Hidden Sodium in Foods: How to Eat Low-Salt to Control Blood Pressure
If you have high blood pressure, reducing your sodium intake is one of the most important diet changes you can make. According to one study, lowering dietary sodium intake decreased the systolic blood pressure (the top number) in 75% of patients tested. Too much sodium causes your body to retain excess water, which increases blood […]
How to Eat for Good Health
Are you looking for ways to improve your health? Eating a healthy diet is a great way to start. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to eat for good health. We’ll cover the benefits of eating a balanced diet and provide some tips on how to make healthy eating easier. So, whether you’re just […]
10 Signs and Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin B-12 is an essential nutrient that all humans must get from their diet. Most dietary sources of vitamin B-12 are animal-based, such as meat, eggs, dairy, fish, and cheese. However, even with a proper diet, some people are deficient in vitamin B-12. Benefits of Vitamin B-12 Vitamin B-12 performs many roles within your body, […]
Why Getting Enough Vitamin D Is Important in the Winter
It is important to be sure we are getting a well-balanced combination of vitamins and minerals through our diets and supplementation if needed. When we don’t get enough of the vitamins and minerals the body needs, our health suffers. One of the most important vitamins we need every day is vitamin D. Why do we […]
Probiotics vs Prebiotics
Prebiotic and probiotic are terms you’ve likely seen in articles or advertising. But what exactly are prebiotics and probiotics? Do you need to choose one or the other? Is a supplement required, or can you get them from your diet? What are they even good for? Follow this guide for everything you need to know […]
National Oatmeal Month: How Oatmeal-Based Products Help Your Skin
If you go into the skincare section of nearly any drug store, you are going to find many different products made from oatmeal for the treatment of several skin conditions. Oatmeal-based products can do a lot for your skin. In fact, you can even make oatmeal at home for these remedies. Here are just a […]
Get Healthy in 2019 With the Elimination Diet
Are you one of the millions of Americans dealing with a chronic condition like migraines, joint pain, or ongoing fatigue? Most of us have at least one condition holding us back from enjoying an optimal quality of life, but we rarely identify the true cause of our chronic issues. The truth is, your eczema or […]
The Real Reasons You Need a Prebiotic
You probably know that taking a probiotic boosts your immune system by strengthening the good bacteria in your gut. But did you know that prebiotics are also important to your overall health? Achieving good health isn’t just about killing the bad bacteria in your body; it’s about supporting and nurturing the billions of good bacteria […]
The Importance of an Alkaline Body
Does your body feel off-balance? Perhaps you are overwhelmed by fatigue or confused by your migraine headaches. You might blame age or stress for your health issues, but the truth is that most chronic conditions begin when the body is no longer alkaline. More and more people are starting to acknowledge the role of an […]
Signs You Need More Vitamin B12
Exhaustion is a sensation that most of us have accepted as a fact of life. Between busy work schedules, demanding social obligations, financial stresses, housework, and everything in between, it’s no mystery why most people drop into bed completely exhausted at the end of the day. However, you shouldn’t have to cope with this chronic […]