Despite efforts to reduce or eliminate the number of potentially harmful chemicals in consumer products, the agriculture sector, and our waterways, people and companies still improperly use and dispose of these chemicals. Worse still is that many of these chemicals are resistant to biodegradation and will be with us for centuries. So despite your efforts […]
With age comes clarity, the sights our eyes take in each day are processed through the lenses of wisdom and gratitude. Unfortunately, visual impairments such as glaucoma can take away our ability to see the beauty of nature and the faces of loved ones. Glaucoma is the name given to a group of eye conditions […]
Apricot is a small golden fruit that you may mistake for a peach or tangerine. While somewhat tart, it is more musky or amaretto-like than you might expect. Each apricot fruit contains more than 80 nutrients, including vitamin A and C, B vitamins, and the all-important vitamin B17 that is also known as amygdalin. Amygdalin […]
If you want to get off caffeine once and for all, you need to start eating smarter every morning. Here is a list of some of the best food items that can give you the energy and focus you want to help you kick that desire to drink caffeine once and for all. Bananas Bananas […]
November was American Diabetes Month, and with the holidays looming, this is the perfect opportunity to shed light on a major health crisis in our nation. About 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes each year, and it remains the seventh leading cause of death in the U.S. Those are staggering statistics! It’s an issue […]
The more we learn about our personal DNA and genetics, the more power we have to boost our chances of a long and healthy lifespan. We all know that our family history can increase our risk of issues such as diabetes, heart disease, or certain cancers, but seeing the big picture of your family’s health […]
Genetics are cool. You know your ability to play the piano like a wizard? That might be from your grandmother. Or consider that maybe you love the unique color of your eyes, or the color of your hair – again, it was likely passed down from someone in your genetic history, perhaps your parents. But, […]
While a healthy diet and exercise plan are perhaps the most vital elements in managing weight, sometimes we need a little extra help. That’s why supplements like thermogenic products may be a great addition to any weight management plan to promote healthy dietary choices during the day and support the body’s natural ability to digest […]
These days everyone seems to be concerned about the food we put into our bodies. The phrases “all naturalâ€, “organicâ€, and “non-GMO†seem to be everywhere… and with good reason! We should be concerned about putting chemicals into our bodies, but what about the chemicals we put on our face? Do you really know what’s […]
In the past few decades, the wisdom of Eastern medicine has started to impact the way we care for our bodies in the modern world. The plants and fungi used during centuries of healing in China and Tibet are now ingredients in our foods, teas, and supplements. One such fungus gaining traction in the natural […]
