A little over a decade ago, most of us hadn’t heard of gluten. But then it seemed that the market exploded with gluten-free foods and books on gluten-free diets. Today, many of us remain confused about gluten. Is it bad for you? Or bad only for some people? And if ...
Thyroid issues are incredibly common and symptoms can be quite varied. This article takes the time to go through common questions you might have about your thyroid, from medication support, to dietary concerns.
Thyroid issues are incredibly common and symptoms can be quite varied, so it can be difficult to self-diagnose. If you are regularly experiencing anxiety, irritability, and nervousness, having trouble sleeping, struggling with muscle weakness and tremors, or have unexplained weight issues, it is definitely time to talk with a Doctor. The tests for thyroid disease are quite simple and there are many treatment options available to you, so there is no need to suffer.
Everyone knows that stress can be harmful to your health, but understanding how to balance your Sympathetic and Parasympathetic nervous system repsonses can be essential to good health.
Push-ups are often considered the ideal exercise for building both upper body and core strength. When done properly, push-ups are a compound exercise that engages muscles in the arms, shoulders, chest, back, hips, core, and legs. Unfortunately, many people find push-ups intimidating, especially given the amount of upper body strength ...
You want to eat a healthy diet. As you go into the grocery store, you have every good intention of having only nourishing, wholesome foods in your house. Then you get home and stare at your purchases. What happened? On your countertop are processed snacks, baked sweets, ready-made meals, high-sodium ...
Resistant mini bands are incredibly impactful and versatile. This lightweight piece of equipment makes it easy to target specific muscle groups. They can also improve the quality of your exercises by increasing your focus and control and engaging your stabilizing muscles for even greater benefits. Mini bands come in an ...
Chicken noodle soup has long been considered the go-to comfort food for anyone feeling under the weather. It is often the first soup that young children add to their nutritional repertoire but is also the traditional standby that many adults instinctually gravitate towards whenever they’re feeling less than 100%. Unfortunately, ...
Springtime is the best time to lose weight and get healthy. As the temperature warms, you’re typically not as hungry because your appetite naturally decreases as your body works to cool down. Your mood is likely to be brighter when there’s more sunshine, too. That limits cravings for comfort food ...
These days, most people understand the negative impact that high blood pressure can have on their health. High blood pressure is the main risk factor for a cardiovascular event (heart attack or stroke) as it damages arteries that can become blocked and prevent blood flow to the heart muscle. Normal ...
