Why Do Men Overeat?
The reasons for overeating tend to fall into the same areas for both women and men; however, to help men better understand specifically why they overeat, this article is going to look at those reasons from a “male-centric” point of…
5 Tips to Put an Extra Spring In Your Step
Now that springtime is officially here, how about some “spring cleaning” for your body, mind, and spirit? Just follow these five tips for putting a little extra spring in your step!
What’s More Important – Exercise or Diet, and Why?
It’s a much debated question, and there are many sides to consider, but perhaps the best answer comes from the ongoing data provided by the National Weight Control Registry (NWCR). As the largest ongoing investigational study of long-term successful weight…
Got Milk (With Artificial Sweeteners)?
Despite the ever-increasing evidence that artificial sweeteners are harmful (especially for a child’s developing body and brain), the milk industry has asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for permission to include artificial sweeteners in milk products (flavored milks, such…
Omega-3s Proven to Inhibit Breast Cancer Tumor Growth
In a landmark study published recently in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, researchers from the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada have proven that a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids (healthy fats found in cold water fish, such as
Four Tips to Put You in a Great Mood
Shorter daytime sunlight is associated with reduced energy and mood decline in some people. For centuries, many people have experienced “winter depression” associated with shorter days and weather patterns not conducive to outdoor activities. In 1984, scientists named this type…
Five-Minute Stress Busters
Everyone feels stress. It’s a natural bodily response that can seem uncontrollable at times. But before it takes a toll on your long-term health, here are a few easy and inexpensive ways to relieve stress. Stretch out: Exercise will always…
Superfoods for Your Heart
When compared to other countries, Americans have significantly more heart disease and for one reason alone: the toxic state of the Standard American Diet. What you eat is the single most important factor when it comes to your health. While…
New Superbug with 50% Mortality
While the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) is not yet sure exactly what is causing a deadly new superbug, the director of the CDC, Dr. Tom Frieden, did say during a press briefing on March 5th, “It’s not often that…
5 Best Ways to Protect Yourself from Alzheimer’s
A recent study suggests the number of Alzheimer’s patients could triple by the year 2050. The rise is being attributed to a combination of a true increase in cases and greater detection of the disease. Dr. Murali Doraiswamy, a professor…
