Most people think of bacteria within the body as a cause of getting sick or developing certain diseases, but did you know that at all times there are actually billions of beneficial bacteria present within all of us? In fact, bacteria make up the microbiome, an integral internal ecosystem that benefits gut health and the…
Our sleep is precious time that allows our bodies to heal and rejuvenate, and without enough sleep, our health suffers. That means we must find ways to get proper rest. Unfortunately, many people either can’t sleep (which can also happen during jet lag) or don’t get enough sleep, which is where natural sleep aids come…
Among the many plant-based milk substitutes these days, oat milk is becoming more and more common on supermarket shelves these days due to its delicious flavor and impressive nutrient profile. It also doesn't hurt that some oat milk companies have sizable marketing budgets. But is oat milk healthy? Is it good for you? We're going…
When you think of pumpkin recipes, you likely think of pumpkin pie, but there are so many more healthy, delicious and nutritious pumpkin recipes out there. Pumpkin isn’t just an ingredient for pies anymore. It is popping up in a variety of foods and recipes these days — from cereals to beverages. The bright orange…
Candida is a fungal infection and can be very serious. It can be perplexing for many, as potential candida signs are so varied. They can include exhaustion, cravings for sweets, bad breath, white coating on the tongue, brain fog, joint pain, digestive issues and more. Let's dive into the different types of candida, what can…
There is nothing worse than starting an exercise program to burn fat, making some good diet changes, but still not seeing the results you want to see. Has that ever been you? It can be really frustrating — and be due to consuming foods that slow metabolism. The reason this happens, even though you think…
We all know Tom Brady as one of the best athletes in the world, but now he's gaining traction as a top fitness influencer and even an authority on healthy eating. The "Tom Brady Diet," also called TB12 or the TB12 method, is how the football quarterback claims to stay in peak shape and perform at his…
Do you need a snack that will help improve muscle tone, keep energy levels steady and boost your metabolism? Then it’s time you introduce high-protein snacks into your diet. As an essential nutrient in our bodies, our bodies need enough high-protein foods to run smoothly. In the battle of the bulge, protein’s ability to jump-start…
Back-to-school season is one of the most hectic times for families. From making sure everyone is up and out the door on time to coming up with healthy school lunch ideas to pack to shuttling the children between after-school activities and correcting homework assignments — not to mention our own lives — weekdays can go…
It's not a style of eating that most of us talk about anymore: the high-protein diet. Instead, the focus is usually on fats (such as with the keto diet), a particular region (aka the Mediterranean diet) or even a heavily branded one (like the Atkins Diet, South Beach Diet or Dukan Diet). But this one…
