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ENZYMES: A HEALTH MIRACLE? Without enzymes, plants, humans and animals wouldn’t exist. They are necessary for most cellular functions and biological processes, including optimal digestion and nutrient absorption. Enzymes are proteins that are composed of amino acids. They are secreted by the body to catalyze functions that wouldn’t normally be possible at body temperature. In […]
Have you ever had foie gras? It’s a French delicacy made by force-feeding a duck or a goose to give it a fatty liver and give that liver a unique flavor. Pretty shocking stuff. But what do they feed the animals to produce this fatty liver? Fat, right? Nope! Sugar, corn and starch. So when […]
A Day in the Life of a Vegan What does it mean to be a vegan in modern times? Many misconceptions have manifested since it’s origins. But just what is it about the vegan lifestyle that keeps us coming back for more and how can we implement the benefits into our own lives (even if […]
Whether you are a newbie or a lifer, after hitting the gym hard on some days, the price is DOMS, Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness. While your body is reshaping and repairing the tiny tears in the muscle, you may be walking funny for 24-48 hrs afterwards. So when you are faced with that stiff legged […]
Our modern world is full to the brim with unwanted chemicals and pollutants, many of which are insidious and totally unknown to us. You can’t taste the lead in the air, or even in your lipstick. But considering the average American has over 700 chemicals, heavy metals and other unhealthy pollutants in their blood, we […]
Dry skin brushing, AKA garshana, dry exfoliation or simply “skin brushing”, is one of the most invigorating, feel-good natural health practices out there. Here is everything you need to know, from the dangers and countless benefits to finding a brush for your skin type. WHAT IS DRY SKIN BRUSHING? Dry brushing is simply running the […]
With the economic turmoil and job losses over the last several years, the last thing this country needs is any more layoffs and hard-working employees out of work. It’s time for companies to get creative and proactive with keeping their costs under control, while avoiding having to hand out the dreaded pink slip. But have […]
An estimated 50-70% of the United States population is insulin resistant. This is a condition that can lead to type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or a host of other serious medical conditions. If you have insulin resistance, eating the wrong diet can literally be killing you slowly. Having a basic understanding of insulin resistance could save your […]
Wild is the way to go If you don’t know how to get food anywhere except the local supermarket, you may be fascinated to know that David Wolfe can find all kinds of food in wild nature. Not only that but wild food has more energy and vitality so is better for your health. Even […]
We’re Off Balance If you are reading anything in alternative medicine today, you are going to hear about the microbiome. Donna Gates started studying gut microbes long before others got into microbiome research and 20 years ago, she coined the term “inner ecosystem” to describe the diversity of microbial life in our bodies. Alterations in […]
The modern world seems determined to put you on your backside. Our ancestors worked in physically demanding farms and factories, but modern technology has taken away that physical strain. We’ve swapped standing for sitting, which is a serious problem for the three muscles that make up your buttocks. Sitting doesn’t require any engagement from your […]
Fat and Sick Abel James, creator of the podcast “Fat Burning Man.” is breaking it down for us today. Abel used to be one of those ‘annoying’ overachievers who chased the American Dream with a passion. By the time he was in his mid-20’s he had everything he had ever dreamed of: a good job, […]
You want a tight core. Your best friend proudly sports a “dad bod” but wants to touch his toes without pain. Your partner has no interest in a tight core, can toe touch without pain, but wants to run a six minute mile. We all have varying fitness goals, and you already know that different […]
Making BIG Change Ten years ago two people’s individual passions collided to create a move that changed the world. Alex Jamieson had a passion for cooking and health food; Morgan Spurlock had a passion for film making. Together they decided to create a film showing what would happen if someone ate nothing but McDonald’s food […]
The Grandmaster Carl Totton is a professor, with doctorates in education and psychology. He is also the Grandmaster of Pedram’s lineage of Kung Fu. When people think of Kung Fu, they think of an ancient martial art. They’re not wrong. Kung Fu has a rich history… Carl Totton brings the lessons from this martial past […]
Learning From Our Cravings Most of us have a love/hate relationship with our cravings and desires. With wisdom gained from tough personal experience, Alex Jamieson teaches us to honor our desires and cravings. She wants us to change our relationship with our food and our bodies. Alex was the co-star of the award-winning documentary Supersize […]
Sleep is the answer Most of us are not getting the sleep we need and it’s wreaking havoc on our lies. But I’ve got my good friend Shawn Stevenson on today who’s the host of The Model Health show and author of a new book called Sleep Smarter. He’s got some great solutions for […]
Battling Addiction Dr. Susan Pierce Thompson is no stranger to addiction. In her own words, she has “had to live [her] life through the lens” of addiction. As a teenager, she began to use drugs as a means to combat weight gain, ultimately leading her to drop out of high school. Thankfully, at the age […]
Aging: The Downhill Slide Your fitness challenges increase as you get older. A variety of physical limitations can sneak up on you after the age of 40. Once we hit our sixth decade, our fitness determines our quality and length of life. The good news is that it’s never too late to improve our odds […]
Last year brought us the “dad bod,” a term coined by a Clemson University student whose blog post quickly went viral as the antithesis to “rock hard abs.” The post’s mass appeal insinuated that honing a sculpted physique is merely superficial, and #dadbod enthusiasts everywhere rejoiced. In reality, having a strong core is much deeper […]
