Age is just a number – you’ve heard the saying, but has it ever sunk in? Metabolic age gives you a new way to look at things when it comes to the question of how old you are. And – unlike chronological age – you can actually change your metabolic age! What Is Metabolic Age? …
There are many different kinds of vegetables out there – green veggies, such as broccoli and kale, root veggies, such as potatoes and beets, and aromatics, such as garlic, onion, and ginger. If you’re wondering why these aromatic vegetables are so important (aside from how wonderful they can make a dish taste), and whether or …
Think back to your halcyon days of elementary school when one of your school day experiments was to sprout seeds. The germination process is still a part of most curriculums today, however more and more people are doing it at home too for the incredible health benefits they gain from sprouting. Sprouted seeds from grains, …
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Have you heard of Curcuma Longa? Well it is more commonly known as turmeric. It’s a ginger-like root that gives curry its orangey color and has numerous health-boosting qualities! Aside from adding a savory flavor to food, it’s also a highly revered plant in Indian Ayurvedic medicine, praised for its powerful healing abilities. Nowadays, modern …
Regardless of what your dietary needs and preferences may be, there is one thing that every person young and old needs throughout every day. WATER. Water sustains life, keeps your metabolism humming, boosts energy, supports brain function, prevents overeating, and aids in flushing out toxins. Water can even help skin look clearer! Every organ in …
It’s not uncommon for chronic dieters to have an aversion to nuts. At close to 200 calories an ounce of walnuts, many diet plans have suggested avoiding nuts at all cost. (Maybe you remember the advice to fill up on cut vegetables and avoid the bowl of holiday nut mix?) But (thankfully) the “celery good, …
Getting good-quality sleep is essential. But what if it’s not happening? If you’ve tried other recommended remedies – like exercising and avoiding blue light before bed – it may be time for additional help. Natural sleep aids can be a reliable remedy without picking up a heavy prescription or doctor’s bill. By altering hormone levels, …
I go to the gym a lot. I may even be considered a gym rat. When it comes to working out, I can handle just about anything you can throw at me; anything except for my nemesis: yoga. I am a lot of things, but flexible is not one of them! 😉 For this reason, …
Perhaps you are passionate about your healthy diet. You have seen the benefits of greater levels of energy, trimmer figure, and overall better health. Or perhaps you have medical needs that dictate certain dietary guidelines, such as being gluten free. Or maybe you choose to refrain from meat out of personal convictions. Whatever your reasons …
We live in a world where Starbucks is on every corner so, whether you like it or not, it’s a part of our lives and often a part of our diet. What you may not realize is just how much that daily Starbucks fix is impacting your waistline! Because your caffeine fix might be impacting …
