For older adults experiencing severe water retention or who need help regulating fluids in the body, natural diuretics such as sarsaparilla, green tea, horsetail, and hawthorn berries, are great ways to help the body rid itself of excess fluid such as...
When we are stressed and in need of some relaxation, we typically turn to caffeine and sugar to help calm us down. But, we all know they aren’t good for us, and they don’t really work. Sure they give us a little “pick me up,” but what goes up, must come...
You’ve heard the old adage that first impressions are important, and how you look makes a huge difference in how others may see you and treat you. But for most of us, primping and prepping every day as if we are going to church, on a job interview, or...
’Tis the season for gift giving, joy lifting.. and germ spreading. That’s probably why this week, December 2-9, has been deemed National Handwashing Awareness Week, and it couldn’t come soon enough. While we’re welcoming more people into our homes, or...
Although it is on the list of 50 core herbs used in Eastern medicine, little Western scientific research has been done on the Chinese herb, rehmannia . Rehmannia, also known as Rehmannia glutinosa , is a root which is native to China, Japan, and Korea....
It’s almost summer, so getting into shape for a perfect beach body may be out of the question, but you still have time to shed those few extra pounds to feel – and look – healthier in your warm weather clothes. Keep reading to learn some easy and natural...
Our ancestors probably never imagined the busy world we live in today – where distractions from smartphones and social apps constantly bombard us with demands that take away from our time and responsibilities, but most importantly, they take a toll on...
The holiday season is here and, if you have guests visiting, you will want to have an arsenal of healthy recipes you can serve them. This low carb shrimp and sautéed spinach recipe will be one you will want to add to your cookbook binders. Beneficial...
Who else is super excited that the warmer weather has finally started to arrive? It’s officially time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine, all while getting in some much needed outdoor fitness. Seriously, who wants to spend time in a stuffy gym when...
Are you on a mission to lose weight, or at least make improvement through you diet by cutting out sugar and other foods that aren’t so great for you? Sometimes, it’s easier said than done, sugar can be quite addictive! There is so good news, though. There...
If you’ve ever struggled with your eyesight, then you already know how important your vision health is. Good eyesight (even when it’s corrected by glasses or contacts) is something most of us take for granted, but we shouldn’t. We are lucky to have the...
Who’s ready to get their feast on? If you’re getting excited about Thanksgiving, you’re not alone. It’s a day off from work (for most of us) and all the best comfort foods are on one table. It’s hard not to overindulge a little! We’re all a little guilty...
You watch what you put inside your body, so why not what you put on your body? Everything that comes into contact with our skin has a 60 percent chance of making its way inside our bodies. That’s why organic skin care is just as important as organic food....
Our furry friends can be such fun and adorable companions, so it may seem obvious that pet owners would live longer and happier lives as a result of the relationships they have with their pets. However, if there is any doubt in your mind, recent studies...
Have you been thinking about trying the Keto diet for increased energy and weight loss? Or, perhaps you’ve started on Keto, but have stalled on your progress and you don’t know why? Keto supplements could help, specifically 7-Keto DHEA. Read ahead to...
A brand new year means brand new goals for the family to get fit and healthy. Creating new healthy habits that the family can do together is the best way to set yourselves up for success, plus instill in your kids how important regular exercise is to...
Are you going back and forth about whether or not you need a flu shot? The truth is, it’s always better to be safe than sorry and just go ahead and get one. It’s especially important for particular groups of people at risk for developing serious health...
The next time you’re at the supermarket, pick up a jar of coconut oil. You’ll be shocked at the number of different ways you can use it, and not just for random reasons like getting melted gum off your couch (yep, it can do that!). Coconut oil is insanely...
Breastfeeding is one of the most important gifts you can give your baby. The countless health benefits it provides for your infant are reason enough to do it, but he’s not the only one lucking out with the liquid gold. Breastfeeding can help you lose...
When it gets hot, there’s nothing more satisfying than a crunchy bite of a juicy fruit salad. Almost nothing serves as a better vitamin-rich substitute to the high fructose-dense snacks that are so conveniently attainable at your local grocery store today...
Your health is the most important thing. How many times will we hear that phrase being spoken throughout our lives? Well, the reason this phrase gets repeated over and over is, there’s a lot of truth in it. We can easily escape most of our troubles, if...
Summer is right around the corner, and the temperatures are starting to soar. While some of us will enjoy the freedom of going outside without a jacket and taking part in summer activities, heat is a real concern. High temperatures can result in dehydration,...
It’s a fact of life that almost every driver will be involved in some kind of car accident during their lives. Driving accidents can be caused by inexperience, stress, a lack of focus, carelessness, intoxication, and any number of other reasons. And no...
Do you remember when you were young, and your mother would give you cakes for breakfast? No doubt this was a meal choice that was enough to make you excited for the entire week. Now that you are older, the idea of eating cakes for breakfast still excites...
If you wear glasses, you know how frustrating it can be when you can’t find them. You struggle to remember where you had them last and the fact that your vision is impaired without them probably isn’t helping matters. Fortunately, there is such a thing...