Summer days have been fun and carefree while we enjoyed time with friends and family and indulged in tasty treats. Typically, it’s a time when we splurge on goodies such as ice cream and fast food. But now fall is upon us and it’s time to get back into our...
It’s that time of year again – allergy season! A time when many struggle to relieve their symptoms of sneezing, running nose, itchy eyes and blocked sinuses. Most seasonal allergies are caused by pollens found in outdoor plants and they create a miserable reaction for those who are exposed, which...
Having a healthy diet can be beneficial in a variety of ways. It can keep your body functioning optimally and give you the energy you need to get through your day. As you age, your body’s needs change. Your diet should also change. Finding ways to be healthier is important...
Broccoli has grown popular in recent years – and not in a good way. The media is partly to blame. After all, broccoli is shown over and over in movies as the “gross-looking” mini tree that parents put on their kids’ plates and children push to the side or off...
Fruits and vegetables are undeniably good for your health. However, with the busy life that most people live nowadays, it’s becoming more and more challenging for some to find time to enjoy these healthy foods in a proper meal. Juicing is an excellent way to consume fruits and vegetables in...
High blood pressure or hypertension increases the risk of having serious health conditions like a stroke, a heart attack, aneurysm, or kidney disease, among others. Some of the risk factors include obesity, inactivity, smoking, stress, and of course, poor diet. While conventional doctors prescribe a number of medications to...
