Successful Cold Weather Workouts Cold weather workouts are great for a couple of reasons. First, they’re a great way to burn the calories that we’re consuming while we spend more time inside during the frigid months. Second, the holidays bring great-tasting foods with extra calories, so there’s no doubt that you’ll have plenty of energy […]
Better Sleep Improve Fitness It seems as if the number one issue many of us face when it comes to our productivity, motivation to work out and energy levels is sleep. Lack of adequate sleep is extremely common. Whether it’s due to insomnia from daily stressors, being a new parent, or having a demanding schedule, […]
Count your Macros Knowing how to count macros will make it easier for a person to lose weight, gain muscle, or meet any other fitness goals. The key to proper macro counting is understanding how macronutrients work and getting into the habit of recording each meal. What are Macros? Macronutrients are fat, protein, and carbohydrates. […]
MCT Oil Benefits MCT oil is a potent source of fatty acids. It may help with weight loss and digestive health. MCT oil has a number of health benefits ranging from increased energy levels to improved digestive function. These oils contain medium-chain triglycerides (or MCTs), which are fatty acids that can be hard to come by […]
Reasons to Love Protein Whey is a natural byproduct of the cheese making process. Cow’s milk has about 6.25% protein. Of that protein, 80% is casein (another type of protein) and the remaining 20% is whey. When cheese is made, it uses the casein molecules leaving the whey behind. Whey protein is made via filtering off […]
Treating Tinnitus Naturally Natural ways to silence the ringing, roaring, and hissing of tinnitus Millions of Americans suffer from tinnitus, a condition more descriptively known as “ringing in the ears.” People with severe tinnitus may have trouble hearing, working, or even sleeping. Causes include exposure to loud noises or certain medications, particularly Valium-type drugs (benzodiazepines) […]
Stroke Recovery The right nutrients and herbs can help repair damage and improve quality of life Strokes are the leading cause of adult disability in the United States and the third leading cause of death. A stroke can be the result of a lack of blood flow caused by a blood clot or a hemorrhage. […]
Clot Busters Natural ways to keep blood vessels clear One of the primary causes of heart attacks and strokes, atherosclerosis, is the hardening of artery walls due to a buildup of plaque. Normally your arteries are very flexible, like a rubber tube, but plaque causes them to become stiff, and can even block blood flow. […]
Natural Support During Chemotherapy For many people the very thought of chemotherapy evokes frightening images of debilitating nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and weakness. However, newer medications have made most chemotherapy regimens much better tolerated than in the past. Nonetheless, chemotherapy can produce a wide range of undesirable side effects. Which side effects will occur has much […]
Protect Your Joints Hyaluronic acid may hold the key to reversing arthritis. Several years ago, ABC News’ Connie Chung reported on a Japanese village called Yuzuri Hara that has a reputation for extraordinary longevity. Not only do many inhabitants of the village live well into their 90s, but they also appear much younger due to their […]