Sunscreen Do’s & Don’ts—Protect Against the Sun & Avoid Sunscreen Carcinogens
“A vacation is a sunburn at premium prices!” Hal Chadwicke Summer has arrived, and so have the bright sunny days that come with it. Say…
5 Ways to Combat Loneliness
Elvis Presley sang about the pain of loneliness when he wrote in Heartbreak Hotel, “I’m feelin’ so lonely I could die.” Loneliness is the feeling…
7 Hypertension Fighters in Your Kitchen
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, affects nearly half of Americans across the country. As we recounted in a recent blog, hypertension is often called the…
What’s on Your Plate? 3 Simple Steps to Maintain a Healthy Weight
When you’re trying to lose or maintain your weight, it can be so tempting to look at all the trendy new weight loss hacks out…
What’s in a Label? What You Need to Know to Make Healthy Food Choices
What’s black, white, and red all over? The nutrition label on a pack of Twizzlers! Reading a nutrition label is a must-have skill in today’s…
Hypertension: 5 Ways to Stop the “Silent Killer” Before it Stops You
“The Silent Killer.” The bearer of the name is far more dangerous and deadly than the subject of any true crime podcast or serial killer…
5 Tips for Managing Stress
“I promise you nothing is as chaotic as it seems. Nothing is worth diminishing your health. Nothing is worth poisoning yourself into stress, anxiety, and…
How to Minimize Aches and Pains Through Movement – Tips for the Work From Home Crowd
Since the pandemic, many of us have shifted to working from home (WFH). While WFH policies have created a lot of flexibility for us, it…
The Truth about Fat: Less is NOT More
Diet culture has cycled through what feels like hundreds of trends: “Go keto and lose 10 lbs in a month!” “Only eat raw, never cooked…
If you can’t eat it, don’t put it on your skin! 6 ingredients to avoid
I remember a sales pitch used by one of the natural cosmetic companies. At the customer meeting, the sales person would actually eat the cosmetic…
What to Eat for Good Kidney Health
“What, did the failed Kidney say to the donor Kidney? I’m out; urine!” Let’s hope this joke never becomes a reality for us… Below your…
3 Cancer-Fighting Foods to Consider for Optimal Health
“You are what you eat,” as the popular saying goes. That rings all the more true when you consider your health—and particularly, your cancer risk.…
Essential Nutrients for Better Eye Health
When you think about food and nutrition, your mind likely goes to heart health, weight, maybe even hormonal balances. But did you know that your…
The Ugly Truth about Artificial Sweeteners
“Sugar pie honey bunch, you know that I love you,” is how the song “Can’t Help Myself” by The Four Tops begins. The singers were…
Blue Zones and the Keys to Healthy Longevity
Occasionally on the news, you’ll see a headline about a woman who lived to 112, or perhaps someone in your county who just hit their…
5 More Natural Hacks for Managing Acne
“Dear Pimples – if you’re going to live on my face, I need to see some rent!” If this quote was true and you’ve struggled…
5 Natural Ways to Improve Heart Rate Variability
Happy Heart Month! February is American Heart Month, which means today we’re sharing all things heart health. Specifically, we’re diving into Heart Rate Variability (HRV)…
4 Tips to Naturally Manage Joint Pain
Over the colder months, do you find yourself feeling more joint pain and arthritic symptoms? Or do your regular workouts end up with stiffness and…
Being SMART About Making Positive, Sustainable Changes, Part 2
Many of us started the New Year with resolutions for positive change – and to keep these sustainable, it’s helpful to know that your brain…
5 Tips for Managing Stress and Preventing Burnout in the Workplace
Are you tired of work? Have you been experiencing burnout in the workplace? If yes, you are not alone; a recent survey revealed that 77%…