Three Ways Coconut Oil Can Improve Oral Health
Let’s face it: bad breath, yellowed teeth and even the occasional cavity have plagued us all at some point. Each year, Americans spend millions of dollars on pastes, rinses, strips and spin brushes in an effort to improve their oral health. However, the answer to all of your dental woes may be as simple as a tablespoon of coconut...
Stop Time: How to Beat Facial Aging Naturally
Okay, so you can't actually stop time, but there are a number of ways to reduce the deteriorative impact that aging has on your face - as well as your body and mind overall. The absolute key to staying as youthful and vibrant as possible, at any age, is to take care of your overall health, from the inside...
How to Brew Your Own Super Slimming Teas
The market is practically flooded these days with pills and potions designed to boost metabolism and help unsuccessful dieters shed those last few unwanted pounds. Unfortunately, these claims are often erroneous, and many of the products that inspire hope in so many can often be downright dangerous, containing high doses of caffeine that can affect normal heart rhythm and...
Astaxanthin is a Super Powerful Antioxidant that Can Improve Eye, Brain and Heart Health
You may or may not have heard of one of the most potent antioxidants making headlines these days. Astaxanthin, pronounced “asta-ZAN-thin,” is a unique carotenoid antioxidant found in numerous seafood sources which has been hailed as a cure-all for several chronic conditions. Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring carotenoid found in algae, shrimp, lobster, crab and salmon. Carotenoids are antioxidant compounds...
Studies Show that Invisible Wifi Frequencies May be Contributing to Chronic Health Conditions
It seems like everywhere you go these days, you can pick up a wireless signal. Long gone are the days of dial up - free WiFi is everywhere and has made internet use a modern convenience that practically no one can live without. While it’s a luxury to be able to check email or update a Facebook status while we...
Is Eating Dried Placenta a Big Money Maker or a Nutritional Powerhouse?
A few years ago, in a 2009 issue of TIME Magazine, an article about a woman who decided to eat her own placenta after the birth of her and the author's child was featured. The writer, Joel Stein, said that for 275 dollars a woman would come to their house, cook the placenta, freeze-dry it and turn it into...
Even If You Eat Right, Stress Can Still Kill You: Here’s What You Can Do
Eating a nutritious diet of whole, natural foods from the Earth is absolutely essential to your well-being. However, it is not the entire picture. A crucial part of living a healthy - not to mention happy - lifestyle is managing stress levels. If you are constantly stressed, no matter how healthy your diet, you may still be putting yourself...
Why Complimenting Yourself in the Mirror Can Keep You Positive
It's not crazy, it's natural: we all talk to ourselves. Some of us address ourselves out loud, and others do it mentally. The question is, what messages are you sending? Just as it is important to be watchful of what we say to others, it is equally as important to closely observe the words that we say to ourselves. Depending...
6 Reasons to Use Resistance Bands to Build and Maintain Muscle
Regardless of whether you are an avid exerciser or don’t even know where the gym is located, you should begin familiarizing yourself with resistance bands. These colorful stretchy bands can enhance the workout of those who train regularly, and help ease non-exercisers into a new routine safely. Strength training is important for all individuals as these routines help build...
5 Heavy Metals that Can Damage Neurologial and Heart Function
If you are still on the fence about eliminating processed foods from your diet, or choosing organic produce over conventionally-grown varieties, one reason to seriously consider these two healthy options is that they can significantly reduce your exposure to heavy metals. Heavy metals can be found in a large variety of processed food items, appear in certain pesticides, and...
