Kill Your Snacking Urge Naturally
Just about everyone enjoys snacking. While snacking is an important part of a healthy diet, it becomes a problem when we can't control the urge to stop - or, when we choose the wrong foods to snack on. Unfortunately, most of us have a hard time controlling what we eat as well as how much we eat. Most experts agree...
Easy DIY Fall Smoothies
Fall is all about those heavenly warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger as well as detoxifying cruciferous veggies and anti-inflammatory fruits. It's a perfect time to put some of those ingredients together in a delicious, nutritious smoothie like these. Cinnamon-Apple Smoothie Blend together the following until smooth: 1 organic apple, cored and peeled ½ cup organic almond milk ½ cup water ½ organic...
How to Face a Crisis with Courage
Times of crisis - on the physical, mental and emotional levels - are an inevitable part of life. If we allow the bumps on the road to define us, however, our lives can be thrown entirely off track. The key is to prepare yourself for anything that may come, and deal with situations as effectively as you can when...
If You’re Still Running Scared of Salt, Read This
Throughout our lives, we have heard - from many sources - that we must watch our salt intake, as too much salt may lead to high blood pressure and heart disease. However, more and more health experts are reporting that this notion is largely false, and based on loose science. Sodium is an essential mineral, required for our bodies to...
Study: Increase in Abdominal Fat Linked to Higher Risk of Breast Cancer After Menopause
A new, large-scale observational study published in the journal BMJ has linked increases in belly fat to a higher risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. This study adds yet another concern to the many dangers of excess belly fat. For the study, researchers observed the data of nearly 93,000 women in the United Kingdom, who participated in the UK...
6 Natural Alternatives to the “Little Blue Pill”
When faced with erectile dysfunction or other sexual issues, many men understandably want an immediate solution. As there are an estimated 30 million men in the United States with erectile dysfunction issues, sales of the drug Viagra have been high since its introduction. However, Viagra can come with quite a few unpleasant side effects, including digestive issues, urinary tract infections,...
Does Anyone Eat Real Meals Anymore?
A new survey of snacking habits around the globe has revealed some rather unfortunate results: snacking appears to be replacing meals for a significant part of the population. While there is nothing wrong with a healthy snack in between meals, the fact that people are opting to grab something easy on the go instead of sitting down and enjoying a...
This Superseed Can Slow the Aging Process and Fight off the Flu
You probably know that eating an avocado is good for you, but surprisingly, its seed offers a multitude of benefits too. Instead of tossing it out next time, grind it into a fine powder using a powerful food processor with sharp blades - don't try tossing it into a standard blender or a weak processor as the seed is...
Do These 4 Things Now for Vitality
We all know that the main points of healthy living center around the way we eat, exercise, sleep and manage our stress. However, there are certain other habits which are very important to incorporate into your life, in order to ensure success in achieving optimal health. The following are four such habits: Stop comparing yourself with others When we compare ourselves with...
Recent College Graduate Develops Food Label Which Could Greatly Reduce Waste
The system currently in place for determining whether meat and dairy products are fresh is the sell-by-date. While this date can serve as a guideline, it also encourages food waste, as many people - and retailers - throw away food if it's a day or two past the date, when it is still often perfectly good. Solveiga Pakstatite, a recent...
