Health & Fitness
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Why You Should Eat Less Sugar
Most of us know that eating too much sugar is not good for your health, but you may not know all the places where sugar hides. If you eat cereal for breakfast, use salad dressing, or dip your french fries in ketchup, you are probably consuming more sugar than you realize. The American Heart Association recommends consuming no more than six teaspoons of added sugar per day for women and no more than ten teaspoons per day for men.
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Exercise & Longevity
Exercise is an important element when it comes to improving any area of your life. It helps you sleep a night, it helps your mood during the day, and it helps you feel better physically. Now new studies show that exercise is also an important factor in aging.
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Eating to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 5 million Americans over age 65, and currently, there is no cure. Even though Alzheimer’s has a genetic predisposition, new studies show that what you eat can possibly prevent the disease. A new diet called the MIND diet (Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay) might lower your chances of getting Alzheimer’s…
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Stop Headaches in Their Tracks
Have you ever woken up with a terrible headache, or while in the middle of work, feel throbbing pain at the base of your skull? Most of us experience headaches of some kind throughout our lives, and unfortunately, some people get them more frequently than others. If you are constantly plagued by headaches, or if…
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Exercise for a Good Night’s Sleep
Sleep is essential for many things in life, including happiness, productivity, and health. Experts have long cited the benefits that a night of zzzs can provide for your body, but some nights, that precious shut-eye seems elusive. When sleep won’t come, people try many different things to encourage it, including taking medication, restricting access to electronics, or drinking warm milk before bedtime…
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The Health Benefits of Wine
After a long day, most of us look forward to relaxing with a glass of wine. Luckily, many studies have shown that imbibing in this delicious beverage in moderation can improve health. Many experts believe red wine especially can promote a longer lifespan, protect against certain cancers, improve mental health, and provide cardiovascular benefits.
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The Effects of Stress
Stress is generally perceived as something negative. It’s a concept that evokes feelings of imbalance and loss of control. However, stress is essential for navigating life. It teaches us to respond to threats and determine if things are safe or dangerous. The bad news is that an overabundance of stress can wreak havoc on our…
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The Health Effects of Loneliness
Loneliness has long been a concern for one’s mental health state, but new research is emerging on the potential detriment it can have on one’s physical health as well. We’ll explore effects and make suggestions for achieving connection, but first we must define what loneliness actually means. What Is Loneliness? Loneliness can be categorized as…
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Why Gut Health is So Important
You may have read or heard the term “gut health” recently, but you may be unsure of what it is or why it’s important. Essentially, the amount of bacteria that populates your digestive tract has an effect on many aspects of your health. When your gut bacteria becomes imbalanced, it can have a negative impact…
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The Amazing Benefits of Yoga
Long hailed in the Eastern world, yoga is now regarded in the West as a staple of physical fitness, something that is regularly on the schedule rotation at fitness centers. New research has opened up people’s minds about the vast benefits that come from this mental, physical, and spiritual exercise. The Beginning Traced back to…