Gratitude & Your Health

Can feeling thankful or having gratitude for the good things in your life be the solution to stress?  Well, quite possibly yes it can! Many studies have shown that people who keep a gratitude journal or have a daily practice of feeling thankful and adopting the...
What is High Fructose Corn Syrup?

What is High Fructose Corn Syrup?

High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has been linked to several health issue, including type 2 diabetes and obesity. So what exactly is HFCS? How does it compare to other sweeteners in terms of its effects on our health? What Is HFCS? Chemically speaking, sucrose or plain...
7 Deadly Posture Sins

7 Deadly Posture Sins

Bad posture isn’t just hunching over — though it’s definitely number 1 on our list of postures to avoid. There are a multitude of bad habits and positions that are harmful to your back. Read on to find out what the 7 most deadly posture sins are so you can avoid pain,...
Build a Younger Brain

Build a Younger Brain

New research identifies markers of diseases like Alzheimer’s much earlier than ever before. Protect yourself today. When a recent Northwestern University study discovered the hallmark Alzheimer’s proteins in the brains of 20 year olds, many wondered: Is brain...
The New Veggies

The New Veggies

A whole new crop of vegetables has hit the market. Some are European imports, while others are mash-ups of varieties you already know and love—like kale and Brussels sprouts. “Foodies have been eating a lot of these vegetables for years, but now they are going...