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by Wellness Editor Breakfast salads — yes, they’re a thing — are loaded with nutrients and energy that we need to start the day. What’s more, eating a salad for breakfast paves the way for healthier eating throughout the rest of the day. When we start the day feeling light and free, without the weight of carbs and sugar on our bellies, good things can happen.Breakfast salads are the new rage in healthy eating — and for... 9/20/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor In order to function properly, the human body needs water. Women need approximately 11.5 cups of fluids per day, whereas men need about 15.5 cups. The water can come from many sources, including popular beverages, such as coffee and soda, and watery fruits and vegetables, like cucumbers and watermelon. But we definitely need it, and when we're drinking optimum amounts, we reap benefits.While it is... 9/19/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Doctors’ appointments can be expensive, and sometimes you want to get your test ordered and drawn without having to witness judging eyes or long-winded lectures. Now, we can get the STI test results while enjoying our privacy.There are numerous accredited companies to choose from including Nurx, EverlyWell, LetsGetChecked, Private iDNA and STD Check. We've gathered the most prominent to make comparisons... 9/19/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher INTRODUCTION Several health agencies (including the CDC, the NIH, the American Heart Association, etc.) monitor trends and developments relating to cardiovascular disease (CVD). One might expect that, statistically speaking, circumstances remain relatively the same from year to year but that is simply not so. Cardiovascular disease, for example, may have once been thought of as a “man’s disease” but... 9/18/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Meditation is one of those things that offers tremendous benefits to our health, but which we often need some assistance getting to. According to Mindworks.org, some of the health benefits associated with regular meditation include stress management, less anxiety, decreased depression, increased immunity, better sleep, better gut health and an overall sense of happiness and well-being. But it can be... 9/17/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Benahili Ojeme The use of rosehip oil as an ingredient in beauty products has become very popular in 2018. However, Egyptians, Mayans, and Hippocrates in ancient Greek started this beauty trend. They used this essential oil because of its healing, antifungal, antiviral and antibacterial properties. Rosehip oil’s anti-inflammatory properties are second to none. It is indeed a super oil. This superpower is why supermodels,... 9/16/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor The term “adrenal fatigue” has gained recent popularity as one possible cause of an apparent epidemic of gut problems, sleep disturbances, anxiety and fatigue. But is it even real? What can you do if you’re suffering?“Adrenal fatigue” is a term naturopaths use to describe the long-term effects of stress on the body. Symptoms include extreme fatigue, digestive issues, anxiety, insomnia and sweet or... 9/16/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor CBD, the non-psychoactive chemical found in hemp and marijuana, has gained a lot of recent attention for its potential benefits. It’s also becoming more widely available, sold in numerous forms alongside other popular herbal remedies. With so many choices, capsules, creams, oils and more, how can we know which form of CBD is best?What Is CBD and How Does it Work?CBD, short for cannabidiol, is the... 9/14/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Indy Summers Human skin is the largest and one of the most important organs that make up the human body. Skin itself accounts for more than 15% of a person's weight. Making up the skin is more than 300 million cells. Such a large organ requires careful attention. If skin is not taken care of it can cause tremendous problems for the body. There are a number of things people can do to take care of their skin. Here... 9/14/2019 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Americans are stressed out, and it’s making them sick. According to the American Psychological Association, the vast majority of people experience some level of stress. Many even report extreme levels of stress such that it impacts their health. In an effort to combat the epidemic, scientists have developed a “vaccine” that seeks to reduce the symptoms associated with the body’s stress response. But... 9/13/2019 7:00:00 AM
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