12 High Protein Snacks to Take on the Go
Bringing a protein packed snack with you while you're out and about is a great way to stave off hunger pangs, preventing the urge to turn to unhealthy options, as well as provide lasting energy that will keep you going. Prepackaged protein bars are usually not the best option, but there are plenty of others that are easy to...
Relieve Sinus Pain Naturally
Sinus pain and swelling is enough to make anyone miserable, but traditional methods of treating this problem like prescription antibiotics, anti-inflammatory meds, steroids or even surgery, don't always help and typically come with a long list of unwanted side effects that can make it difficult to function. The good news is that there are a number of natural ways...
Top 5 Reasons to Eat More Pomegranates
Did you know that November is National Pomegranate Month? If you've never tried this exotic fruit, now might be a good time. Pomegranates have a tough outer layer, with the only edible parts being the juice and the seeds. Fresh pomegranates can be purchased in most grocery stores from September through January. One of the oldest known fruits, found in...
The Best and Worst Ways to Eat Fish
You've probably heard that eating fish is good for you - it's been linked to a reduced risk of conditions like Alzheimer's disease, stroke, heart disease and even depression, but whether or not you're reaping those benefits depends on how that fish is prepared. A study out of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and published in the American...
Too Much Sugar Linked to Memory Problems
This news doesn't come at the best time, especially considering all the candy that was consumed on and around Halloween. A recent study out of the University of California revealed that sugar consumption, particularly high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), negatively affected memory and was linked to brain inflammation in juvenile rats. The researchers found that adolescents are especially at risk. Scott...
4 Ways to Use Baking Soda
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnJ-gwZMsMM&feature Baking soda isn’t just for baking – in fact, it has a multitude of uses both in and out of the kitchen. The ancient Egyptians even used a compound similar to baking soda as soap as it’s antiseptic, antifungal and lightly exfoliating. Here are four great ways you can use baking soda around the house!
Prune Away Tension by Growing a Bonsai Tree
Growing Bonsai trees is actually considered an ancient art that's been studied and refined for centuries. The tradition of growing these tiny, delicate trees dates back over 1,000 years, with the goal to create a miniature tree that makes an attractive conversation piece by influencing the direction it grows and the shape it takes. While you help to ensure...
Do These Things to Become a Better Runner
Unfortunately, we can't all be born with the long-limbed, thin bodies of world-class runners, but we can maximize what we do have by working on becoming a more efficient runner, which is the key to becoming a better runner. Proper stride and foot strike placement If you're over-striding, which is when the foot strikes the ground in front of your center...
Why Antioxidants are So Important to Our Blood
These days, we hear a lot about antioxidants - in the media, and from our doctors and nutritionists. We know they're important. However, there is less information out there about why exactly antioxidants are important, and how they actually benefit us. Antioxidants are compounds which exist within foods and other natural sources, such as vitamins, minerals and essential oils. Just...
Reverse Premature Aging with this Tropical Oil
If you thought that the perks of using organic, extra virgin coconut oil could not get any better, a new study from the University of Copenhagen may pleasantly surprise you. A Danish research team has found that consuming this amazing oil could have significant anti-aging effects. For their experiment, researchers specifically focused on mice with a "defective DNA repair system."...
