There are plenty of things that you are probably already doing to keep to your healthy diet. Maybe you’re counting calories, limiting your alcohol intake, or filling your pantry with only healthy choices. You might have even thrown away those take-out menus that your...
In the body, the thyroid acts as a set of internal batteries. When the gland is fully charged, it works at peak efficiency to keep you slim and revitalized. But the strain of a go-go-go schedule or other body-burdening factors like chronic inflammation, mineral...
There are so many health benefits of broccoli, that it is a force to be reckoned with in the world of vegetables. As a kid, you probably put it on the side of your plate and made faces at it. But, research has proven it to be one of the most essential vegetables in...
You’ve undoubtedly heard the old adage that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But, is the famous saying true or is it just a myth? Without doubt, apples have amazing health benefits that warrant the “apple a day” adage. Although there are literally dozens of...
Let’s face it. Losing weight can be a challenge. Your grocery store is full of dietary land mines, lined with your favorite off-track snacks. Your local gym is a haven for twenty-somethings who look like they just stepped out of an exercise video. And when did...
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), only 1 in 10 Americans eat enough fruits and vegetables every day. And what is enough? Ideally, you should consume between 5 and 13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily. This equals about 2 1/2 to 6 1/2 cups,...
