Tag Archives: Health
Saint Patrick’s Day has come and gone now but it’s not too late to get into the ‘green’. Your diet could use more greens. Are you getting enough leafy green vegetables on a daily basis? Upping your intake could provide … Continue reading
Omega 6 could be bad for your heart disease risk. Mercola warns you that some publications are telling people to amp up their omega 6 intake but this could be a bad idea for your health and your risk of … Continue reading
The Mediterranean Diet is the hottest diet right now in terms of headlines and news mentions due to recently released studies that have touted the heart health benefits. It is a way of eating that has been a topic of … Continue reading
You want to fight free radicals so you take antioxidants, right? But there are some studies showing results are not necessarily what were expected for some illnesses. There’s no doubt that antioxidants can be good for you and many people … Continue reading
Although you’ve undoubtedly seen the containers of protein shake powder lining the shelves of supermarkets and health food stores, it’s understandable to feel a bit intimidated about trying them. At first, it can be hard to distinguish the differences between … Continue reading
Vegetable consumption could cut your cancer risk. Eating a few carrots per day, for example, could cut your risk of breast cancer. Carrots have compounds that help protect against oxidative DNA damage. Broccoli, collard greens, and mustard greens could help, … Continue reading
Dark chocolate is a better choice for your Valentine’s Day chocolate. It’s good for your heart! Want guilt free indulgence on Valentine’s Day? Sure, have some chocolate covered strawberries and a box of chocolates but opt for dark chocolate. You … Continue reading
Astaxanthin, extracted from marine algae, does more than give salmon and flamingos their lovely pink hue. It could also help heal ulcers in people. This could be one of the most potent antioxidants known and could provide a plethora of … Continue reading
If you fast one day a week and totally abstain from food that day could it help you live longer, live healthier, and could it help with pollution and world hunger? Potentially. A BBC article looks at the fact that … Continue reading
Good intentions have good results for mental and physical health. This is discussed in more detail on a RealAge article but the gist is that a study was done that showed that why you do something is almost as important … Continue reading
