When faced with a slightly expanding waistline, most of us immediately resolve to exercise “to work it off”! Well, there’s more to exercise than losing weight. While burning unwanted calories is a very common reason for exercising, vigorous physical activity has more benefits than managing the waistline. People exercise for various reasons – to relieve… Read More
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Drink-up For a Healthier You!
It would surprise most teetotalers to hear someone say: “Drink-up – it’s good for your health!”. Of course, we’re not talking alcoholic beverages here. Instead, we’re talking water, the source of all life – especially human beings. And while most of us believe we’re consuming enough of that liquid life; the truth of the matter… Read More
Will Power and Why It’s Not Working: Being SMART about nutrition can help meet and even exceed your healthy nutritional goals
How often have we willed to accomplish a lifestyle goal, like losing a few pounds, or cutting down on certain types of foods (sugar, carbs), only to abandon our efforts partway through. However, willing that you accomplish a goal is often not a great strategy for making it happen! In fact, you’ll find the road… Read More
Why everything starts with gut: The role microbiota plays in your health
We all have our predilections towards certain types of foods. Some of us may have a sweet tooth, which makes us particularly susceptible to a sugary diet. Others are carnivorous in their dietary choices, resulting in an overabound leaning towards meats. But did you know that your gut (or digestive tract) may have something to… Read More
Vitamins and Supplements for Healthy Hair
Women face several hair-related challenges. From losing a lot of hair and lots of split ends to hair that becomes dirty right away and hair that’s hard to brush, wash or maintain. More serious issues might include overall thinning and bald spots, or even handfuls of hair falling off. There are a number of reasons… Read More