What better time to take a walk than first thing in the morning? If you get up early enough, you can bask in a beautiful sunrise and enjoy the sounds of the rest of the world slowly waking up. But taking a walk first thing in the morning has health benefits too. Let’s look at […]
Read MoreChamomile is one of the oldest known herbal remedies, with a history that’s traceable back to Ancient Egypt and possibly much earlier. And there’s a good reason for the flower’s popularity. Chamomile tea can help with a huge range of symptoms and maladies, and here are just eight of the benefits a daily cup can […]
Read MoreWhen you live a busy life, it can be hard to settle down your mind and ease the tension that builds up over time. The stresses of bouncing back and forth between work and home life can quickly become too much. All that built-up tension and pressure can cause you to burn out, which is […]
Read MoreOf the many supplements available at the drug store, vitamin D probably receives the most press. Why is it so popular? What does it do for the body? Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that it dissolves in fat and gets stored in body tissue. There are other vitamins, among them the B and […]
Read MoreIn the human body, molecules are broken down and destroyed through a process of oxidation brought about by free radicals. Free radicals are rogue cells, created by such things as environmental toxins, that attack and break down good cells. This can lead to premature aging and disease. Luckily, the human body has provided a defense […]
Read MoreAccording to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), “A blood pressure less than 120/80 mmHg is normal. A blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg or more is too high. People with levels from 120/80 mmHg to 139/89 mmHg have a condition call prehypertension, which means they are at high risk for high blood pressure and heart […]
Read MoreIn Canada, healthcare is a $2 billion industry. And it’s no wonder with all of the misinformation and back and forth. Coconut oil is bad for you. Coconut oil is great for you. Coconut is bad for you again. It’s hard to keep up and do what’s right for your body. Let’s explore 5 health […]
Read MorePeppermint is ubiquitous during the holiday season. Whether you are sipping a peppermint mocha or lighting a peppermint candle, your senses are likely to be bombarded with the taste and smell of peppermint during this time of year. Luckily, it turns out that peppermint has a variety of health benefits. Improved Mood If you’re feeling […]
Read MoreEvery day, your immune system is hard at work, fighting off illness-inducing germs and microorganisms. If your immune system isn’t at it’s best, it can lose the battle and allow germs to make you sick. More than ever before, it’s important that your immune system is performing at its peak. By knowing the signs to […]
Read MoreMany people spend a lot of money buying health supplements because they know that their body needs vitamins. However, a lot of them don’t really know which vitamins they need nor why they need them. The purpose of this article is to explain the most essential items that your body needs to stay healthy, as […]
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