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Lifestyle

Giving Up Alcohol for Just 1 Month Has Lasting Benefits

December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 -

Many of us will have enjoyed numerous glasses of wine, beer, champagne, or other alcoholic beverages over the winter holidays. Thus, in January, we may feel the need to take a break from alcohol. An alcohol-free month is the best … Continue reading Giving Up Alcohol for Just 1 Month Has Lasting Benefits

Lifestyle

10 Warning Signs of an Alcohol Problem

September 18, 2021September 18, 2021 -

Check Yourself Are you wondering whether your drinking is on the high side of normal or if it’s crossed the line into a problem? Think back on the past year. If any of the following scenarios seem familar, it might … Continue reading 10 Warning Signs of an Alcohol Problem

Nutrition

PFAS Contamination: Legislation to Help Clean Drinking Water

April 20, 2021 -

Turns out America’s drinking water woes expand far beyond lead. A class of common chemicals used in everything from nonstick pans and stain-treated carpets, clothing and furniture to fast-food packaging is a source of widespread contamination in certain pockets of … Continue reading PFAS Contamination: Legislation to Help Clean Drinking Water

Nutrition

Is Coke Zero (Coca-Cola Without Sugar) Healthy?

November 14, 2020 -

Coke Zero, which has recently been rebranded as Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, is marketed as a healthier version of the original sugar-sweetened beverage, Coca-Cola Classic. It contains zero calories and sugar while providing the signature Coca-Cola flavor, making it an appealing … Continue reading Is Coke Zero (Coca-Cola Without Sugar) Healthy?

Nutrition

Good Drinks for Babies and Kids

October 21, 2020 -

Healthy Eating Guideline Provide water in addition to age appropriate milk drinks. Infants under the age of 6 months who are not exclusively breastfed can be offered cooled, boiled water in addition to infant formula. Good drinks for babies Breastmilk … Continue reading Good Drinks for Babies and Kids

Health

Bicarbonate’s Importance to Human Health

August 28, 2020August 28, 2020 -

Bicarbonate is a major element in our body. Secreted by the stomach, it is necessary for digestion. When ingested, for example, with mineral water, it helps buffer lactic acid generated during exercise and also reduces the acidity of dietary components. … Continue reading Bicarbonate’s Importance to Human Health

Lifestyle

8 Things That Can Happen When You Stop Drinking Alcohol

July 24, 2020July 24, 2020 -

If you’re thinking about quitting drinking, or maybe just slightly changing your relationship with alcohol, you might be intimidated by some of the side effects of cutting back on your consumption of booze. Drawing on scientific evidence as well as … Continue reading 8 Things That Can Happen When You Stop Drinking Alcohol

Health

Benefits of Drinking Water for Skin, Digestion, Weight and More

July 15, 2020July 15, 2020 -

We all know that we should drink “enough water” — but what are the benefits of drinking water exactly? Staying hydrated is important for electrolyte balance, supports digestion, allows our bodies to disperse nutrients, and helps maintain normal functioning of … Continue reading Benefits of Drinking Water for Skin, Digestion, Weight and More

Health

Immune Boosting Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements

June 9, 2020June 9, 2020 -

Whether you’re fighting off an infection or combating a cold, adding a few immune-boosting vitamins to your routine can be incredibly beneficial. In fact, certain vitamins, minerals and supplements have been shown to fine-tune immune function, enhance antibody production and … Continue reading Immune Boosting Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements

Nutrition

Quinine in Tonic Water: Safety, Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

June 9, 2020 -

Believe it or not, one of the oldest cures for malaria, a compound called quinine, is now found in a popular “mixer” used to make cocktails: … Continue reading Quinine in Tonic Water: Safety, Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

Nutrition

Deschutes Wowza! Is the Rare Low-Calorie Beer That Tastes Great

March 24, 2020March 24, 2020 -

Deschutes Wowza! is a hazy pale ale that’s full-bodied yet easy to drink at 4% ABV (alcohol by volume). Wowza! continues the craft beer tradition of big-muscled flavor while staying impossibly light—just 100 calories and 4g of carbs per can. … Continue reading Deschutes Wowza! Is the Rare Low-Calorie Beer That Tastes Great

Nutrition

Ranking the best bottled water of 2020

March 10, 2020March 10, 2020 -

Water is essential for life, but what if you can’t trust the source of your tap water? Bottled water is a great alternative when the purity of your tap water is in question, whether because of bacterial contamination, heavy metals, … Continue reading Ranking the best bottled water of 2020

Nutrition

Oat Milk vs. Almond Milk: Which Is Healthier? Dietitians Weigh In

March 1, 2020March 1, 2020 -

Walking down the the dairy aisle is literally nuts these days. Seriously, where there used to be only cow’s milk, countless nut milks and other plant-based alternatives (hellooo, oat milk) are now taking over. Though almond milk held court as … Continue reading Oat Milk vs. Almond Milk: Which Is Healthier? Dietitians Weigh In

Lifestyle

Here’s What Happens When You Quit Drinking Alcohol for 100 Days

February 5, 2020February 5, 2020 -

Ever-popular 30 day challenges are a well-known wellness trend. One especially common self-imposed test is Dry January, which encourages participants to give up alcohol for a month. If that sounds tough, imagine going more than three months without a drop … Continue reading Here’s What Happens When You Quit Drinking Alcohol for 100 Days

Lifestyle

Dry Beer Market Is Thriving Worldwide by 2025

December 26, 2019December 27, 2019 -

Latest Study on Industrial Growth of Global Dry Beer Market 2019-2025. A detailed study accumulated to offer Latest insights about acute features of the Dry Beer market. The report contains different market predictions related to market size, revenue, production, CAGR, … Continue reading Dry Beer Market Is Thriving Worldwide by 2025

Health

Why Drinking Milk Doesn’t Help Heartburn, According to an Expert

December 5, 2019December 5, 2019 -

You may have heard that drinking milk helps with heartburn. Or maybe your aunt swears that eating a slice of bread is the quickest way to provide relief from that prickly sting. But when the burning sensation starts, do home … Continue reading Why Drinking Milk Doesn’t Help Heartburn, According to an Expert

Nutrition

8 Best Spiked Seltzers Brands 2019 – Best Hard Seltzers

May 17, 2019May 17, 2019 -

Sparkling water is basically everywhere these days (I’m looking at you, La Croix and Spindrift)—and I am very much here for it. So it’s not shocking that some brands have started adding alcohol to the mix, resulting in bubbly beverages … Continue reading 8 Best Spiked Seltzers Brands 2019 – Best Hard Seltzers

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Dry Mouth Causes + 9 Natural Dry Mouth Remedies

April 6, 2018 -

Did you know that digestion begins in the mouth — and that without proper saliva production it can be difficult to digest foods properly? Saliva contains two essential digestive enzymes: amylase, which breaks down starches, and lingual lipase, which breaks … Continue reading Dry Mouth Causes + 9 Natural Dry Mouth Remedies

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​Excessive Sweating Signs – What Is Hyperhidrosis?

March 12, 2018 -

You expect to be a sweaty mess when you’re working out, but what about when you’re sitting in an all-staff meeting? Or simply strolling from your office to your buddy’s down the hall? Regular sweating—say, you’re in the middle of … Continue reading ​Excessive Sweating Signs – What Is Hyperhidrosis?

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How to Stop Waking Up At Night to Pee – Nocturia Treatments

February 10, 2018 -

You’re snoozing away soundly when you suddenly awaken—with the urge that you have to pee right now. So you shuffle off to the bathroom to do your business before climbing back into bed. If you’re lucky, you’ll fall right back … Continue reading How to Stop Waking Up At Night to Pee – Nocturia Treatments

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Milk Is More Hydrating Than Powerade after a Workout, Study Says

January 31, 2018February 3, 2018 -

Still pounding sports drinks after a tough workout? You’re behind the science times, according to a small new study. Milk and milk alternatives—thanks to their natural balance of sodium, carbohydrate and protein—help the body retain fluid, researchers report in the … Continue reading Milk Is More Hydrating Than Powerade after a Workout, Study Says

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Dehydration Symptoms That Show You Need to Drink More Water

January 21, 2018 -

The old adage, “If you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated!” is actually still up for debate among experts, but one thing is certain: Thirst is far from being your only signal that you need to hydrate, stat. Dehydration occurs when your … Continue reading Dehydration Symptoms That Show You Need to Drink More Water

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Are You One of the Many Women at Risk for Fatty Liver Disease?

December 28, 2017 -

Scientific American asked the question back in 2015 if non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) was America’s greatest health risk of the times. In that year, the American Liver Foundation estimated that up to 25 percent of Americans were living with … Continue reading Are You One of the Many Women at Risk for Fatty Liver Disease?

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‘I Gave Up Drinking Alcohol (Mostly)—Here’s What Happened’

December 8, 2017 -

A glass of wine at the end of a workday. A cocktail before a social event. For 20 years, my drinking had been moderate. But maintaining moderation was a struggle. There were plenty of nights I’d promise myself I wouldn’t … Continue reading ‘I Gave Up Drinking Alcohol (Mostly)—Here’s What Happened’

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How to Get Rid of a Hangover: 9 Home Remedies

December 3, 2017December 3, 2017 -

If you’ve ever spent an evening overindulging in alcohol, chances are you’ve experienced the group of unpleasant symptoms known as a hangover. Headaches, nausea, vertigo and abdominal pain are just a few of the troublesome symptoms associated with consuming alcohol … Continue reading How to Get Rid of a Hangover: 9 Home Remedies

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8 Things That Happen When You Stop Drinking Alcohol

August 15, 2017 -

Maybe your nightly glass of wine has turned into two or three. Or you’re overdoing it on the beer and have the gut to prove it. Continue reading 8 Things That Happen When You Stop Drinking Alcohol

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