Maria Sykes Profile Overview

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

Marie Sykes is an Ontario based writer with a background in research and a love for holistic wellness. She's especially interested in boosting awareness for women's health issues. Once a shunner of gyms, Marie has found an appreciation for weight training and HIIT circuits. She enjoys trying cuisine from all over the world, and she also enjoys not caring two cents what other people think her body should look like.
 · 5 min read

20-Second Workouts for Anyone Who’s Losing Muscle Due to Aging

Your body starts to grow from the moment that you are born. Your muscles, though, start to weaken as early as the age of 30! If you’ve seen the other side of your 20’s, it’s time to start thinking about what you can do to strengthen your body and reduce muscle degeneration. Thankfully, scientists have […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 2 min read

Want better skin? Try this DIY coconut oil baking soda facial cleanser

There is a lot of trust placed in the claims of skin care products. They advertise ‘flawless skin,’ ‘disappearing acne,’ and ‘natural beauty,’ and we buy the products to try it for ourselves. Examining the back of a facial cleanser is a bit nerve-wracking. What do all those terms mean? Even if you ask someone with […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 4 min read

Shocking Video Showing Lungs of 52-Year-Old Chain Smoker. ‘The Best Anti-Smoking Add Ever’

This article was originally published November 22, 2019 and has since been updated. Smoking is a difficult addiction to break, especially when it begins during the teen years. The younger a smoker takes up the habit, the more addicted they tend to be.  What Makes Smoking So Addictive? Nicotine, the most addictive substance in tobacco, […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 8 min read

Truths and Lies About Fasting That Everyone Should Know

Fasting is becoming increasingly popular as a way to boost health. But it can be confusing to figure out how much of the hype is backed by evidence. This article discusses the different types of fasting, including intermittent fasting, along with some of their main benefits. What Is Fasting? Fasting is a period of time […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 6 min read

Vintage Tupperware Measuring Cups Tested Positive for 2,103 Ppm Lead + 250 Ppm Arsenic, Lead Safety Advocate Warns

Do you remember that beautiful daffodil yellow Tupperware either your parents or grandparents had? It may bring back nostalgic memories of potato salad, baking cookies, or afternoon Tang, but there may be a reason to throw it out. As it turns out, they can be extremely high in heavy metals.  According to Environmental Activist, Tamara […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 3 min read

Doctors Warn: Wearing Headphones Too Long Could Cause Blackheads In Ear

Blackheads are never fun. They’re these annoying little clusters of black dots that clog your ‘invisible’ hair follicles. You have probably experienced them on your face, nose, or chin. But did you know you can get blackheads inside your ear? Everything You Need to Know About Blackheads According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 50 […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 3 min read

Protein-Packed Oatmeal Recipe

Oatmeal is great when it comes to the nutrition side of things. It’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and healthy carbohydrates which are all going to fuel your body in the right way and get your ready for the day ahead. However, despite being packed full of goodness, there is one downfall; oatmeal is still […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 2 min read

Mom Saves Son’s Life After Recognizing Signs of Sepsis

A UK mother recently shared her unsettling close-call with sepsis. The condition accounts for over 1 million hospitalizations in the USA and remains one of the top 10 killing diseases in America. (1) Make sure you can recognize the early warning signs, including this mom’s important example. What is Sepsis? Sepsis is an inappropriate immune […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 3 min read

What Is Uterus Didelphys? A UK Teen Is Raising Awareness Of The Condition

19-year-old Molly-Rose Taylor of the UK suffered from excruciating menstrual pain since she was 9 years old. But – as many readers might find familiar – it took many years and misdiagnoses (and a lot of independent research) before she uncovered the root of her pain. “When I first started my periods, doctors would blame […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 4 min read

Experts Say The Key to Happiness May Not Be In Married Life

From a young age, fairy tales and happily-ever-after stories are pushed into our heads, leading us to believe that the key to happiness is to find “the one”. However, with divorce rates skyrocketing it’s becoming increasingly popular to remain single for long periods of time. Whether you’re looking for a fairytale ending or prefer your […]

Maria Sykes

Maria Sykes

The Hearty Soul Team