Water, one of the most important sources of nutrition, has become a concern over the years due to issues in the public water system. In search of a safer alternative, many people have turned to bottled water and the sheer …
We often witness people experiencing distress. Some find solace in it, believing it is their only reality. But what if we can shift our perspective and mold our lives into the shape we desire? What if there was a way …
True wellness comes from changing your lifestyle and mindset about food, not from a diet. It is about cutting through the noise and listening to your body and eating the food that makes you feel your best. Jennifer Fisher, Ow...
It’s no secret that consistent sunscreen application is crucial to aging gracefully and protecting your skin against prolonged sun exposure. However, very few people take the time to understand what is actually in their sunsc...
Fitness as a practice is often looked at as a competitive, serious business, but some practitioners are finding ways to infuse joy into the fitness culture. Megan Roup, Founder of The Sculp Society, started teaching fitness p...
Eating clean is a journey that requires discipline, intentionality, and awareness. This journey can improve your quality of life and lead to better memory, improved sleep, and stronger performance. While many people associate...
Protein is the fuel that humans need to function properly and maintain good health. This key nutrient is responsible for building, repairing, oxygenating, digesting, and regulating your body. It is an essential part of any di...
When we hear “bacteria,” we usually associate it with inflammation and disease, but not all bacteria are created equal. There is such a thing as “good bacteria,” found in probiotics, that can balance the gut and alleviate dig...
Going out to eat is a luxury, but dining out means that you have no real knowledge or control over what is put in your food. While you may spend time in your personal life jumping through hoops to avoid …
Other countries’ regulations against food additives are generally stricter than the United States. Much of the food on the shelves or in restaurants can be processed and filled with GMOs or seed oils. Anyone who has traveled ...
Our ancestors did not have food available to them at all times, so fasting became a natural part of their routine. As humans became more civilized, we replaced fasting regularly with grazing constantly. Our portion sizes incr...
According to the National Library of Medicine , hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid affects up to 5% of the general population with an additional estimated 5% going undiagnosed. The lack of thyroid hormones can lead to irre...
The CDC defines cancer as “a disease in which cells in the body grow out of control.” Next to skin cancer, breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women in the United States. Breast cancer treatments, such …
Waking up and reading the labels is not limited to the food we eat. It also applies to the skincare products we use. What we put on our bodies directly relates to our mood, energy, and appearance. Unfortunately, there are …
Conventional medicine relies on clinical reference ranges to diagnose disease. The problem with waiting until a disease is diagnosed is it already feels too late. Are there ways to detect these issues before they arise and ta...
A recently published study by the Journal of American College of Cardiology found that only 6.8% of American adults had optimal metabolic health. Over 93% of adults have some level of insulin resistance or metabolic dysfuncti...
When we feel stressed, our body’s ability to heal deteriorates. Our body strives to exist in a parasympathetic state 80% of the time to bring balance to the autonomic nervous system (ANS), but most people cannot achieve the c...
It’s no secret that chocolate is decadent and delicious. But while the added sugars and artificial sweeteners may give us an initial boost of energy, they leave us feeling lethargic and bloated. For consumers who take extra c...
We tend to associate algae with the ocean, but this superfood deserves recognition for all of its nutritional properties. In fact, this sustainable whole food crop is the most nutritionally dense food in the world. Algae is s...
With age, women can experience intensified symptoms such as hot flashes, hair loss, weight gain, mood swings, exhaustion, and fatigue. While bodies continue to change over time, the education about what’s happening behind the...
Relying on sheer willpower to achieve any goal is challenging. We may experience thoughts, emotions, and beliefs that tell us that we are undeserving of achieving those goals or having certain experiences. When those thoughts...
Shedding pounds is easier said than done. Marketing companies prey on our physical insecurities, and every product claims to be the next miracle pill for weight loss. It’s impossible to discern facts from fiction when it come...
The supplement industry is worth billions of dollars, yet 92% of Americans are deficient in one or more vitamins and minerals. At the top of that list are magnesium, vitamin D, and omega-3s. Lauren Trostorff, Founder of Vibra...
It is becoming harder to discern which grocery store labels are legitimate and which are fluffy marketing claims. When it comes to chicken, the most consumed meat in the U.S., there is no shortage of labels you will encounter...