Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease affects one in three adults and is considered one of the most common liver diseases in the United States.[1] The condition results in abdominal swelling and pain as well as severe fatigue.[2] The condition can be dangerous if it continues to progress, leading to chronic inflammation and cirrhosis. Normally, the liver…
Fatty Liver Disease Affects 1 in 3 Americans: Tips to Reverse It Naturally
Are the Chemicals in Your Shampoo and Soap Making You Fat?
When Dr. Rob Sargis sees a patient struggling with obesity, his recommendations go beyond diet and exercise. He may advise them to stop heating things in plastics, or to avoid congested roads during rush hour. Sargis, a practicing doctor and professor of medicine at the University of Illinois, is one of a number of doctors…
Slimming Down Through Your Subconscious
Obesity has been a health crisis for decades, but the problem just keeps on growing. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the number of obese individuals worldwide has nearly tripled since 1975. Today, obesity is even prevalent among children. It’s estimated now that “most of the world’s population live in countries where overweight and…
The Surprising Causes Behind the Insulin Resistance Epidemic
The fact that insulin resistance has become a global pandemic is also a topic of recent debate. Insulin resistance is a worrisome culprit in diseases from obesity to pre-diabetes to type 2 diabetes, to dementia. But what is the root cause of insulin resistance? “Insulin resistance is a pandemic that you’ve never heard of,” said…
Following a Mediterranean Diet Could Reduce Alzheimer’s and Diabetes by up to 50 Percent
Did you know that the chances of developing cognitive dysfunction and Alzheimer’s increases when an individual’s insulin levels decline? The similarities between diabetes and Alzheimer’s are so great that many researchers have been referring to Alzheimer’s as diabetes type 3. A recent study found that type 1 diabetics were 83% more likely to develop dementia…
What Does Sugar Do to Your Brain?
The overconsumption of this is increasingly being linked to brain-related health issues such as depression, learning disorders, memory problems and overeating. While all cells in your body can use glucose for energy, when you burn fat as your primary fuel your liver produces ketones that burn far “cleaner” in that they generate fewer reactive oxygen…
How I Healed My Sciatica
We are a sedentary society, especially as we age. The older we get, the more challenging it can be to keep from sitting too much. Our bodies may ache, our legs may be unsteady, our energy is less, and we don’t exercise as often. The pandemic even exacerbated this trend with having to stay isolated…
What Really Caused the Obesity Epidemic?
It’s not about the calories, and never has been. Nor is it about exercise. You can starve yourself, but your body will compensate in its own ways. Author Zoe Harcombe reveals the true secret to end your struggle with slashing pounds. You’ll likely struggle forever if you ignore this essential. Most people believe losing weight…
Understanding Cellulite
Reviewed by Dr. Ann Corson The human body is an undisputed miracle, but it’s easy to forget when you just focus on its flaws. One particular imperfection some obsess about is known as cellulite. Cellulite is basically fat with a lumpy texture. It mainly impacts women, but a few men get it too. For women…
Adding This to Your Carbs May Decrease Glycemic Levels by 50 Percent
Did you know that white bread contains 20 grams of starch? After eating it, the body transforms that starch into sugar, causing a rapid increase in your blood sugar levels and providing you with a temporary boost in energy. But a higher blood sugar is not necessarily a good thing, especially in the long-term. Your…
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