Exercise is good for you … but chances are you have no idea how good it actually is. If exercise were a pill, let’s just say it would easily become the best-selling drug in the world because it prevents disease, slows aging, boosts your mental health and makes for a more attractive physique. … Read More
Chronic Pelvis Pain
Chronic pelvis pain can hit anyone. But women suffer the most, with as many as 1 in 7 at any given time by some estimates (and 1 in 4 while pregnant). Yes, it's always a good idea to see a doctor to rule out disease for chronic pain issues. That's why I'm going to share the most common diagnosed causes of chronic pelvis p … Read More
Ankle Pain? 7 Best Steps to Heal It!
Your ankles are one of your body’s key weight-bearing joints, responsible for providing stability and movement while standing or walking. As a hinged joint, your ankle is susceptible to injury during virtually any type of activity, including sports and exercise and even while simply walking or climbing stairs. … Read More
Be Fake! The Real Benefits of Fake Smiles
In 1872, Charles Darwin wrote:[i] "The free expression by outward signs of an emotion intensifies it.” This is among the earliest references to the significant benefit of a fake smile, as donning a grin — even if you’re not necessarily happy — may impact your emotions in a very good way. … Read More
The 8 Top Health Benefits of Sunlight
Have you ever wondered why spending a few minutes basking in warm sunlight feels so good? Many people are intrinsically drawn to the sun, perhaps because their bodies intuitively know that it’s so beneficial (provided it’s not overdone). … Read More
10 Best Healthy Snacks — Boost Energy, Curb Hunger!
Snacks … everybody eats them but not everyone gets them ‘right.’ Grab a handful of pretzels and it’s not likely to satisfy … you’ll be looking for another within five minutes. A fruit smoothie may seem like a good choice … but unless it’s one you’ve made at home, there’s a good chance it contains far too much sugar. … Read More
7 Most Essential Tips to Prevent Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, causing close to 600,000 deaths a year.[i] Often, this is related to plaque build-up in your arteries, known as atherosclerosis, which can hinder blood flow or lead to a blood clot. This, in turn, can cause a heart attack or stroke. … Read More
How to Remove Grease from Pans … and 14 Other Natural Cleaning Tips!
Is the cabinet under your kitchen sink overflowing with cleaning sprays, powders and scrubs that claim to ‘cut grease’ and ‘remove stains’ like magic … yet typically fail to deliver? Not only are most commercial cleaners costly, but they often work no better than cleaners you could make, for pennies, using ingredients you p … Read More
7 Best Foods for Healthy Hair
Move over expensive hair gels and mousse -- a nutritionally packed diet is one of the best secrets to a thick, glowing mane. When you take in nutrients, you body will prioritize them accordingly, sending vitamins and minerals where you need them the most first (i.e. this would be to the cells in your body that are essential … Read More
6 Most INSANE Outdated Medical Procedures and Advice
When you visit your doctor you expect to be getting the best advice and treatments that modern medicine has to offer. But the term ‘modern medicine’ is all relative — and doesn’t necessarily equate to the ‘best’ care. For instance, morphine, opium, arsenic and mercury are all examples of what were once ‘modern-day’ cures. D … Read More