We have all been taught that our genes dictate our futures, a roadmap for our bodies and our health. These genes are set upon birth, predetermined, and there is nothing that we can do to change that destiny. New studies are calling this belief into question. What are Cruciferous Vegetables? Cruciferous vegetables are also known […]
Everyone can appreciate a good glass of milk, especially in combination with some of your favorite cereal. However, studies show that commercial milk producers are hiding hormones in their products! Just like basically every commercial food product out there, milk has been contaminated too. For some odd reason, business CEO’s think that it is such […]
No matter what you like to have for breakfast, eggs have always been a family favorite in the mornings. They might just be more beneficial than you think too! Eggs have recently been given a bad connotation because of high cholesterol fears, but new studies show that they are actually pretty beneficial for you. In […]
We have to keep our bodies performing at their peak, or at least try. The most essential part of the body is probably the cardiovascular system. If you want anything to be performing well, you’ll have to start there. In the United States alone, over 700,000 people suffer from a heart attack every year! Almost […]
Do you deal with high stress levels? Do you often find yourself feeling tired, or notice that you are gaining weight despite having made no changes to your diet or workout habits? The answer may come back to high cortisol levels! What is Cortisol? Cortisol is often referred to as the ‘stress hormone’ as it […]
Two major research groups have now released reports linking the consumption of processed meats, including bacon, ham and salami, with an increased risk of cancer. The first study was released by the World Health Organization (WHO) in October 2015, investigating the link between both processed meat and red meat consumption and 15 different types of […]
The number of different cleanse and detox options available online can be overwhelming, each claiming to be better and more effective than the last. Some lay out specific meals to follow, others promote 3 days of nothing but juice, and everything in between. Rather than struggling through 3 days of hunger, trying to satisfy yourself […]
Most recognized for being the main spice in curry, turmeric is a spice that is commonly used in Asian foods. Often used for flavoring or coloring curry powders, butters, cheese and mustards, turmeric also boasts many medical benefits. Turmeric has been found to have antioxidant, antimicrobial, choleretic, anti-inflammatory and carminative effects. It contains over 100 […]
The gut is basically the mitochondria of the body; it’s the powerhouse. It is where we receive all of our vitamins and nutrients, and if it isn’t functioning properly, a lot of things can go wrong with our bodies. The phrase you are what you eat goes a long way. We essentially are what we […]
When you think of scary diseases and health issues what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Is it cancer? It certainly should be, because it’s one of the most deadly and common diseases out there. Cancer is no joke, and it demands to be taken seriously. It seems like we all know someone who […]