Dietary oils provide your body with fats that are important for good health. They also provide energy for your body. However, not all oils have the same benefits…even among the oils considered to be good or healthy. And some oils that were previously thought to be...
You do what you can to stay healthy during the winter and early spring months. You get plenty of rest. Wash your hands constantly. Even take your vitamin C. Despite all that, you may come down with the flu. Or a cold. Either way, you’re looking at up to a week of...
Did you make any New Year’s resolutions for this year? If you’re like most people, you did…but you may not make good on most or all of them. And that’s ok. Everyone likes to dream big, but following through can be hard. Especially once you get thrown from “holiday...
Are you 50 years of age or older? Then this article on bone loss is for you. Put simply, bone loss is what makes bones weak and brittle as people age. If left unchecked, even a minor stressor like a fall or coughing can cause a fracture. The statistics make the impact...
As if the last two years weren’t bad enough… This winter we’re suffering through three (yes, three) pandemic viruses: COVID-19: new variants, as well as “covid-fatigue” from various safety measures, have kept COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations at concerning...
Healthspan isn’t just a gift for you. It’s something you can share with friends, family, co-workers…everyone in your personal sphere. And it’s a gift that keeps on giving for years and years. What is Healthspan? Healthspan isn’t just living longer…it’s about being...
Balance is an important word when it comes to your health. Particularly as it relates to your digestive tract (a.k.a. your “gut”). There are two important ingredients your gut needs for proper balance: prebiotics and probiotics. Keep reading to learn why gut health is...
Hormones make everything in your body work properly. And there are bunch of them that need to be present in the right amounts for optimal health. That goes for both men and women. Following are ten important hormones, and how they can impact your health for better or...
You probably know at least a few super-agers. These are men and women in their 80s and beyond who act like they’re decades younger. Well into old age, super-agers remain physically active and mentally alert. They’re still driving, living independently, working,...
Your body is comprised of four kinds of tissue: Muscle: made up of cells that contract so your body can move. Nerve: made up of cells that transmit signals. Epithelial: made up of cells that cover surfaces and cavities in the body, but that allow nutrients and waste...
