Real Wellness
As a culture, we spend so much time sitting. Think about it: many of us sit in our cars (or on buses) on our commutes to and from work, we often sit in chairs for hours at a time when we get there, and then we sit on the couch or in a computer chair […]
Tea can be a gentle way to keep the body in line every day, including hormones, mood, digestion and sleep. These are things many women struggle with, and keeping a wide variety of therapeutic teas on hand can be a great way to help yourself feel better fast. Since many prepared tea bags have natural […]
According to a new study, taking antibiotics on a regular basis could increase your chances of developing type 2 diabetes. Danish researchers investigated the link in a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. The researchers found that study participants who had taken more antibiotics leading up to the study were more […]
Conquering acne naturally is a huge achievement, and can bring a whole new shine to your self-confidence. Unfortunately, many of us are left with unsightly scars and dull, welted skin that presents a whole new problem. Conventional wisdom says that scars are forever. We are told that at best we might reduce their appearance with […]
Dried fruits sometimes get a bad reputation due to the fact that some have a high concentration of natural sugars, as well as the processing that some varieties go through. While you do have to be careful which ones you choose, and how many you eat, many dried fruits can provide phenomenal benefits for your […]
Many people run out of fresh food and think they automatically have no other healthy options to eat in the house, but this isn’t true at all! In fact, some of the most life-extending ingredients can — and should be — kept in the pantry. To make room for all the good stuff, you’ll have […]
Some major changes are coming to some of the most recognizable brands in your grocery store. New efforts, spurred in part by initiatives from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., aim to eliminate unhealthy ingredients and prioritize public health. Health Secretary RFK Jr.’s, “Make America Healthy Again” platform tackles what he calls a “corrupt alliance” […]
Researchers have been wondering if contracting respiratory illnesses like the common cold can lead to a person developing a chronic lung disease. Macrophages play a role In a study from Washington University, St. Louis, found that immune cells that are sent to the lungs to fight infection can accumulate and cause inflammatory problems. Eventually, this […]
Eating plenty of vegetables can help reduce your risk for many chronic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke and certain cancers. For example, one 2010 study found that eating just one extra serving of leafy greens a day reduced the risk of type 2 diabetes by 14 percent. Fresh vegetables are a nutritional cornerstone, as […]
Rosacea can start out as what seems to be a rosy glow on the cheeks. Over time, little red squiggle marks appear on the skin. A quick visit to the dermatologist can confirm a diagnosis of this common skin condition. The rosy glow of rosacea usually manifests after 30. “Rosacea is one of the most undiagnosed […]
