Bones and the Defense of the Acid-Alkaline Balance You likely know that bones store the vast majority of the body’s three-plus pounds of calcium. Maintaining proper calcium levels within your body will help increase bone health. When blood calcium declines to dangerous levels, the body draws calcium out of the bones to replenish it. If … Read more
Although there are genetic, behavioral, metabolic and hormonal influences on body weight, being overweight can be caused by several factors. One newly thought of factor that can influence your risk for being overweight is your location! People living in northern climates may have certain gut bacteria that influences their risk for being overweight. This may … Read more
Many who end up with severe illness produce low amounts of Type 1 interferon. There’s also a reduction in their adaptive immune system. As a result, they don’t clear the virus quickly and end up having to rely on a more proinflammatory killing of the virus inside their cells instead. Immune System Basics As a … Read more
How often do you workout? Eating well won’t let the trick alone, and you have to be more active and exercise more. Introduce healthy changes to your daily routine, and you will soon look and feel better. We give you 5 amazing exercises, so you better add them to your workout routine. You will look … Read more
When it comes to healthy foods, it’s hard to beat beets. The nutrition facts for beets don’t lie. They are a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that are great for your health—antioxidants and fiber just to name two. Beets support heart health, liver detoxification, brain health, and much more. If it’s been a … Read more
Unless you live in a plastic bubble, you can’t seal yourself away from all germs in life. They’re everywhere—especially this time of year. Your best bet to stay healthy is to boost your immune system so it can defeat any microscopic invaders before they lay siege. But if you took all the immune boosters recommended … Read more
7 Top Tips for Fighting Cold & Flu to Stay Healthy Cold and Flu season is now upon us and that means it is time to think about preventative measures to avoid long illnesses. Dr. Doni, an award-winning naturopathic doctor and nutritionist, is offering her tried and tested methods for staying healthy and resilient during … Read more
It is never too early to be concerned about bone health. As a natural function of aging, we undergo a life-long progression of bone-tissue loss. For some, however, this loss progresses faster than others. It is important to be mindful of bone health throughout your life, so that you arrive in your golden years with … Read more
Eating a Mediterranean-type diet could reduce bone loss in people with osteoporosis — according to new research from the University of East Anglia. New findings published today show that sticking to a diet rich in fruit, vegetables, nuts, unrefined cereals, olive oil, and fish can reduce hip bone loss within just 12 months.The study is … Read more
Coffee is actually very healthy and health benefits of coffee are extensive. It is loaded with antioxidants and beneficial nutrients that can improve your health. If you suffer from constipation coffee may help. The studies show that coffee drinkers have a much lower risk of several serious diseases. Here are the top 13 evidence-based health … Read more