Red yeast rice is the product of yeast (Monascus purpureus) grown on white rice. The powdered yeast-rice mixture is a dietary staple in Asia and has been used in traditional Chinese medicine. Red yeast rice is also available as an … Continue reading Red Yeast Rice – What You Need to Know
Having a lifestyle that makes you fitter and healthier is important in today’s era. One thing that needs to be eliminated for a healthier lifestyle is sugar. Sugar is known to be the main cause of various conditions such as … Continue reading Best Sugar Free Fruits and Juices for Diabetes
We all have those items that you always seem to lose or just constantly need more of no matter how many you buy. For many people, that item is lip balm. Most of us can attest to having a few … Continue reading Which Balm for Chapped and Dry Lips?
When it comes to fast-food cheat meals, McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish has been a popular meat-free choice for more than six decades. But what’s really in it? And is it really that bad for you? Let’s take a look. Here’s a peek … Continue reading What Is Inside McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish and Is It Healthy?
How our diets affect migraine Many things can trigger a migraine attack, including what we eat and drink. According to the Migraine Research Foundation, foods that trigger migraine may only do so when combined with other triggers. But this combination … Continue reading 10 Foods That Trigger Migraines
What Does Vitamin D Do? Vitamin D helps your child build strong bones and prevent rickets. Rickets is a condition of softening of the bones that can occur in growing children. When Does My Child Need Vitamin D? And How … Continue reading When and How Much Vitamin D Does My Child Need?
Getting a six pack is a reward for your training and a sign that your healthy eating is paying dividends. It’s not just for the camera, though: having strong abs helps stabilise your core, and can increase your gains in … Continue reading 6 Training Tips to Get a Six Pack in 2023
So much of healthy living is really made up of small things we do daily—things that are so small they don’t feel momentous, but that, done consistently over time, add up to produce big results. Here are 15 tips to … Continue reading 15 Simple Tips for Healthy and Happy Living
Milk thistle is a plant named for the white veins on its large prickly leaves. One of the active ingredients in milk thistle called silymarin is extracted from the plant’s seeds. Silymarin is believed to have antioxidant properties. Milk thistle … Continue reading Milk Thistle: Use, Safety and Side Effects
Caffeine, massage, ginger, and over-the-counter pain relievers are just a few of the methods used to help ease migraine pain. Identifying your triggers — and taking other medications — may even help prevent the pain altogether. A migraine is more … Continue reading 12 Ways to Relieve Migraine and Prevention
Not only is the Mediterranean diet a tasty way to eat, drink and live, but it’s also a realistic and sustainable way to reduce disease-causing inflammation and maintain a healthy weight. In fact, U.S. News named the Mediterranean Diet the best … Continue reading Mediterranean Diet: What It Is, Benefits, How to Follow It
Those arm-squeezing machines at the pharmacy can be a lot of fun to use, but if you’re concerned about your health and fitness, having a blood pressure monitor of your own is a good idea. There are plenty of health … Continue reading 3 Best Blood Pressure Monitors
Even though stretch marks rarely cause any significant medical problems, they can be annoying, distressful and cause embarrassment because it often seems there is no way to get rid of them. Stretch marks, also known as striae distensae, are found … Continue reading How to Get Rid of Stretch Marks
Your feet are among your most important body parts. They get you where you want to go, help you stay healthy through physical activity, and provide freedom of movement. However, it’s easy to take your feet for granted — until … Continue reading Feet First: 6 Tips for Healthy Feet and Good Mobility
Stress is emotional or physical tension. Stress typically causes the “fight or flight” response, a complex reaction of neurologic and endocrinologic systems that produces some characteristic symptoms. Signs and symptoms of stress can be emotional or physical. Emotional symptoms can … Continue reading Stress: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
There are all types of diets out there — some good, some bad — but there is perhaps no diet better for longevity and staving off disease than a mostly plant-based alkaline diet. Don’t just take my word for it. … Continue reading Alkaline Diet Foods, Benefits, Recipes and Tips
When you find out you’re about to become a parent, you may feel a bit overwhelmed. You’ll soon find yourself making so many decisions including what diapers to use for your new baby. Diapers are part of every parent’s life … Continue reading 5 Best Baby Diapers for 2023
Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea — the clear, dome-shaped tissue on the front of your eye that covers the pupil and iris. Keratitis may or may not be associated with an infection. Noninfectious keratitis can be caused by … Continue reading Keratitis – Symptoms, Causes and Prevention
Roast a turkey crown if you’re catering to fewer people this Christmas. It’s also a lighter option if you don’t want to overindulge on the big day Highlight Nutrient Unit kcal 350 fat 7g saturates 2g carbs 22g sugars 16g … Continue reading Christmas Healthy Roast Turkey Recipe
Socialization demands, financial pressure, and a push to be festive can bring a variety of stress — including symptoms of depression. But support is available to help you cope. The holidays are portrayed as a positive time of year. The … Continue reading Depression and Holidays: 5 Ways to Cope with It
Food processing (or processed food) has been demonized for its association with unhealthy dietary patterns and chronic disease, but most of the evidence that drives these associations is based on relatively weak observational studies and relatively arbitrary food processing classification … Continue reading Food Processing: Pros, Cons and the Future
Glowy skin is invariably in flair. It makes the complexion look more vibrant, youthful, and healthy overall. Apart from photoshop, there is no magic eraser that can instantly remove acne or flawless skin. However, if you’re wondering how to get … Continue reading Skin Beauty Hacks for Clear and Glowing Skin
Chances are at some time in your life, you’ve made a New Year’s resolution — and then broken it. This year, stop the cycle of resolving to make change and then not following through. If your resolution is to take better care of yourself and get … Continue reading 10 Tips to Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolution
According to Kundalini teachers and practitioners, a regular practice, even if it’s just for several minutes per day, can help create greater inner peace, promote relaxation, and increase life satisfaction through meaningful relationships, work and creative outlets. Continue reading Kundalini Yoga Benefits for Mind and Body
1. Eat a balanced diet 2. Stay well hydrated Remember to drink 8 glasses of water a day. Your body is made up of 80% water, and water is necessary for regular bowel function, optimal muscle performance, and immune and … Continue reading 10 Tips for a More Healthy Lifestyle 2023
Ready to feed your 6 to 24 month old? Mealtime can be a messy and fun learning experience. Your child may have about 3 meals and 2 to 3 snacks every day. Having a routine can help children know what … Continue reading Mealtime Routines and Tips for Children
Your immune system consists of a complex collection of cells, processes, and chemicals that constantly defends your body against invading pathogens, including viruses, toxins, and bacteria (1Trusted Source, 2Trusted Source). Keeping your immune system healthy year-round is key to preventing … Continue reading 5 Best Supplements to Boost Your Immune System Right Now
Many of our friends and family members have been duped into believing that artificial sweeteners like Splenda® are saviors to prevent diabetes and obesity. However, the health risks associated with the ingredients in Splenda, or sucralose, are extensive and downright … Continue reading Is Sucralose Bad? 5 Reasons to Avoid This Artificial Sweetener
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a collection of inflammatory diseases affecting the digestive tract. IBD symptoms include severe cramping, bloating, and diarrhea. These symptoms can be painful and disruptive to your daily life. In recent years, there’s been growing interest … Continue reading CBD for IBD: Is It Safe and Effective?
No brand of infant formula is best for all babies. You should pick an infant formula that is made especially for babies. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates commercial infant formulas to make sure they meet minimum nutritional … Continue reading Choosing an Infant Formula
Yellow fever vaccine is used to prevent infection by the yellow fever virus. This vaccine works by causing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the virus. Vaccination against yellow fever is recommended for all persons 9 months … Continue reading Yf-Vax Yellow Fever Vaccine
Since we live in a place where the sun shines brightly most days of the year, it’s hard not to expose your skin to damaging UV rays. Also, repeated facial expressions and general aging can leave your skin weathered, wrinkled, … Continue reading Pros and Cons of CO2 Laser Resurfacing
When preparing food for you and your family, it is important to keep safety in mind. Children younger than 5 years old are at risk for foodborne illness because their immune systems are still developing. Learn important food safety steps … Continue reading Food Preparation and Safety
Coined “The Mother of All Antioxidants” by Mark Hyman, MD, glutathione remains one of the hottest topics in both natural health and medical circles today. Over 139,000 peer-reviewed scientific articles have addressed this powerhouse molecule, and experts are now recognizing … Continue reading Glutathione Benefits: Best Ways to Boost It
Gastritis is a general term for a group of conditions with one thing in common: Inflammation of the lining of the stomach. The inflammation of gastritis is most often the result of infection with the same bacterium that causes most … Continue reading Gastritis – Symptoms and Causes
A muscle cramp is a sudden and involuntary contraction of one or more of your muscles. If you’ve ever been awakened in the night or stopped in your tracks by a sudden charley horse, you know that muscle cramps can … Continue reading Muscle Cramp – Symptoms and Causes
Healthy eating is all about balance. There is no need to add salt or sugar to your child’s food. There are also some foods and drinks that are not safe for your child to eat and others that are not … Continue reading Foods and Drinks to Avoid or Limit
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne is the most common skin condition in the United States. Occasional breakouts and chronic acne plague tens of millions of Americans of all ages every year. About 85 percent of teens experience … Continue reading How to Get Rid of Acne Scars: 12 Treatments
Have you ever wondered if you should use skincare products in conjunction with the sauna? What skin products should you use before, during, and/or after the sauna? The best skincare products to use in a sauna are those that can … Continue reading Skin Care Products to Use for Sauna (Before, During and After)
If you haven’t seen kvass at the grocery store, chances are you soon will. Already produced in places like Brooklyn and Pennsylvania, kvass is quickly catching up with kombucha as the hottest probiotic drink. Kvass is a traditional fermented beverage … Continue reading Kvass: A Beverage with Probiotic and Cancer-Fighting Benefits
Coca-Cola has launched its new Coke variety, Coke No Sugar. Here’s what you need to know about the drink. 1. Coke No Sugar is a new version of Coke, in addition to their regular products. It’s not a re-launch of … Continue reading 10 Things You Should Know About Coca-Cola Zero
We all find ourselves spending more time at home than expected. Our old daily routines have gone topsy-turvy. Many of the habits that anchored us, helped us function, have changed. Their absence can be jarring. In this upside-down world, you … Continue reading 6 Tips for Cultivating a Home Wellness Space
Although most of us rarely eat offal — aka organ meat — this nutritious ingredient is actually jam-packed with important vitamins, minerals and micronutrients that can have a huge impact on your health. Interestingly enough, organ meats are far higher … Continue reading Are Organ Meats Healthy? Benefits, Recipes and More
Glycolic, lactic, citric, and malic acids —all of these belong to the family of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). These acids act as chemical exfoliants, dissolving the bonds keeping dead cells on your skin’s surface, explains NYC board certified dermatologist Dr. … Continue reading What to Know Before Combining AHA and Retinol in Your Skin Care Routine
When it comes to maintaining a healthy beard, proper hygiene and post-shave care are vital. Though choosing the proper razor or trimmer is the first step in facial grooming, incorporating a nourishing beard oil or serum into your routine is … Continue reading 3 Best Beard Oils for Growth and Thickness 2022
One of the major draws for people who take up running to keep in shape is how little is needed. There’s no fancy equipment or expensive memberships to worry about — just lace up your sneakers, throw open the front … Continue reading 9 Running Tips for Beginners
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes the rapid buildup of your skin cells. This buildup of cells causes scaling on your skin’s surface. Inflammation and redness around the scales are fairly common. Typical psoriatic scales are whitish-silver and … Continue reading Psoriasis: Causes, Triggers and Treatment
When she breastfed her first child, one thing Rebecca Bain found particularly hard was the lack of support from her husband. So hard that his negativity was one of the main reasons she nursed her baby for only the first … Continue reading Breastfeeding Isn’t a Solo Job — Partner’s Support Is Everything
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