health and wellness

Butter and Your Brain

December 20, 2018 / Comments Off on Butter and Your Brain

The tide is finally turning when it comes to the health benefits of saturated fats. Although there are still some naysayers out there who would tell you ALL fat is bad, regardless of whether saturated or not, don’t believe them. The science on this subject is rock solid and the benefits of including more saturated…

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Start With a Morning Plan!

October 18, 2018 / Comments Off on Start With a Morning Plan!

Is it time to hit the refresh button? When it comes to maintaining your health, sometimes ‘life happens’ despite our best intentions. Summer vacations, poor sleep, eating out, and poor planning can wreak havoc on your goals to lose weight, improve your endurance or change your diet. Once we blow it, the temptation to make…

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Is Your Blood Test Normal?

September 27, 2018 / Comments Off on Is Your Blood Test Normal?

Have you ever gone to your medical doctor and had your blood work done, only to be told that everything looked normal? But you KNOW something’s not right because you leave the office, feeling as bad as you did when you walked in. But to someone who has been trained in the art of evaluating…

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Is Coconut Oil Bad for Your Heart?

August 30, 2018 / Comments Off on Is Coconut Oil Bad for Your Heart?

Coconut oil has been a holy-grail of sorts for holistic enthusiasts everywhere. From assistance with hair growth to anti-bacterial benefits, this tropical oil is seemingly unstoppable. Although coconut oil is highly praised for its beauty benefits, the correlation between coconut oil and cardiovascular health seems to be up for debate. What the Experts Say The…

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3 Ways to Protect Your Eyesight

July 19, 2018 / Comments Off on 3 Ways to Protect Your Eyesight

Our eyes are overused and underappreciated. Computer screens, televisions, and cell phones can all lead to eye fatigue and age-related problems. Taking care of our eyes isn’t difficult with these three quick and easy tips that can help protect your vision well into old age. Eat for Your Eyes The eyes require several important nutrients…

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Tips for Traveling Well

July 5, 2018 / Comments Off on Tips for Traveling Well

If you’ve ever traveled, you know how challenging it can be to make sure every detail has been taken care of before you leave. And once you’re on the way, there are different obstacles that have to be navigated including poor food quality and lack of movement while flying. So, let’s take a look at…

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Is Your Turmeric Working?

June 21, 2018 / Comments Off on Is Your Turmeric Working?

Is Your Turmeric Working? As one of the most researched plants in existence, Turmeric is proving to be the darling child we’ve all been waiting for. Or at least that’s what they say. But there’s one important distinction that needs to be made: consumption vs. absorption. You can consume turmeric in whatever form you’d like…

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When Your Stress Handling System Gets Stressed!

June 7, 2018 / Comments Off on When Your Stress Handling System Gets Stressed!

When Your Stress Handling System Gets Stressed! Our bodies are designed to manage stress no matter what form it comes in. Whether it’s an internal stressor like gut inflammation or an external stressor such as your current tax bill, you should be more than capable of helping you manage whatever stress comes your way as…

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Women Need Female Friendships!

April 30, 2018 / Comments Off on Women Need Female Friendships!

Human beings need connection, and that’s a reality most people won’t dispute. But technology, time, and work-life balance woes contribute to the breaking down of our personal and professional lives. This breakdown contributes greatly to regular anxiety, feelings of aloneness, and other mental wellness issues. Of course, this affects our health and our overall quality…

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Benefits of Golden Milk

October 2, 2017 / Comments Off on Benefits of Golden Milk

Often referred to as turmeric milk, the blend primarily made with milk and turmeric also known as golden milk, confers numerous benefits to our bodies and our brains. Turmeric, a spice native to South Asia and part of the ginger family, is said to have antimicrobial characteristics, and has been linked (through not widely confirmed)…

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