Health Awareness

 · 5 min read

Student’s Allergy To Water Means She Can Only Shower Twice A Month

Chances are you or someone you know is affected by allergies. You can be allergic to just about anything – ragweed, grass, pollen, peanuts… you can even be allergic to the cold. But did you know that you can be allergic to water? That’s right – water.Tessa Hansen-Smith is a 21-year-old college student in California, […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 6 min read

What Costco Doesn’t Want You to Know About Its $4.99 Chicken

If you shop at Costco in the United States, you probably know all about their $4.99 chickens. Maybe you’ve bought one now and again, or maybe they’re a regular staple on your weekly grocery list. Either way, Costco’s cheap rotisserie chickens have gained an almost cult-like following – so much so that they even have […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 7 min read

Nutritionist Woke Up With Half Her Face Paralyzed Caused By Stress

Over time, chronic stress can wreak havoc on your body. Continued stress can contribute to serious health problems like heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes, as well as mental disorders like depression and anxiety [1] One less commonly-known health issue that can be brought on by stress is a condition known as Bell’s Palsy, […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 4 min read

Woman’s Itchy, ‘Velvety’ Palms Turn Out to be Cancer Symptom

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in America, second only to heart disease [1].  Advancements in technology and years of research into the disease and all its various forms have made early detection much more possible, however, it is still important as an individual to watch out for changes in your body […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 4 min read

Cardiologist Lists Foods She Would Never Touch and Explains Why

You’ve probably heard the term “heart healthy diet”, but what does this actually mean? After all, we also say “everything in moderation”, so are there any foods that are a true no-no? While there are no true “bad” or “good” foods, per se, these are foods that cardiologists say that they avoid pretty much always. […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 7 min read

7 Reasons You Should Drink Ginger Juice in the Morning

Ginger has been a long-standing member of the “superfoods” club. It’s anti-inflammatory, immune-supporting properties have made it a staple in the kitchens of many health-conscious individuals, and the potent spice is a common ingredient in many Asian dishes. While it can be incorporated into many recipes, one of the easiest ways to capitalize on the […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 8 min read

7 of Nature’s Most Powerful Antibiotics

An antibiotic is any substance that inhibits the growth and replication of a bacterium or kills it outright.  The introduction of antibiotics into medicine revolutionized the way infectious diseases were treated and allowed doctors to treat infections that were previously likely to kill patients. Antibiotics are one of the most common classes of drugs today, […]

Brittany Hambleton

Brittany Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team