Diabetes and heart disease are among the top killers for both men and women in the industrialized world. The problem has its roots in many sources—foods that are overflowing with unhealthy chemicals, foods that are served in large proportions, a lack of regular exercise among the majority of people, and the rising rates of obesity […]

It is no secret that the lower someone’s wages are, the harder it will be for them to secure a stable channel of healthy and organic food. It is also not a secret that these healthy food options are highly unlikely to be available in the neighborhoods where these lower income residents live. The simple […]

Eating the food that is available to us depending on the season has been a reality of human life, and all life, for the majority of our existence on this planet. With technological progress and global access to foods, we now have the means to eat foods that are not being supported in our local […]

Prolonged fasting, or not eating for between two and four subsequent days at a time, has been shown to regenerate the immune system and protect it from further damage, according to researchers from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Specifically, the researchers showed that prolonged fasting triggered stem cell-based regeneration of white blood […]

Obese or overweight people have large amounts of body fat which can result in health problems such as diabetes, cancer and high blood pressure. They are also more prone to develop insulin resistance, which is a precursor to diabetes. How does marijuana use help to control obesity? Although marijuana use is commonly associated with increased […]

In recent studies, the popular game Tetris has proven to reduce cravings induced by food, cigarettes/nicotine, and has even been used in battling addiction. The study, published in the journal Appetite, took one hundred males (some with cravings, some without) and allowed some of them to play Tetris. The group that played the game had […]

I am a breakfast skipper. I know that I shouldn’t be, and that breakfast is important, but most mornings I just can’t seem to find the time. But I know that I’m not the only one, breakfast skipping is becoming the norm these days among adolescents, and obesity is steadily on the rise. New studies […]

  Metabolic syndrome is referred to as a condition where different factors contribute to a higher risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. The American Journal of Medicine has recently concluded that “Marijuana use is associated with lower odds of metabolic syndrome across merging and middle-aged US Adults”. Metabolic syndrome is a grouping of […]

A new study suggests keeping your house clean and organized will help you eat less. A messy house – and the stress associated with it, encourages overeating. In particular, keeping your kitchen clean may help you keep your eating in check. The study put women in one of two kitchens: 1. A quiet, clean kitchen […]

Heart disease is a huge problem in America, being the number one killer, with an approaching 600,000 people dying each year. [i] This makes heart disease a more likely cause of mortality than cancer. Heart disease encompasses congestive heart failure, congenital heart disease, heart attack, stroke, and coronary heart disease. [ii] Many health problems, like […]

The modern diet is a blood sugar nightmare — and it can kill you. Diabetes is a global health disorder that is affecting people of all ages. Many people are not aware that they are at risk of getting the disease or that they already have early symptoms of what is referred to as pre-diabetes […]

As a personal trainer and nutritionist, the most commonly asked question I get from my female clients is whether or not lifting weights and strength training will make them bulky. And the simple answer to this question is NO. In this article, I want to take a closer look at why strength training for women […]

Glucomannan, also called Konjac or Amorphophallus rivieri, is a soluble fiber with very beneficial properties. It is estimated that our ancient ancestors ate up to twelve pounds of food daily, and there is no sign that they suffered from chronic illnesses like obesity, diabetes, and cancer at the same rate that modern humans have. The […]

Natural health enthusiasts have long looked for a legendary sweetener that would add sweet flavor to their food while avoiding dangerous spikes in blood sugar. A purported miracle began gaining steam around 2010, and its name was agave nectar. Taken from the agave plant, best known for producing tequila, the sweetener was embraced fiercely as […]

Though drugs are supposed to be your only option — according to conventional wisdom — to help cure certain illnesses while keeping others under control, they aren’t without side effects. As far as blood sugar medication for diabetics, this can include problems such as liver failure. To combat this, many are turning toward natural remedies […]