Are you one of those people who gets every cold or flu that’s going around? Maybe you’re just more exposed than other people, or have young kids in school (that will definitely bring home the bugs). But chances are if you aren’t able to fight off these illnesses, your immune system may be compromised. So…
If you’re anything like me, you’re always on the lookout for how to improve the health of you and your family. And it’s always a bonus when you can find something that is cheap, easy to use and doesn’t come with a list of side effects. Cue my love for epsom salts. Epsom salt bath…
The often underrated thyroid gland does so much for your body but unfortunately, up to 20 million Americans have some sort of thyroid disease (1). The most common way to remedy that is through prescription medication, or synthetic hormones, that must be maintained for life. But not to worry, there are other options out there…
There are a lot of conflicting ideas out there about breakfast. Some say it’s the time to eat the most and some say skip it altogether. I always think people should go with their gut on this- as long as it isn’t saying “give me a dozen doughnuts please!” Quality information can definitely help…
It might be easy to see where I’m going with this one. Processed Foods vs. Whole Foods. Which one wins out? Obviously, whole foods- by a light year! You probably know whole foods are better for you but maybe you don’t know why processed foods aren’t. Let’s get the easy and obvious one out of…
Artificial sweeteners, also known as non-nutritive sweeteners, were first introduced to the market in the 1950s and have been controversial ever since. Extensive research finds that they are associated with various harmful side effects and dangerous symptoms all the way from migraines to cardiovascular disease to addiction! Because artificial sweeteners do not stop cravings, they…
There’s no better time than right now to evaluate your habits and make some changes for your well-being! For some, losing some pounds is the goal in order to reduce the risk of health problems. You might just be carrying around a few extra pounds from previous pregnancies or from enjoying yourself a little too…
No matter what your age, acne is always embarrassing. Whether you’re getting ready for a night out with friends, taking family pictures or dressing up for that hot date – it’s the last thing you want to see when you look in the mirror. Unfortunately, breakouts can rear their ugly head no matter who you…
You’ve likely seen or heard somebody talking about blue light blocking glasses, but what are they? Do they work? Why do people use them? Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on all things blue light: its impact on our bodies and whether or not blue light blocking glasses make a difference for your sleep, productivity,…
The benefits of aloe vera have been praised for centuries: Chinese medicine uses it to treat fungal diseases, Indian medicine uses it for constipation, and nowadays, we use it for ultimate soothing after a long day at the beach. But the power of aloe vera goes far beyond its topical use– and social media is…
Hippocrates might just very well be rolling over in his grave in Larissa right now. Despite how famous his quote “Let food be thy medicine” is–people still treat it like Greek mythology. I can just see Hippocrates puzzled reaction as he strolls down the CVS pharmacy aisle: What are these hundreds of containers? A young…
Remember that time a couple weeks ago when you got tears in your eyes after passing a limping bird on the side of the road? You were probably in your luteal phase. The days approaching your period are when you’re at the very height of emotional sensitivity. After seeing that struggling bird you probably went…
