Using Your Gut to Protect Your Brain!
Researchers have proven that we do, in fact, think with our gut! Okay, well not quite, but we are discovering that many brain disorders are directly associated with how healthy our gut is. The importance [...]
Researchers have proven that we do, in fact, think with our gut! Okay, well not quite, but we are discovering that many brain disorders are directly associated with how healthy our gut is. The importance [...]
Our endocrine system, which manages our body's hormones, is susceptible to being put out of balance by everyday exposure to different chemicals. One of the largest influences is a class of chemicals called xenoestrogens. WHAT [...]
Spice it up! One of the biggest myths about eating natural foods is they are bland. They do not have to be! All the salt and the artificial flavor in processed foods are so strong [...]
Healing power of positivity There have been several studies that show that optimism and pessimism can affect many areas of your health and well-being. Thoughts have power. Words have power. They encourage, heal, comfort, [...]
It’s not just what we eat, but *how* we eat that is important to our overall wellness. We’ve been programmed to eat a certain way that keeps us grinding in a 24/7 cycle that has [...]
The EWG (Environmental Working Group) releases the ir “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” lists every year. According to EWG, the goal of the annual list is to "educate the public about fruits and vegetables with [...]
Generating and maintaining more positive thoughts can have myriad benefits on your health. Positive thoughts help boost our moods and spirits, which can improve every aspect of your well-being. Conversely, negative thoughts can weigh heavy on our minds and hold us back, or drag us down. Embracing a positive mindset is a question of balance. What should you let go of, and what should you hold on to?
Saturated fats. Healthy fats. Omegas. Polys. And on, and on, and on. What does it all mean? We're here to break down the mystical world of fats. Let's dive in.
Insulin is a hormone that helps our bodies control their levels of blood sugar, which is essential in our daily functions. If your cells become resistant to insulin, it can lead to high blood sugar levels. High blood sugar triggers our pancreas to create more insulin. Improving your body's insulin sensitivity can help reduce its resistance, and reduce the risk of many diseases such as diabetes. Here are 5 natural methods for improving your insulin sensitivity.
To build or maintain our immune system's strength, we need to focus our energies on the body's powerhouse: its digestive system. Our digestive system is often referred to as the gut microbiome. So how can we help keep our gut microbiome healthy and strong? Here's a few tips you can refer to every day: