Hormones rule our lives; it’s a simple fact of biochemistry. In their role as the body’s chemical messengers, hormones affect every human biological system. Without them, nothing works correctly. Women’s hormonal systems are as complex as men’s, although vastly different. They govern reproduction, plus every aspect of health—including metabolizing food, proper immune function, physical and …
We may think we are protecting our family’s health and the Earth’s environment by buying eco-friendly products, but a second look at some so-called “green” products may reveal we’ve been led astray. When companies hurry to cash in with new product lines touting natural living products, too many of the changes are more cosmetic (new …
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) estimates that the average woman uses at least 12 personal care products—including soaps, shampoos, cosmetics, and lotions—every day, many of which contain potentially toxic ingredients. The David Suzuki Foundation states, “U.S. Researchers report that one in eight of the 82,000 ingredients used in personal care products are carcinogens, pesticides, reproductive …
Coconut oil has gotten a bad rap in the past, but researchers are discovering new evidence that suggests it may actually be much healthier than we thought. Coconut oil contains compounds responsible for many of its unique benefits. The oil boasts lauric acid (also found in mother’s milk), which helps kill harmful bacteria and viruses. …
Consider these Daily Health & Fitness Tips for your Success! Drink at least eight glasses of water daily in addition to other liquids (like caffeine-free herbal tea). Thirst often masquerades as hunger. Keep a bottle or glass of water on your desk and sip it throughout the day. Avoid margarine, hydrogenated oils, and fat substitutes. …
Multivitamin/Multimineral: Even if you eat a balanced diet, I think you should consider taking a multivitamin and a multimineral. Even the most healthful diets may still lack the necessary levels of vitamins and minerals. Few doctors and health professionals would disagree. In fact, several years ago, an influential study reported in the Journal of American …
I’m in the process of reading Tony Horton’s book, Bring It, and I’m finding little tips and tidbits of knowledge in his book that I just want to share with the rest of you! Here’s one for today! Tony’s Motivators: I’m always looking for ways to enhance this amazing journey called life. For me, this …
We were just talking about the new Gluten-free 3-Pack Combo on our Facebook page and this weekend we have it on sale! 1 Flour, 1 Pizza Crust Mix, and 1 Waffle & Pancake Mix can be yours for $21. But wait, there’s more. Buy 1, get 1 half off! No limits. Thru Monday. Use coupon …
Why is it that advice on healthy eating usually seems to center on what not to put in our mouths? With the endless ways we’re taught to limit calorie intakes and watch out for “bad” fat and carbohydrates, it’s almost easy to forget that there’s a whole world of foods out there that don’t threaten …
Acupuncture Cools Hot Flashes A small, yet intriguing study published in Acupuncture in Medicine found that traditional Chinese acupuncture curbed the severity of hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms. Fifty-three middle-aged, postmenopausal women were divided into two groups; one received such treatments twice weekly for 10 weeks, while the other experienced “sham” acupuncture with blunt …