The low-carb lifestyle is number one when it comes to diet trends right now, with many trying keto or low-carb options to lose weight. Carbohydrates, found in sugars, starches, and fiber, are often blamed for weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and the obesity epidemic. However, our bodies need carbs as fuel for energy, for digestion, […]
One of the best foods you can incorporate into your active lifestyle is fungi. Mushrooms have been widely used in both cooking and traditional medicine for thousands of years. Extremely common in various soups and sauces, as well as in countless meat, cheese, fish, and veggie dishes, most people are familiar with mushrooms. Chefs utilize […]
If you love fresh and colorful produce or enjoy picking your own berries, summer is your season to shine! Farmer’s markets and produce stands around the country are filled to the brim with healthy snacks waiting to be enjoyed. The one downside to healthy snacks is that they require a bit of prep-work and smart […]
For many women, one of the most common symptoms of early pregnancy is morning sickness – nausea and vomiting that can occur during pregnancy. While morning sickness can actually occur at any time during the day or night, many women experience it most frequently or severely in the morning. For pregnant women, feeling sick in […]
For many of us, summer means activity and exercise, often outdoors in the blazing sun. When you come right down to it, summer just isn’t summer without a bit of sweat. If you love to exercise in the summer, though, you’ll need to account for dehydration and muscle fatigue, both of which are exacerbated by […]
Staying hydrated in the summer is incredibly important. Dehydration can sneak up on you during the hottest days, especially while engaged in physically demanding activities. Water is the best way to stay hydrated. But if you’re spending a lot of time in the sun and moving around, then you need to be drinking beverages containing […]
Heartburn ranges in severity. From being an annoying distraction that goes away within a few hours, to a more serious problem that can linger and disrupt your life. Most of us know what heartburn is from experience, but we might not be as familiar with what causes heartburn. What Causes Heartburn Heartburn occurs when stomach […]
The immune system is a complex thing that we’re just beginning to understand in detail. From the body’s library of antibodies to the activity of killer T cells, the interplay of the various components of the human immune system is why we are alive. We won’t be getting into too much detail about the immune […]
With the weather getting warmer, it’s the perfect time to give coconut water a try. What’s coconut water? First, it’s important to know what it isn’t. Coconut water is: Not any drink with artificial or natural coconut flavoring. Not the same as coconut milk. Before moving on, let’s make clear that coconut milk takes coconut […]
High blood pressure, known as hypertension, is a health state that can factor into cardiovascular disease. If you don’t address high blood pressure, you have a greater risk of arterial wall hardening (atherosclerosis), resulting in a heart attack and stroke. Clearly, high blood pressure is bad news. While medications can certainly help during elevated blood […]
