Why losing weight without trying is concerning
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Unintentional weight loss is particularly alarming in people as they age as it can have far-reaching effects and could be a result of one or more of the following:
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HEALTHY FOOD
Manage irritable bowel syndrome with a FODMAP diet
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal condition affecting between 25 and 45 million people in the United States or about 1 in 7 people. The majority of sufferers are women and all ages can be affected, including children.
Read MoreArtificial sweeteners may cause more harm than help
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Many people have concerns with GMO’s, gluten, and pesticides, but few question the use of artificial sweeteners. From aspartame (Equal, Nutra-Sweet), sucralose (Splenda), stevia (Truvia, Pure Via), and acesulfame-K (Sunett, Sweet One), these substitutes for sugar riddle our food supply without many of us knowing it as they are not always clearly labeled on food packaging.
Read More7 ways to curb junk food cravings for good
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Here are some helpful tips to keep you on track managing the cravings to begin with:
Read MoreIs turkey really the reason for Thanksgiving sleepiness?
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The body cannot make serotonin without tryptophan. Serotonin, in turn, is needed to make melatonin, a hormone that exerts a calming effect on the body which helps regulate sleep and wake cycles.
Read MoreIn a nutshell, nut consumption is good for heart health
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Here’s a nutty idea – avoid heart disease by regularly having a handful of nuts. This is the news according to findings from a recent study recommending increasing the variety of nuts to reduce the risk of this chronic disease.
Read MoreThe healthiest foods on your Thanksgiving table
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Thanksgiving is almost here and that means one thing – food and lots of it. In fact, according to different sources, it is estimated that the average number of calories a person consumes on turkey day is at least 2,400 up to 4,500.
Read MoreWhich are healthier – sprouted grains or whole grains?
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Grains are the seeds of certain plants, primarily cereal grasses. Like all seeds, grain kernels are a marvel of nature, containing the potential of a whole new plant, patiently waiting its turn in the sun.
Read More3 easy ways to avoid blood sugar spikes
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Fortunately, there are three simple strategies that can effectively help keep your post-meal blood sugar stable:
Read MoreFoods helping you fight fatigue
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Every day our body requires the right proportion of sufficient carbohydrates, fat and protein along with adequate water intake.
Read MoreIs Apple Cider Vinegar Really a Miracle Food Or is it All Hype?
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This is where apple cider vinegar may come into play. Studies have shown that apple cider vinegar can have positive effects on the control of blood glucose.
Read MoreWhy we have a national obsession over pumpkin spice
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We spray bomb our homes or light candles infused with the scent, use scented pumpkin deodorant and even wash our dogs in pumpkin spice pet shampoo. Why are we so infatuated with this flavor?
Read MoreDo you have food fears of lectin?
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The Hidden Dangers in “Healthy” Foods That Cause Disease and Weight Gain”, following a lectin-free diet is now the new trending wave of the latest food fear factor we are supposed to accept and believe.
Read More8 myths about dietary supplements
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Each year the dietary supplement industry brings in billions of dollars of sales from an estimated 90,000 products sold to consumers.
Read MoreEnjoy the wonderful world of winter squash
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The versatility, vivid colors and nutrient-packed winter squashes may be associated as more of an autumn décor but they should not be overlooked as a delicious addition to your diet.
Read MoreWhy you should stop drinking sugary beverages
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Sugary beverages – sodas, lemonades, fruit punch, sports and energy drinks – are all a ubiquitous part of the American culture and yet, how many of us realize just how damaging to our health they really are?
Read MoreBest foods to boost red blood cells
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The most abundant cells in human blood are red blood cells. These cells contain hemoglobin which is an iron-rich protein giving blood its distinctive red color and is responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood throughout our body.
Read MoreCarving out health benefits of pumpkins
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If you thought the main thing pumpkins are good for is making a scary jack-o-lantern for Halloween, you’re missing out on the best part.
Read MoreThe new trendy beverage – plant-based waters
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hese beverages made from extracts of fruits, vegetables, grains, grasses, and various plant parts such as leaves and even rinds have become the latest beverage fad and thirst quencher ready to take soda’s place.
Read MoreThe surprising sweet health package of sweet potatoes
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Do not confuse a sweet potato with a yam – botanically they are not the same.
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