Considered one of nature’s most nutritionally-packed nuts and an original superfood, almonds are filling and can actually help with weight-loss. A recent Penn State study revealed that swapping a carbohydrate-based […]
5 ways to cook with almonds
How yoga can benefit Alzheimer’s
Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) is a key protein that helps diminish neural degradation. People with Alzheimer’s, however, are found to have significantly lower NGF levels causing them to be more […]
Electrolytes: necessity or accessory?
Electrolytes are in the colorful, tasty sport drinks that help you through your workout. They also remind you of how athletes would treat themselves after crossing the finish line. But […]
8 common blunders made at the gym
If it isn’t the odd smell in the changing room or the utterly tantalizing proposition of happy hour, then it might be the thought of inevitable post-workout aches and pains […]
How to consume more water, even if you hate it
Our bodies are made up of roughly 60% water. Consumption of it is not only essential to being alive, but it can also have a dramatic effect on our moods […]
Why newbies shouldn’t give up on yoga
Your first yoga class can be intimidating. You’re in a room full of strangers, some wearing very little clothing, all stretching and contorting their bodies. As you see some of […]
Exercises for menopausal women
Hot flashes, anxiety, depression. These are some of the symptoms of menopause. When you’re experiencing them on a daily basis, it can feel totally overwhelming, and many women find it […]
Proper Workout
There is a growing trend right now and it’s not a good one…military style workouts are all over the place; this in and of itself is not a bad thing. The issue arises when our fitness mentality turns into never ever stop, push through the pain and work till you puke, which is not a healthy mentality.
Losing weight doesn’t mean more exercise
It is undeniable that there are many health benefits attributed to exercise. However, for those working out to lose weight, it is not enough to exercise only. When you increase […]
Build strong bones without dairy products
As more and more people decide to eliminate dairy from their diets, you may think that an osteoporosis epidemic may be on the horizon in the near future. Because really, […]