The lymphatic system is often overlooked, but it’s incredibly important to your body’s health. The lymphatic system is a network of vessels that transports fluid, nutrients, and immune cells throughout your body. It also removes waste products from your tissues and helps rid your body of toxins. Thankfully, there are plenty of simple things you...
Autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis (RA), affect millions of people and can cause significant pain, joint deformity, and organ damage.1 While the exact cause of autoimmune diseases remains unknown, recent research suggests that certain environmental factors, including dietary choices, may play a role. There are potential links between diet and autoimmune diseases that focus on...
We work so hard, so why shouldn’t we get to indulge a little? Coffee, wine, sweets, or salty snacks, we all deserve to enjoy our favorite things. However, all of these should be enjoyed in moderation to protect our health—for example, the salty deliciousness of soy sauce. Health experts warn that too much can become...
Most people don’t think about their uric acid levels. It’s rare for them to become too low, but high levels could cause gout, kidney disease, inflammation, and other health issues. Uric acid is a natural waste product the body makes while digesting foods with a chemical called purines. Purine-rich foods include red meat, sardines, and...
The Mediterranean diet has won the title of being the best overall diet according to 2023 rankings for the U.S. News and World Report. It’s won the previous five years as well. And for good reason. It’s based on natural foods but with enough flexibility to work for people with various food restrictions and needs....
Throughout this list I will be exploring my top 7 plant-based proteins you can start enjoying today! Many people ponder a solution with regards to eating meat as their main source of protein. This list is mainly geared towards vegans, because this is a great way for them to get the necessary proteins they need...
In the quest for healthier bones, prunes have come up as a surprising and potent ally. Recent research indicates that adding them into your daily diet may significantly help preserve bone health, especially in postmenopausal women. Let’s take a look at some more benefits and how they can help you keep strong bones for years...
Skin tags, medically known as acrochordons, are small, benign growths that commonly appear on your skin. Typically, they develop in areas where there’s friction: skin on skin or skin on clothing, like the neck, armpits, groin, under the breasts, and eyelids. They’re made of collagen fibers and blood vessels surrounded by skin, so these growths...
The liver is one of the most important organs in the body. It performs many functions that keep our bodies running properly. Liver damage poses a huge threat to your health and longevity. Prevention is key should liver damage occur. For this reason, knowing the signs is extremely important for getting your liver health back...
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...
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...
Life is full of stress, and much of that stress can be attributed to other human beings. It may be a snobby coworker, a romantic partner who refuses to get serious, or a friend who perpetually flakes on you. We invest so much time, energy, and emotion into other people that are beyond our control....
