Everything we eat is composed of different nutrients and chemicals, and we need all of them to function properly. Some of those nutrients and chemicals are fat, and the amount of fat we need depends on our age and activity level. The average American diet is filled with unhealthy foods that can lead to weight…
The term “stress” is thrown around like confetti, but how many of us know what stress really is? Stress is the body’s response to an external stimulus, like a job interview, fight with your partner, or the not-so-positive things that go on in life. Most people know that stress can lead to health problems, like…
Cardio is a popular exercise that everyone tries to do. You can do cardio on a bike, on a treadmill, on a rebounder, on an elliptical, on a stair climber, on a stair stepper, or on a step tracker. Some do this on a step machine, on a medicine ball, on a yoga ball, on…
Everyone has been in a toxic relationship before, and many have been in several at a time. When a relationship becomes toxic, it is very easy for a person to feel as if their emotions, life, and health are being controlled by the other person. All relationships, even if they’re perfectly healthy, have good and…
The truth is, weightlifting is one of the easiest sports to learn, but it’s not always easy to explain how to do it. Most people are scared of getting hurt every time they step on the gym floor. Most people are scared of getting muscle soreness. Most people are scared of developing bad habits. Most…
Acupuncture is one of the oldest forms of medicine and is commonly used today. Many people seek out acupuncture for ailments such as pain, stress, anxiety, insomnia, or depression. Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years, and it is still used to treat health problems today. It is one of the oldest medical treatments…
Having a baby is expensive, and for many couples, that’s their number one concern. Most experts will agree that starting a family should be a priority. If you are involved with a potential baby or just thinking about it, start planning now. When should you start planning for a baby? In many ways, the answer…
Building endurance for working out is an important skill to master in order to be able to do this for a long time. It takes time and dedication to be able to do this, and if you do not think this way, you will develop a bad attitude towards working out and will soon give…
Women, you know what it’s like. You’re on your period. You’re bloated. It’s everywhere. You’re tired, moody, and very, very uncomfortable. You’re cramping. You’re tired of pads and tampons. You want a healthier, more natural alternative. You want a menstrual cup that doesn’t leak or cause a mess. You want a cup that’s easy to…
Comfort foods are a defining feature of human existence. If you’ve ever gone without food or been forced to eat something you really don’t like, you know that the desire for something familiar is overwhelming. We even have a name for it: “comfort food.” But why do we respond so strongly to certain foods? What…
