If you need to jazz up a salad or dish of veggies with a zesty, spicy and flavorful dressing, look no further than this cilantro lime dressing. Because the base of this dressing is avocado and goat yogurt, it's perfectly creamy. And the mix of jalapeño, lime and cumin adds a little heat, while the…
For decades, dietary fat has been plagued with a bad reputation as reduced-fat products hit the shelves and low-fat diets took center stage. However, dietary fat as well as essential fatty acids are two critical components of good health. Fat plays a role in just about every aspect of health, right down to the very…
If you've read many of the articles on this site, something you're probably already aware of is that I believe in focusing on your spiritual health and the power of prayer. Have you ever heard someone say that "prayer can heal you?" You may think that this is just hype, exaggerated hope or a bit of…
Did you know it's possible to produce healthy crops without the use of preservatives, radiation, genetic modification, sewage sludge, synthetic fertilizers and chemical pesticides? People practicing organic farming know it's true. And so does a growing portion of the U.S. population. So what's the benefit of organic? First and foremost, organic farmers keep nasty and…
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders estimates that 615,000 people in the United States have been diagnosed with Meniere's disease, and nearly 50,000 new cases are being diagnosed each year. While the medical community doesn’t know why we are seeing an increase in cases, research continues to look for a cure.…
Chiropractic care is now more popular than ever as millions of people across the globe search for natural treatments without the side effects of drugs and surgery. Chiropractic adjustments have been scientifically proven to improve low back pain, neck pain, scoliosis, acid reflux, blood pressure, headaches, arthritis, asthma, sciatica, healthy pregnancy, athletic performance and surgery…
As concerns keep growing globally regarding rising levels of obesity and chronic diseases related to poor nutrition, the help of health coaches seems to be needed more than ever. Health coaches — who have similar roles to registered dietitians (RDs) and certified nutritionists, but also some important differences — are valuable because they are said…
Maybe you’ve been meaning to start but just haven’t found the right routine … or even the right exercise hack. Perhaps you’re recovering from an injury or haven’t gotten around to it. Whatever your excuse, I’m here to tell you that today is the day to start working out. That’s because the benefits of exercise…
Finger painting is a fun way for children as young as 6 months to experience the joy and satisfaction of creating. It requires no skills or special equipment. Plus, it encourages hand-eye coordination and creativity and can engage children for long periods (always a plus for busy caregivers). But commercial finger paints — even those…
