If staying healthy were simple, then there probably wouldn’t be so many blogs, books and articles telling us how to do it! Instead of being helpful, the plethora of information available can be quite overwhelming. Believe it or not, though, the steps to a healthier you really are pretty simple. They can be broken down into three general categories. Be…
Do you know why we need more protein? Did you know that protein is essential to life? Protein is a powerful nutrient made up of many amino acids that are components of every cell in your body. Protein is used to build and repair tissues and make essential enzymes and hormones, blood cells and many other important chemicals. It…
Sleep and Lights How many times have you fallen asleep with the lights, or television on, or even stayed up late to use your computer right before going to bed? A key factor in regulating sleep and your biological clocks is exposure to light or to darkness so falling asleep with lights on may not be the best thing for a…
Benefits of Hemp The benefits of hemp are boundless. This wonder food balances your hormones, nourishes your skin and hair, calms post-workout inflammation, and relaxes your muscles. Once a mainstay crop in the United States with the Declaration of Independence drafted on hemp, and early American flags were made of this durable, plant-based fabric. In the early 1900s, one report…
Would you like a glass of water? When I am eating at a restaurant, I always ask the waiter for warm water with lemon and they often look at me like I am a crazy person. But, today you will find out why. Maybe you know that the warm water makes your skin feel looser and opens your pores, while…