Do you ever get headaches, swelling or regular fatigue? While most people tend to view these as ailments and treat them individually, often times, these are actually symptoms of an underlying issue. Toxicity is more common than ever with the processed foods we eat and chemicals we use and that are in our environment. To follow are common symptoms of […]
Maybe you have heavy periods. Maybe you notice that you get extremely irritable or anxious during certain times of the month. Perhaps you get totally bloated and put on 2, 3 or more pounds of water weight during a certain time of the month. Or maybe you no longer have your periods […]
Food For Thought Have you ever looked in the pantry and then completely blanked on what you were looking for? How about milling around for those car keys? Perhaps you came back from the market with things you “needed” without the one thing you went there for in the first place? While none of those […]
Our bodies are brilliant computers. If we listen to it closely, it will tell us what we need to keep it healthy. However, in our fast-paced society, we often miss obvious signals. In fact, there are many of us who notice every nuance of their car and then take care of their car better than […]
Believe it or not, shoulder blade pain (mostly on the right side) is a typical symptom of gallbladder inflammation. Your gallbladder is located under the right rib cage. When there is inflammation from gallstones or getting clogged up, this can place pressure on the right phrenic nerve creating nerve pain that can travel up to […]
No carbs? No way. There are amazing carbohydrates with so many benefits, including a flatter stomach. Check them out. Beans, Lentils, and other Legumes . Beans and Lentils are part of the “legume” family. They are packed with loads of fiber and protein and come in so many different varieties that you’ll never get bored: lentils, chickpeas, black eyed […]
She was the girl next door. Sadly, this Hollywood icon passed away from complications from this modern plague, Type 2 Diabetes. Nearly 21 million Americans have Diabetes, but one third of these people do not know it. We’ve all heard of Diabetes, but what exactly is it? Type 1 Diabetes is when the pancreas no longer makes insulin. Type 2Diabetes is […]
Thanksgiving is upon us, one of the most food indulgent holidays of the year. To follow are a few tips prior and during your Turkey Fest so you don’t end up looking like one by the end of the evening! Drink plenty of water throughout the day. It will help keep you hydrated and fill […]
We all know the benefits of exercise. Of course it’s good for you. So, why don’t we all do it? No time, no desire, it’s boring. Personally, I don’t really love exercising. However, I do it almost every day. As with everything I do in my life, I prefer the quickest but most effective way […]
Can’t we just eat less calories and lose weight? How about eating less fat–doesn’t fat make us fat? What about eating low carb or high protein? We need to look back to see how we gain weight in the first place to get our answer. The obvious is the foods we eat and the quantity. […]
