Coffee is one of the most popular beverages worldwide. Not only does it provide an energy boost in the morning, but it also offers numerous health benefits. It does all of this for a very low-calorie count, provided you don’t add lots of sugar and cream to it. However, it’s important to note that there...
Every husband has had those days where he didn’t necessarily rack up points. But we’re here today to celebrate the wonderful ways in which he’s helped you grow as an individual, a wife, and a mother. If your husband does any of these 18 things, you are quite the fortunate lady to have such a...
Professionals sometimes refer to our gut as the “second brain” of our bodies. Beyond just the physical sensations we have when trying to make a decision (aka the “gut feeling”), our gut has a large influence on our overall mental and physical well-being. But what exactly is our “gut” and how do we improve our...
Most of the world has prescribed to the “calories in, calories out” model for weight loss. In other words, if you want to lose weight, you simply need to consume fewer calories (ie eat less) and expend more calories (ie exercise more). If the science of weight loss is so simple, then, many experts are...
Horseradish root is a cruciferous vegetable that is in the same family as mustard, wasabi, cabbage, broccoli, and kale. Thought to have originated in Eastern Europe, experts believe this hearty vegetable has been in cultivation for less than two thousand years [1]. Most people recognize horseradish as that pungent, nose, and eye-burning condiment often used...
Studies show that roughly 65% of women dye their hair, so odds are you’ve experienced the over-the-counter hair dyes you can find at any drug store. You also might have noticed the alarming amount of chemicals in each one. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) states that over 5,000 different chemicals are used in hair dye...
When athleisure became the new denim, some of us rejoiced – happy to wear pinch-free pants anywhere we pleased. Others dramatically lamented something about folks being a little too comfortable in public places (those people can mind their business). But fashion sense aside, stretchy athleisure bottoms like yoga pants and leggings have also faced criticism...
A cervicogenic headache (also referred to as CGH) is a headache classified by a dull pain that starts from the neck and radiates across the back of the head up towards the temples. The pain may even spread across the forehead and around the eyes or ears [1]. Unlike migraines, a CGH isn’t a throbbing...
Many of us shop at the Dollar Store because it’s inexpensive and convenient. In one place you can find birthday cards, wrapping paper, decorations, kitchen supplies, and much more. The best part is, all of it can be yours for mere pocket change. Unfortunately, some of these items come at a cost. A health cost,...
When you get a cut, you bleed for a short time until the blood coagulates into a more solid state to stop it from flowing. This is a good thing because it prevents you from losing too much blood and plays a part in our healing process. A blood clot, however, occurs when this happens...
Today we’re living in a world full of aches and pains, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I too often hear the words ‘getting old sucks’ as people reach for the closest pill bottle. While getting older does change the dynamics of our bodies, there are more influences than just that for most of our complaints. Even...
Many sugars and sweeteners are marketed as healthy alternatives to regular sugar. Those looking to cut calories and reduce sugar intake often turn to these products when searching for an easy substitute to sweeten baked goods and beverages. However, in some cases, these replacements may do more harm than good when it comes to your...
