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So, should you jump on the bandwagon too? Answer: Yes you should (end of post). But what exactly is it about coconut oil that makes it so...

So much of health is all about habits and actions, but where do these all stem from? What if we don’t have to make as many changes as we...

Yes, we're talking testosterone. That muscle-building hormone. But I'm not going to recommend that you take any anabolic steroid...

The word “metabolism” is thrown around a lot these days. You know that if yours is too slow you might gain weight. But what exactly does...

Getting a common cold doesn’t have to be so… common. There are things you can do naturally to make getting sick less likely. But, if you...

In today’s world, we are constantly on the go, a steady state of “busy-ness” is the norm, and we’re always running from one...

Inflammation is a trending topic in the health & wellness world lately, and for good reason… According to LiveScience, “inflammation is a...

Are you stuck trying to figure out why you’re gaining weight — or why it’s so difficult to lose those extra pounds that just seemed to...

You’ve just finished your workout and you know you need to eat something. But what? Workout nutrition may seem rather complicated but it...

A big part of feeling successful in your healthy eating regime is planning and preparing your meals ahead of time -- so you’re not...

This word seems to be on many people’s lips these days, but with it comes great burden and so much confusion! So, let’s start with a...

Proteins, made up of long chains of amino acids, are the body’s building blocks. Every cell requires them for structure and function,...

Eating as mindfully as we might on vacation, for example, is not realistic for many of us, especially with work, busy families, physical...

If you haven’t heard by now, fat is your friend! Dietary fat provides energy, supports cell maintenance, enhances nutrient absorption,...

Genetically modified organisms, GMOs, GM foods… terms we likely come across in any typical grocery store visit. These are also terms that...

SENESCENCE or Biological Aging is the gradual deterioration of functional characteristics. The word senescence can refer either to...

If you’re trying to eat healthier, you already know you should be including lots of fruit, vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains....

Contrary to today’s diet culture, it’s OK to be hungry! It doesn’t mean that you don’t have the willpower to stay away from unhealthy...

When was the last time you woke up without an alarm, refreshed and didn’t need a big bucket of coffee to get going in the morning?...

Inflammation. It’s not just for health headlines... It’s a fact! Scientists are measuring levels of inflammation in our bodies and...