Water is a luxury that many people disregard, but there are a lot of people in the world with limited access to water. To be exact, according to water.org, 663 million people (1 in 10) lack access to safe water. Water is great for so many things such as keeping you hydrated, flushing out toxins...

If you’ve been living with excess weight, you’re already well aware of how it can affect your well-being and quality of life; you’re already concerned about your future and health. But where to start? There are all kinds of information available out there trying to convince you to buy a weight loss supplement, commit to...

Whether you have actually watched the show or not, you’ve probably at least heard of the TLC show My 600 Pound Life. This reality TV series follows the lives of people with extreme obesity: Their backstory and how they got to where they are, their daily lives, and their struggles to do simple tasks such as bathing,...

No matter what stage you are at in your life or where you’re from, weight loss is never easy. Whether you’re a grandparent trying to lose a few pounds so you can keep up with your grandkids or a young mom who wants to fit back into your pre-pregnancy jeans, losing weight will always require...

We all know the importance of regular exercise and the crucial impact it has on our mental, physical, and emotional health. Despite all of these benefits, some days you just don’t have time to squeeze in a workout. Thankfully, new studies have shown that walking at least fifteen minutes every day can add seven years...

Cayenne pepper has many health benefits. It is a member of the chili pepper family, and it is a spice that can be used for both cooking and as an ingredient in your favorite dishes. Cayenne pepper (Capsicum annuum) is commonly used as a seasoning or in foods that are served with a kick and...

For many of us, when we think of losing weight, the first body part we think of is our stomach. Many diet and exercise fads make claims that they will “burn belly fat” (or something along those lines) because they know most people are self-conscious about the size of their stomachs. Stomach Bloating vs. Stomach...

Cashews are a delicious, rich-tasting snack that many people love to enjoy regularly. There has been some debate, however, as to whether or not they have a place in a healthy diet. The science is in, and it turns out that yes, they do. Cashews are not just delicious, but they also offer a plethora...

The concept of ideal weight according to one’s height is a touchy subject that has sparked controversy within the realm of health and wellness. Much of this debate revolves around the Body Mass Index (BMI), a tool commonly used to determine if an individual’s weight falls within a healthy range for their height. While some...

For decades we were told to eat three meals per day: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Then different information started coming out about eating more often but smaller portions and other various “fad” diets. The most recent eating trend to pick up steam? Intermittent fasting. Many people are jumping on the intermittent fasting train, claiming that...

In 2013, following the birth of her first child, Nissa Graun weighed 245 pounds. Despite being a lifelong yo-yo dieter, losing the same 20-40 pounds since the age of 12, she faced the daunting challenge of needing to lose over 100 pounds this time. Was that sort of weight loss possible? Health Wake-Up Call Experiencing...

Maybe you remember planking as that short-lived online craze way back when; lying face down on top of random objects and posting pictures on Twitter and Facebook. Well, the kind of planking you may be more familiar with is the dreaded minute of holding a firm position on the ground during your workout. You lie...