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Why A Liver Detox? The human body is a fascinating organism. It’s extremely adaptable to the environment in which it receives. This is a beautiful gift but can also be a curse when we’re not mindful of how we treat it. If our body is a temple, our liver is the gate to ensuring its […]
Energy and its Many Forms Vitality is not something that comes from the next imagined pill, or energy promising drinks, but rather from simple steps to preserving and maintaining the natural resource of energy that resides within us all. Imagining our energy source as a credit card is a useful metaphor in understanding how our […]
Microbes: Friends or Foes? The Human Microbiome Project, funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH), has delved down into the microbiology of the human gut. There are host-microbiome interactions which can be protective or detrimental to human health. Disease states associated with microbiome dysbiosis include: obesity insulin dysregulation candidiasis leaky gut syndrome autoimmunity […]
Consider this for a second: the average American eats more than 60 whole pounds of beef every year! This statistic tells us that beef is a staple of the american diet and an integral part of our way of life. Now, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing! If you are eating grass-fed beef, you’re probably […]
What’s the Calcium Craze About? For years, calcium has classically been linked to the consumption of milk and other dairy products. But now, research shows that your daily dose goes far beyond the conventional idea found in a milk carton. Let’s grab a glass and pour some facts that you may not know about this […]
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably considered a bare minimum skincare regime. And who could blame you? The simpler the routine, the easier it is to fit into a busy lifestyle. No, you don’t have to spend half an hour on your skin every night to keep it fresh and healthy. And you don’t have […]
A Spring Cleaning that Starts From Within Come springtime we often think of sweeping out our closets or dusting off the cobwebs, but that same mentality is even better applied to our bodies. Detox is not just about yearly “cleaning” rituals, but adding a routine and maintenance that keeps us functioning in full swing all […]
Ever wondered which chemicals can actually absorb into your skin and get into your bloodstream? Here are nine which can, and either affect your health positively or negatively. Let’s start with the chemicals to avoid. Chemicals That Harm Your Skin 1. Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde-Releasing Preservatives Formaldehyde is a toxic, colorless, strong-smelling gas which is added […]
Did you know that mushrooms aren’t plants? Or that certain mushrooms are becoming one of the most sought-after health foods? We’ll explore what mushrooms really are, identify which are the best mushrooms for amazing health and exactly how they can improve your health. What Are Mushrooms? We’ve recently discovered that mushrooms are genetically a lot […]
You tumble out of bed after a way-to-short night’s sleep, late for work. Bleary-eyed, you shower, dress, and if you’re really lucky, someone somehow manages to quickly hand you some coffee as you fly out the door. That’s the last time you watch TV until 2 am and think everything will be okay. But maybe […]
No wonder gut health is such a hot topic — according to a recent report by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, digestive disease contributes to a total of 72 million doctor visits, hospitalizations or emergency admissions in the US alone. So, there’s a good chance, at some point in your […]
Rev up your engine. How are you doing? How many times do we hear “Busy” or “Exhausted”. With 1,000 things to do per day while checking Instagram, no wonder we are tired. Our modern lifestyles are born of busyness but there are some simple steps to reload and relax. One of the culprits of fatigue […]
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 […]
Let’s face it. We live in a toxic world where our body is exposed to toxins in our home and world environment, in things we ingest, and of course, there is stress. Using a few simple tools can go a long way to cleaning up our act like increasing water, changing your diet, detoxing the […]
The more we learn about the gut microbiome, the more we realize the need for beneficial bacteria in our lives. The best way to improve our body’s bacterial balance is by incorporating fermented foods into our diet. There are many to choose from and each one contains different strains or cultures of these friendly flora. […]
How Much is Too Much We all know that vegetables should constitute a large portion of our diet. A small side salad at dinner is just not going to cut it. We have all heard the phrase eat the rainbow, but why? Each one of the colorful vegetables represents a myriad of vitamins, minerals, enzymes […]
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 […]
There are over a million types of fungi covering the planet and 270 that have healing properties that we know of. We share the earth with twenty five percent mycelium which are like the tree roots of mushrooms. It turns out that even the common mushrooms we consume are powerful disease fighters, anti-inflammatory, super tasty, […]
“A root is a flower that disdains fame” –Khalil Gibran TURMERIC: THE LEGENDARY SUPER-ROOT Take a peek at your pantry. Chances are, you have a shaker of turmeric tagging along with the other spices. But what is this rusty orange powder and why has it been so revered for centuries? Let’s take a look at […]
