Your body needs both macronutrients and micronutrients to stay healthy. Macronutrients fall into three categories: protein (to build muscle and other types of tissue), fat (for stored energy and insulation), and carbohydrates (for quick energy). As the name would...
Summer is here, which means more time spent outdoors. It also means extra diligence around protecting your skin from the sun. Read on to learn more about what makes your skin susceptible to sun damage; and more importantly, what you can do to protect your skin from...
Losing weight is challenging for most people, even under the best of circumstances. And if your metabolism is working against you, it can be that much harder. So what exactly is metabolism? Metabolism is simply how fast your body turns food into energy. People who are...
Many of us would like to lose some weight…but often don’t get around to it. This is mostly because losing weight is just plain hard…especially as you get older. It doesn’t help that our heads have been filled with myriad myths and misinformation about weight loss. The...
If you’re in your 40s or older, there’s a good chance you’ve had “the cholesterol conversation” with your doctor. You know, the one where he or she says, “You need to lower your cholesterol”. Elevated levels of LDL cholesterol (a.k.a. “bad” cholesterol) can be a big...
Trace elements are critical for your good health, especially as you age. Magnesium is a prime example. It provides numerous health benefits for your mind and your body, and ongoing research continues to add to its list of benefits. Here are some of the most important...
