Water Down & Drink Up High quality protein. Disease-fighting antioxidants. Essential vitamins and minerals. Fiber. Many people do a great job of making sure they get adequate amounts of these essential nutrients. What often slips…
Unstable blood sugar. Energy crashes. High blood pressure. Constipation. Depression. Inflammation. High cholesterol. Acne. These are just a few of the unwanted consequences of eating a diet high in refined grains. Refined grains, starches, and…
It turns out fiber is not as easy as soluble versus insoluble. There are several different types of fibers that fall under each category, all varying at the molecular level. They even vary in terms…
We’re happy this month to introduce a guest post this month from our friend Leslie Klenke, the author of “Paleo Girl.” It’s a fun and engaging primer on how to integrate the Paleo lifestyle into…
The common thought is that we do not have to worry about diabetes, heart disease or other similar health risks until later in life. Should we really be waiting until the “Middle Ages” to try…
Do you feel you’re under too much stress? Common stressors include not having enough time, getting more than you can handle, or having expectations that aren’t met. Often, stress can make a person practice unhealthy…
Another Great Catch The discovered health benefits of fish oil are ever-growing. The growing body of research on omega-3 fatty acids never disappoints. Fish oil from fish or supplements has recently been shown to protect…
How Fit are You? What is your first inclination when you want to gauge your current health status? Most people would hop onto a scale to measure their weight and then grab a calculator to determine…
A Healthy Diet is Not Enough Health does not just happen. The closer we peer into the human body, the more we appreciate the intricate and complex parts and processes it’s made of, including the…
The Buzz on Bacteria – Probiotics and Prebiotics Deep inside your gastrointestinal tract (or gut) is an on-going, daily balancing act performed by your digestive system. Your digestive system is home to several hundred different…
