It’s the most wonderful time of the year to celebrate with family and friends, but it often doesn’t feel that way when you’re trying to stick with your new healthy, slimming lifestyle. While everyone around you is indulging in what used to be your favorite treats and drinks, it can feel next to impossible to…
All About Olives: 5 Reasons to Eat Them
Olives are not only rich in healthy fats but also in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, making them a powerful superfood in support of heart and metabolic health Olives are one of the oldest cultivated trees worldwide, with the oldest known tree thought to be at least 2,000 — and possibly more than 3,000 — years old. The…
Essential Nutrition to Protect Yourself From Coronavirus
As for prevention to viruses, nutrition plays a crucial role and several nutrients are known for their immune-boosting properties and ability to ward against viral infections. As reported in a February 24, 2020 press release:1 2 “In a compelling article3 in Progress in Cardiovascular Diseases … Mark McCarty of the Catalytic Longevity Foundation, San Diego, CA, USA,…
How to Breathe to Stay Well
If the past two years has taught us anything, it’s that our well-being matters. As we head toward the end of 2021, more of us are taking proactive steps to stay well. At the same time, there’s a growing interest in optimization and performance. Across sports, fitness, education, and business, we’re looking for new ways…
Junk Food and the Brain
Emotional, nonrational, even explosive remarks in public discourse have escalated in recent years. This is sometimes attributed to social media. But are there other influences altering communication styles? As researchers in the field of nutrition and mental health, and authors of “The Better Brain,” we recognize that many people in our society experience brain hunger that…
Easy Add Ins to Avoid Weight Gain This Christmas
When trying to keep the pounds off or even loose some of them, fibers are actually our very best friend… There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber is like a sponge; it absorbs excess cholesterol and toxins. Insoluble fiber is like a scrub brush; it ‘scours’ the intestinal tract and colon…
If You Want Strong Bones, You Absolutely Need This
What do you need for strong bones? Of course, calcium and vitamin D are essential in building and maintaining bone mineral density. But you can’t draw the line there. To really optimize bone strength, you need something you can’t supplement: real muscle. You don’t need a ton of it, either. Being jacked-up and muscle-bound isn’t…
If You Want Strong Bones, You Absolutely Need Exercise
What do you need for strong bones? Of course, calcium and vitamin D are essential in building and maintaining bone mineral density. But you can’t draw the line there. To really optimize bone strength, you need something you can’t supplement: real muscle. You don’t need a ton of it, either. Being jacked-up and muscle-bound isn’t…
Is Your Gallbladder Causing Your Symptoms?
The health and function of the gallbladder is often overlooked unless gallstones cause significant pain or require surgical removal. The vast majority of gallstones are asymptomatic. The reality is, the gallbladder is the root cause of many chronic gastrointestinal issues. You do not need to experience a “gallbladder attack” to have underlying concerns within the…
Healthy Holiday Fats Fudge
We love cooking and baking with coconut oil because of its many health-promoting properties. Coconut oil is that star of this recipe! Here are some benefits coconut oil: Balances blood sugar Benefits cardiovascular health Aids digestion Promotes liver health Boosts good cholesterol Has anti-aging and antioxidant properties Boosts energy Helps with weight loss I first…
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