And, in a recent survey we conducted, we found that 93% of people have heard of magnesium but only 18% are taking supplements. We don’t think that’s a coincidence that people do not realize they may be low in this critical mineral. Here’s 10 signs your body is craving more of this critical mineral: You … Read more
Barbecuing is one of the true joys of summertime. Who hasn’t enjoyed good company, perfect weather and good food made over hot coals or a gas fire – at home, in a park, on a beach or a campsite? According to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association, more than 80% of all U.S. households own … Read more
An estimated nine out of ten women get stretch marks at some point in their lives, and it’s a surprisingly common condition in men too. While stretch marks aren’t a health problem in and of themselves, they do tend to make people uncomfortable when it’s time to dust off the swimsuit and hit the beach. … Read more
What is the best diet for living a healthy life? Is it a WFPB (whole-food plant-based), ketogenic, gluten-free, paleo, LCHF (low-carb high-fat), WSHL (whole-starch low-fat), or Mediterranean—the main point of all of these diets is that they include eating lots of plants. Even the USDA MyPlate and the better version from the Harvard School of Public Health have at … Read more
Coconut oil and olive oil are the two most prominent oils that most people reach for when trying to improve their body, hair and skin, but did you know castor oil has many enriching properties that can strengthen your hair and promote growth, and maybe help treat baldness. What is castor oil? Castor oil is … Read more
As the weather (finally) begins to warm up, the prospects of roasty toasty days spent down at the beach or poolside begin to beckon. But if you’re like me, a summertime spent swimming in the pool or cavorting in the ocean means the inevitable clogged ears. And that’s sure to spoil anyone’s day. Clogged ear, … Read more
Ask anyone over age 40 what they most fear in old age, and chances are that memory loss—and its far more serious cousins, dementia and Alzheimer’s —are at the top of the list, right up there with running out of money. We’ve all had some contact with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Whether a friend, relative, mother, father, … Read more
Saunas are used regularly by nearly one-third of all adults in Finland. They’re also extremely popular in the U.S. That’s because nothing is more invigorating for the body like a sauna. They relieve tension, relax muscles and mentally recharge your brain. Now, a new study reveals that saunas may be more than just relaxing, they’re … Read more
Sweat. It’s something that heralds embarrassment for most people, except in sweaty “safe zones” like the gym or sauna. Yet it’s a critical part of our anatomy, and there’s so much more to it than merely an indicator of how many burpees you did at the gym. In fact, it can be a treasure trove … Read more
Real talk: Due to stress, travel, or too much cheese pizza, we’re not always regular. And for reasons that are poorly understood, women are at higher risk — at nearly double the prevalence among men, close to one in five ladies under 50 suffer from digestion issues such as chronic constipation. When you need a bit of digestion relief, popping pills can … Read more