5 Natural Remedies for PCOS That Work ( #3 might surprise you)
Between 5-10 percent of women of childbearing age in the United States struggle to deal with PCOS or polycystic ovarian syndrome. This makes it the most common hormonal endocrine disorder in women. It can cause weight gain, heavy or irregular periods, hair loss or gain, acne, infertility, and several other concerning symptoms. Unfortunately, if you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS,...
Are You a Stress Eater? Here’s How to Stop Emotional Eating
Do the emotional rollercoasters in life cause you to overeat or head out for a late night run to the store for ice cream, a bag of chips, or candy? If so, you might be an emotional eater, and it might be contributing to a bulge in your belly. Stress and negative emotions can trigger a whole host of...
5 Reasons Why Raw Butter is Best
There is nothing quite so satisfying as a pat of pure and preferably raw butter on a stack of delicious multigrain pancakes, melting down the sides and in your mouth. Butter makes everything better, doesn’t it? There was a time when butter was demonized along with other saturated fats from animals as being the root cause of heart disease...
What is Guggul and Why You Need to Eat It
Guggul is an ancient remedy that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years to remedy issues such as arthritis, thyroid imbalance, and urinary tract infections. It is a type of fragrant gum resin obtained from the stem of the Guggul tree native to India, Central Asia, and North Africa. The name Guggulu in Sanskrit means “protects...
Do This Simple Test to See if You Have Flat Feet
Do you have flat feet? Basically, this means that you don’t have a normal arch when you are standing. Go ahead, take a peek, what do you see? Flat feet, also known as pes planus or fallen arches are generally seen in infants but usually go away by age 2 or 3 as the ligaments and tendons in the...
Ladies, 8 Signs You Might Have Too Much Testosterone
Though testosterone is primarily a “male hormone” that conjures up images of exaggerated muscles and full, thick beards, it is actually an essential component of the female reproductive system as well. However, just like other hormones, it can quickly become out of wack and imbalanced, leading to several frustrating and potentially embarrassing symptoms. Ladies, here are 8 signs you...
This All Natural Stress Buster is Also Good for Your Love Life
Ashwagandha is a well-known adaptogenic herb that has been used for thousands of years in ancient Ayurvedic medicine to relive several health conditions and help calm the body and mind while restoring balance and relieving stress without the use of prescription drugs. This evergreen shrub is native to the Middle East, Africa, and India and is used primarily for...
If You Don’t Pee in the Shower it is Time to Start…and other things you shouldn’t do
Did you know that the modern shower has only been around for about 100 years? Back in the day, it was the sponge bath that ruled, and it was thought that getting your whole body wet would increase the likelihood that you would get sick. Taking a daily hot shower is common, as is using a wide array of...
3 Summer Pool Alerts to Keep You and Your Family Safe
Ah, the warm days of summer bring with them the swimming pool season. Each summer, millions of Americans take to the pool, either community pools or private pools. A great way to cool off, exercise, and spend time with family and friends, there are also some hidden dangers lurking in pools. Here’s what to be aware of and how...
How to Become a Creature of Good Habits
Developing healthy habits doesn’t seem like it should be so hard. However, it is easy to tell yourself that you’re going to do something and then give up before that something becomes second nature. Studies have shown that approximately 45 percent of our behavior is driven by our habits, which means they’re essential for cultivating a healthy lifestyle. So...
