by Mara Michaels and Erin Kennedy Quinoa can be classed as a “super food”, full of nutrition and great taste. In this guide, the authors discuss what quinoa is, the history of quinoa, how to […]
Category: Health Matters
Dealing with Childhood Obesity, Part 2
Emphasizing what is positive and the benefits of changing their behavior can make all the difference. For example, when they lose weight, they will be able to buy that new pair of jeans they have […]
Dealing with Childhood Obesity, Part 1
According to the Centers for Disease Control, (CDC) over one-third of children can be considered overweight or obese. The American lifestyle is certain prosperous compared with that of many other developing nations, but it is […]
Childhood Obesity and How To Combat It, Part 2
If we want to raise a new generation of healthy children, now is the time to take action. The facts are stark: the health problems that begin to manifest themselves due to being overweight include […]
Childhood Obesity and How To Combat It, Part 1
Obesity has been a growing problem for adults in the United States for decades, but it is only recently that people are starting to take note of just how obese our children and teens have […]
Keep Fit Even at Your Desk
Discover ways to keep fit, even at your desk.
How to Treat Insomnia Naturally
by Carolyn Stone and Evelyn Trimborn Insomnia can be one of the most frustrating and exhausting medical conditions, leading to weariness, irritability, an inability to function in the workplace, and damage to our relationships and […]
Sugary Foods: Another health hazard to watch out for Part 2
Energy Highs and Lows When we consume foods high in sugar, the glucose enters the bloodstream, quickly causing blood sugar to rise. Insulin is then secreted by the pancreas, which causes the sugars to enter […]
Sugary Foods: Another health hazard to watch out for Part 1
Name any holiday, off the top of your head, any at all. What is one thing that almost every holiday has in common? No, not family getting together or watching Uncle Ed fall asleep on […]
Inexpensive yet Healthy Foods Part 2
Frozen Fruits and Veggies Frozen produce is typically flash-frozen 24-48 hours after picking, locking in the highest concentration of nutrients available. Since they come in packages, they tend to be cheaper by the pound than […]
Inexpensive yet Healthy Foods Part 1
With the economy just starting to pick back up, people are still looking for an inexpensive way to eat healthy. There are numerous options for eating healthy and more often than not, it is less […]
Timing Matters in Eating Healthy Part 2
Our body sees all of the signals that there is plenty of energy ready for use at the drop of a hat and backs off burning fat and starts to fill up the reserve stores. […]