Weight-Bearing Exercise is Important – Especially as We Age
Although you've probably heard it before - and we have written about it in the past - it is worth mentioning again just how important weight-bearing exercise, also known as strength training or resistance exercise, is to a well-rounded workout. It is vital to mix this type of exercise in with your regular cardio routine, as it has an...
How to Baby Your Feet Naturally
Foot pain can be a real… well, pain in the foot! Tired, achy or swollen feet affect up to 80 percent of the population, according to a survey from the Institute of Preventative Foot Health. For many, it may just be the effect of long hours logged walking or standing that cause tired tootsies at night. Yet for others, it...
Less TV Time Equals Smaller Gut
It should come as no surprise that improvements in television technology over recent decades coincide with the rising obesity levels that plague our nation. The Harvard School of Public Health first linked television watching with weight gain over 25 years ago. Over the past two and half decades, ample research has been performed that illustrates just how much tube...
Over 100 Million Americans Suffer from Chronic Pain: How to Nix it Naturally
A recently published review by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons found that an estimated 100 million Americans experience chronic pain. Chronic pain is one of the top reasons that Americans visit their physicians, and all-too-often, potent prescription medications are prescribed as treatment. However, in light of our nation's growing opioid abuse and dependency epidemic, more and more medical professionals are...
Yes, There is Such a Thing as Healthy Soda
You have heard the bad and the ugly from us with regards to soda. We have sounded the alarm over and over again that soda, both regular and diet, is not only a waste of money but a detriment to your health. The average American downs two cans of soda a day. In fact, soda is the biggest source...
How Cynicism Can Increase Your Risk of Dementia
Cynicism, the belief that humans are dishonest and selfish by nature, is used as a defense mechanism by many people. Cynical individuals may feel that by expecting the worst from people, they can be prepared for when they get hurt, which to them seems inevitable. While these individuals may feel they are protecting themselves, new research has found that they...
5 Totally Healthy Summer Salads You Must Try
Just the word "salad" sounds healthy, but some salads are anything but. A hunk of iceberg topped with a ranch dressing and croutons definitely isn't the most nutritious choice. However, the following summer salads are not only good for you, they're absolutely delicious - and they really hit the spot on sizzling hot days. Remember to always use organic ingredients...
The #1 Food You Must Stop Eating Today
For many people, not eating bread is practically unfathomable, but others are discovering that giving up this habit is one of the best things they've done for their health and their waistline. If you're still eating bread despite all of the evidence as to how bad it really is for us, a recent study may make you finally take action. Researchers...
The Dangers of Antidepressants and How to Relieve Your Mood Naturally
A 2013 study by the Mayo Clinic revealed that an incredible 7 out of 10 Americans were on prescription drugs - and, the second most common prescription was for antidepressants. Nearly one in four women ages 50 to 64 and 13 percent of the overall population were found to be on an antidepressant. That's some rather startling statistics when you...
Pressure Points to Soothe Anxiety and Invite Sound Sleep
A good night's sleep is absolutely essential to well-being. However, many of us struggle to fall asleep, often because of anxious thoughts and feelings keeping us awake. One natural, simple and time-tested way to help you de-stress and drift off to sleep is acupressure. Acupressure is an ancient practice first developed in China. It was also adopted in ancient Japan,...
