as you sit at your desk or on the couch trying not to round your shoulders over your laptop. For most of us, posture is one of those things that...
This Bacteria Will Eat Your Flesh: How to Stay Safe
As summer approaches, many of us are joyously planning summer vacations on the beach to kick back and relax. However, you may want to think twice about sticking your toes in the water with this flesh-eating bacteria on the loose. Recently, two men in the Sunshine State have succumbed to necrotizing fasciitis and watched in horror as this bacteria...
What Your Cravings are Really Trying to Tell You
In our diet and weight-loss crazed world, cravings have become increasingly vilified. They are seen as a weakness that must be ignored at all costs. “I. Will. Not. Eat. That. Chocolate” you heroically tell yourself as you collapse into a puddle of tears on the couch and shove another handful of kale into your mouth. In reality, cravings are...
The Deadly and Costly Impact of Sitting All Day (what can be done)
What does your average day look like? Do you get up, go about your morning routine and then drive to the office to start your 8-hour workday sitting at a desk (or simply walk over to your desk if you work from home). Regardless, if you have a job that requires you to sit for long periods of time,...
What Wearing Glasses Has to Do With Sleep
Sleep… it always seems to be getting shortchanged. We are always too busy, right? Who has time for sleep? Truth be told, you would be better off skipping dinner and getting to bed early than shorting yourself of vital zzz’s. In addition, many of us spend each minute up until we close our eyes on a device of some...
Can’t Poop? It Could be Your Workout
Eating too much cheese, not drinking enough water… these are both reasons why you might find yourself slightly backed up from time to time. It is unlikely that you would think to look to your workout routine as the cause of your digestive distress. While exercise is generally good for the body, there is one particular type of workout...
Meet the New Superfood MCT Oil (and why you should care)
If you are in tune with the health and wellness chatter, you have probably started to hear the term MCT oil a lot more in recent years. What is this new craze? Is it better than coconut oil? Is it even good for you? Are you missing out on amazing health benefits by not taking it? Read on to...
