Did you know the human body is a complex biological ecosystem? It provides shelter and food for “friendly” bacteria, which return these favors by supporting our healthy functioning in different ways. The intestinal...
It’s easy to forget that herbs and spices aren’t just flavor enhancers for food, but promoters of good health too. These plant-derived seasonings have a long history of medicinal applications that you can...
The right salad dressing can transform a salad from boring to delectable. Unfortunately, dressings can also add extra calories and unwanted ingredients such as preservatives, artificial flavors, and colors, and more that you may...
When you’re striving for a healthy lifestyle, you may know some of the basics: eat well, exercise, avoid smoking and excessive alcohol, etc. However, something more subtle is at work when it comes...
Do your knees pop every time you stand up? Do you experience discomfort in your joints when you walk or run? Pain in the joints is common, especially as we age. For some,...
Despite what many healthcare practitioners would have you believe, losing your memory or developing mental fog in your forties, fifties, sixties, or even seventies isn’t normal – it’s a sign of trouble. Serious...
Getting enough healthy fats into your diet can have lasting benefits for your health. Many health problems are linked to low healthy fat consumption. This is because healthy fats have an important role...
Lunchtime can be a busy time of the day. Many days, you may look forward to the midday break. Other days, you may put it off for as long as you can stand...
How many hours a day do you sit? How often do you slouch in a chair or sofa? How long have you had pain in your back? Standard health checks may include your...
When it comes to health, there are no true quick fixes. Rather, the habits you form day-in and day-out largely influence your health and well-being over time. Habits related to daily movement, sleep,...
