Why is Healthy Eating Important? If I conducted a survey asking hundreds of people their opinion on what constitutes healthy eating, I would get many different answers. Some people think that just because they do not eat out at fast food restaurants, they are on the right track. Others feel that…
5 Tips to Trick Yourself into Drinking More Water Why is Water Important? Water is the foundation of virtually every process in your body. That means that if you aren’t hydrated, every other healthful activity you are doing won’t be as effective. For instance: Vitamins won’t be absorbed as effectively. Exercise, chiropractic and…
What The Heck Are GMOs Anyway? Genetically modified organisms, known as GMOs, are a hotly debated topic lately. Yet, for many years, people may not have known they were even eating them. That’s because GMOs are no longer labeled, even though research from the Center for Food Safety indicates that 89% of…
Healthy Green Smoothie Recipes to Fuel Your Body: Green smoothies are a fresh, fast and easy way to make sure you are packing your day full of nutritious fruits and vegetables. However, if not done correctly you can have a smoothie that is lacking important nutrients or tastes just…
Cold Water and Weight Loss: You may have heard lately that if you drink cold water, you will lose weight. Although the benefits of drinking lots of water might help you lose weight, drinking cold water might not be that helpful. Some nutritionists promote that you burn more calories drinking cold water…
Kick Your Butt, Legs, And Thighs With Week 2 of This Total Gym Workout: Whether you want to firm up your glutes, tone your thighs, gain strength or sculpt defined muscles, it comes down to developing a set goal to accomplish - and follow it though with a plan…
Health and Nutritional Benefits of Bananas: I do not think I ever met a person who does not love bananas. Along with apples they are by far the most popular fruits. Why? They are easy, can be eaten on the go, are a perfect portion size, and even have their own wrap. Bananas…
Foods to Boost your Immune System: Although there are several powerful foods that can help boost your immune system, the true fact remains that a clean and vital body does not get sick. The more you stay away from mucoid forming foods - such as pasteurized dairy, refined sugars, and…
Foods and Recipes for Younger Looking Skin Who doesn’t want to look younger than they are? The vitamins and minerals that are found in our food can help protect our skin from UV damage, decrease fine lines and wrinkles, and increase its color and elasticity. Here are some foods rich in the essential…
Why is cholesterol important for your health? Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is measured in the fat of your blood. You can’t live without cholesterol, nor would you want to. Cholesterol is important for healthy cell membranes, producing hormones (no cholesterol means no sex drive), vitamin D levels, and your memory. In fact, cholesterol is so important for your health, that your…