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Why lemon water detox? Lemon water has become a staple and an integral part of my morning routine. I attribute my weight loss success and health improvements to my morning cup of lemon water. I am going to share with you why lemon water can benefit you. One of the best secrets to a Lemon Water Detox is: Be consistent with it. But you are probably wondering: Should you use lemon water as a detox? If the answer to that is yes. You’ve...
Wang Chun. Muay Thai. Jiu-Jitsu. It sounds like I’m ordering a feast from the local MSG-laden Asian fusion restaurant down the street. With all the unfamiliar sounds and words, is it any wonder Aikido sounds like something served over rice? Where do you even begin to understand the difference between the various martial arts? How do you choose what’s best for you? Not all of us can be an 8th degree Black Belt Grand Master and the creator...
Are you still considering a fish oil supplement? They’ve become very popular over the last decade, but a lot of us are still on the fence. That’s because many of us... ...myself included... are concerned about overfishing, bad science, and heavy metal toxicity. Seriously, the more you read, the more confusing it becomes. It gets better/worse: It gets better/worse: We have to weigh those concerns against the fact that we need omega-3 fatty...
Garlic Secrets. What are the big garlic secrets I’m talking about? How much garlic do you use in the average recipe? A pressed clove here, a diced teaspoon there? In proportion to the main ingredients in a dish, it’s a small amount. What’s the big secret I’m talking about? But as it turns out... ...that little addition is significant on health benefits. Hey, if the pungent odor is any indication, it’s more potent than any other edible bulb....
When scrutinizing vitamins, do you ever stop and consider minerals? They’re absolutely of equal importance. But here’s the kicker. If you’re eating a healthy, whole-foods diet, chances are, you’re getting the right vitamins. However... ...you can’t guarantee that you’re getting enough minerals! I’ll share some causes of deficiency coming up. While I want to share a lot more about minerals in the future, today we’re talking about magnesium....
Why Put Coconut Oil in Coffee I don’t always drink coffee, but when I do, I don’t go to a corner café. I don’t order triple-shot lattes or icy blended confections. And I really can’t handle espresso. The reason I opt for a coffee now and then is because I love getting the energy boost and antioxidants. Most of all, it’s another opportunity to take coconut oil internally. Look, I hate swallowing oils. Oil pulling has basically trained me to...
When do you find that you’re hungriest? Just like sleeping patterns, we all have certain times where we prefer to eat. In fact, they might be linked. These patterns are familiar and feel good to us. For instance, once you get into the habit of having that midnight snack, it can be hard to quit. It might be when your body is just naturally hungry, but isn’t it also the worst time to be snacking? Today, we’re looking into how our timing with...
How to lose belly fat naturally without exercise! Can you hold a proper plank? How many crunch variations do you know? Such exercises are excellent for building a stronger core. The real question is; do they reduce belly fat? Knowing that you can’t spot-reduce fat... ...my inclination is to say no. For a lot of us, a mix of cardio and resistance training is more effective. However, I’m aware that exercise isn’t in the cards for many people....
For most of us, the #1 challenge in the quest to stay in shape and/or lose weight is not exercising itself but being able to actually fit an exercise program into our busy schedules. So how do you do it? How do you balance the demands of family, career, important errands, relationships, organizational responsibilities, and working out? I have found that there are five keys that will help you to be able to fit a consistent workout plan into your...
Twenty-twenty has been a doozy! It's very easy to get lost in the trappings of your own mind and feel depressed. Many people have been out of work, even have been forced to work from home which is challenging for anyone at first. Below are the top 5 things you can do to improve your daily mental health. 1. Make Time For Yourself In today's time there is a duplicity that exists that steals your time away from you. Either you are too busy or you...
Migraines are more than just headaches; they are complex neurological events that can cause various symptoms, including severe throbbing pain, nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. For those who suffer from migraines, finding effective relief is a top priority. While prescription medications can be effective, many people turn to natural remedies, like ginger root, to alleviate their symptoms. But is ginger root genuinely...
Health Benefits of Ginger and Turmeric Tea How much tea do you drink? The many health benefits of ginger and turmeric tea. When my water intake dips lower than I’d like, I augment my fluid intake with tea. Herbal blends, in particular, have many medicinal benefits and give my system a good flush. The problem is, sometimes I brew a bag and it tastes kind of weak, or stale. Then, I wonder how long that box was sitting on a shelf before I bought...
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Twenty-twenty has been a doozy! It's very easy to get lost in the trappings of your own mind and feel...