Ice has been a standard treatment for injuries and sore muscles because it helps to relieve pain caused by injured tissue. Coaches have used my coined “RICE” (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) -term guideline for decades, but now it appears that both Ice and complete Rest may delay healing, instead of helping. In a study, athletes were told to exercise…
Delicious Homemade Granola Recipe
Nothing like simple homemade granola to fill the house with wonderful welcome home aromas! This granola is not too sweet, so you can just enjoy it plain or add some dried fruit to it if you like it a little sweeter. It’s filled with oats, walnuts and almonds so it is rich in protein, fiber, and healthy oils….
A Natural Sweetener May Fight Viruses and Bacteria
As winter approaches and people move indoors, natural methods to boost the immune system and reduce the risk of contracting flu, colds and other viruses are invaluable. Xylitol, a popular, natural sweetener extracted from birch trees and found in plums, strawberries, and raspberries, may offer some help in those regards. Xylitol has significant immune modulation…
The Reason Weight Loss Plateaus When You Diet
Understanding the metabolic and behavioral adaptations that slow weight loss.
Psoas Release With Yoga Poses
Many people say that releasing your psoas major, the most critical muscle group in your body, is virtually impossible. This is not true. What may you ask is the psoas? Even though we help people find best office chairs we are honest about it – sitting too long harms your psoas. This muscle group, which…
Creamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe
A good soup can be very healing to the body, and when combined with a nice salad or piece of fish, it makes an excellent meal. This particular soup recipe is very satisfying and works wonders in your body. Purpose The purpose of this soup recipe is to incorporate an oft forgotten food in cauliflower,…
National Survey About New Year’s Resolutions Shows Despite the Pandemic, 62% of Americans Expect to Enjoy Better Health in 2022
DDG (Data Decisions Group) and The Monday Campaigns, a public health initiative, conducted a nationally representative survey of 1010 adults, which included questions about their New Year’s resolutions, how they’re planning to keep them, and their outlook for 2022. The survey showed that upon reflecting on the pandemic and their health over the past year,…
Saffron Protects Against Macular Degeneration
As baby boomers mature en masse, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is on the rise. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss among people 50 and older. It affects more than 10 million people in the United States, according to the American Macular Degeneration Foundation. Fortunately, an ancient spice offers some protection. The macula is…
Green Smoothies: What Does the Science Say?
Might disrupting the fiber by blending fruit result in overly rapid sugar absorption?
Have You Ever Heard of This Healthy Alternative to Flour?
Have you ever heard of breadfruit? It’s a rather strange name for a piece of fruit that sounds like it may smell or taste like bread. Instead, breadfruit is grown in tropical regions of the world and, like jackfruit, is a member of the mulberry family. Breadfruit trees were originally found in Polynesia. People use…
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