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Do you ever feel like leading a healthy lifestyle is just harder for you somehow? Like your lifestyle just won’t allow you to make huge changes, no matter how great the rewards are? You’re not alone. Years ago... I thought I was too busy, too far gone, and most importantly, too weak. So, I knew I had to come up with a plan for how to stop eating fast food. But how do you… ? I was too impatient, and too hard on myself. The truth is... ...
What color is your tongue? Our tongue tells us a lot about our health. If it’s too smooth, you might have a nutrient deficiency. When you have bacterial buildup, it develops a white coating. And when you have thrush, you’ll likely have white patches, too. In addition to this, you might experience soreness and redness elsewhere in the mouth. In some cases, oral thrush makes it difficult to chew, swallow, or concentrate. Not to mention, it’s...
Are you taking blood pressure medication? What did you learn about high blood pressure following your diagnosis? I noticed something missing... ...from the warnings you get from various foundations and medical professionals. High blood pressure is often reversible if you commit to certain diet and lifestyle changes. To be clear: I am not suggesting that you should quit medications without talking to a doctor. I am not claiming that you’ll never...
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....
How to Sweeten Coffee Without Sugar or Artificial SweetenersThe Last Thing to GoSweet and Sneaky: Coffee CreamerHealthier Ways - How to Sweeten Coffee Without Sugar or Artificial Sweetener1. Coconut Oil2. Cinnamon and Spices3. Dates4. Coconut Cream5. Extracts6. Cocoa Powder How is your health journey going? Paying closer attention to health and diet, and healing yourself with nutrition, is a process. Or at least, it should be. Back in the...
You know you shouldn't be working on the computer all night and expect that you'll go right to sleep, right? Even so, it has to be done so what's an over active-minded insomniac to do in order to get those valuable Zs before the morning alarm bell? A proven sure-fire method is to use breathing techniques to relax the body and mind. There are plenty of methods but an easy one to use is known as the 4-7-8 technique. Find a comfortable place to...
Deadly Nightshades Atropa Belladonna... Over the last two years, I have noticed the word “nightshades” is increasingly cropping up in dietary debates. I even read this... ...in an interview with the personal chef to supermodel Gisele Bundchen and football star Tom Brady: “[Tom] doesn’t eat nightshades, because they’re not anti-inflammatory. So no tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, or eggplants… I’m very cautious about tomatoes. They cause...
It’s natural to feel like you want to wipe the slate clean. A bad day, a heavy meal, duller skin, a thicker waistline. Somehow, you fell off track, and now you’re just not quite yourself. How do we go back? A detox, or cleanse, is one way to hit the reset button on your body. Incidentally, a lot of sources will tell you that you need to buy their special product to achieve spectacular health. But I’m going to show you how to detox at...
Why is mustard so yellow? Because it contains turmeric. This bright orange, spicy rhizome can stain pretty much anything it touches. But... whitening teeth with turmeric? It’s also said to lift certain stains, which is why people use it for whitening their teeth. At first, I found the prospect of whitening teeth with turmeric to be terrifying. How could I be sure that it wouldn’t stain my (already slightly yellowing)...
What’s your least favorite part of trying on bathing suits? For many, it’s not necessarily our weight or the shape of our bodies. When you look carefully, it’s the ugly texture of the skin around your waist or cellulite on stomach. Honestly... ...you can be almost any weight. That’s when I realized… Cellulite will still be the straw that broke the camel’s back in terms of body image. Worst yet, dieting and exercise aren’t a guaranteed...
Have you ever encountered a friend or family member who tells you to "just relax"? Don’t you love that? Telling someone to relax is like telling someone allergic to pepper to stop sneezing. Some of us are more nervous than others; it is just a part of our genetic makeup. However, we certainly do not have to be stuck in that way; we can change our focus and perception and truly learn how to relax. For some, being relaxed is easy; for others, it...
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...
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