3 Warming Autumn Elixirs That Taste Great and Boost Energy
Cooler temperatures often bring a decrease in energy. As trees drop their leaves and squirrels gather nuts for the winter, shorter days contribute to a drop in Vitamin D which often triggers what some call a “sleepy state.” In search of energy, we sometimes seek out quick, not so healthy choices, like sugar laden pumpkin spice lattes, hot chocolate,...
5 Research-Backed Benefits Of Coconut Oil
It all started ten years ago when I began my research on coconut oil. I was determined to find a healthy saturated fat that I could cook with and use in baking. Not only did I discover that coconut oil was great for all sorts of cooking, but it was also amazing for my skin and overall health and...
5 Weird Ways Inflammation is Messing with Your Health (and what you can do about it)
We are all guilty of ignoring the subtle, and sometimes not so subtle ways that our body's tell us that something is out of whack. When we are busy, it is easy to brush off an occasional headache, muscle pain or even more severe issues like chronic allergies or constipation. What is important to understand is that all of...
What Your Ears Say About Your Health
How often do you pay attention to your ears? If you are like most people, you tend to ignore your ears - they are just kind of there on the side of your head. Ears actually have a few critical jobs to do including regulating balance and transmitting information about the position of your head to your brain. Not...
Why I Put Horseradish On My Skin
You are most likely familiar with horseradish as a condiment for meat and sandwiches. A member of the mustard family, horseradish has great medicinal value. Its recorded use dates back to ancient days when it was used to treat many diseases and ailments. Not only can you use this spicy root vegetable on your steak, but you can also use...
Men, Do These 9 100% Natural Things Now for Top Penis Performance
The male sexual enhancement industry is vast and incredibly lucrative. Over 322 million men around the world suffer from impaired penis performance. You can find everything from creams, to pills, and even injections that are marketed to men who want to perform longer and better for their partners. The truth is, a lot of these products are nothing short...
Listen to Your Eyes: 5 Signs You Might Have a Health Problem
According to ophthalmologist Andrew Iwach, “The eye is a unique window into health. It’s the only place in the body where, without surgery, we can look in and see veins, arteries, and a nerve (the optic nerve)." The eyes say so much about the health of the body overall and can lead to the early diagnosis of some serious...
This Most Consumed Psychoactive Substance in the World is Actually Good for You
Every morning, without fail, my husband brings me a cup of coffee and places it on my nightstand. I love the way a warm cup of coffee tastes first thing in the morning; it gives me just the boost I need to get up and face the day. My day just seems to go better when it starts with...
3 Best Anti-Cancer Morning Drinks
It is estimated that there will be 1,735,350 new cases of cancer in the United States in 2018. Additionally, it is projected that 609,640 people will die from the disease. Sadly, cancer is the leading cause of death worldwide. It is becoming a well-known fact that cancer is a lifestyle disease that is, for the most part, preventable. Preventable how...
5 Harmful Foods and Drinks for Weight Gain
So, perhaps you have put on a few pounds, and are doing a close assessment of your diet with the intention of cutting out foods that might be contributing to your weight gain. Here is a snapshot of 5 harmful foods that can cause you to hang on to unwanted fat. Once you cut these foods out, you should notice...
