‘Tis the season of once-a-year delicacies like turkey, stuffing, and your aunt’s famous apple pie. We have put together some healthy swaps just in time for Christmas. When you are on a weight loss regimen, holidays can seem overwhelming–but fear not! There are simple swaps you can make right away to be sure you don’t…
The holidays are chock full of packed schedules, shuffling from home to home, and many delicious meals. It’s hard to resist the delicacies of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve, especially since they come around only once a year. However, if you are working on weight loss goals, this season can cause a bit of…
Under normal conditions, your brain is fueled mainly by glucose for energy. With that information, it’s not a surprise that dysregulation in our blood sugar levels has been linked to fatigue, reduced alertness, and decreased energy levels. Knowing this can make it easier to manage our blood sugar levels and help to directly support our…
Out of all the organs in your body, the brain is the most complex and as we age, our brain health continually needs nourishment. It is responsible for controlling executive functions that include motivation, creativity, memory, and focus. In order to function properly, the brain requires many different nutrients. As people age they may notice…
Do you love to bake but hate what sugar does to your mood and to your body? Maybe you have a strong sweet tooth, but are fighting so hard to stay on track with your diet. Perhaps you should consider switching up what you use to bake so you can get your sweet tooth fix…
Ozone therapy treatment started in the United States in the early 1980s even though it has been used throughout Europe for various diseases and conditions for many decades. Ozone is a gas with three oxygen atoms. It has been used to stimulate immune functions and works in conjunction with your body’s ability to heal itself. …
Eating a gluten free diet has become extremely popular over the years, and many people are now aware of what gluten is. However, there is still confusion about which foods gluten is found in. Gluten is a protein that is found in wheat and some other grains like barley and rye. Some people find when…
Heart disease and associated cardiovascular diseases are on the rise, but the good news is that there are plenty of things you can do to reduce your risks of suffering from a heart attack or stroke. According to the World Health Organization, 80% of premature strokes and heart attacks could have been prevented. By following…
Healthy Digestion. With all the diets that people try these days, it can be confusing to decide which one is best for you. While there are many “good” ways of eating, there’s never one diet that is perfect for everyone. It’s important to listen to your body and eat intuitively. It’s also a good idea…
Functional health services have boomed in popularity in recent years. As health and wellness have entered the forefront of more and more people’s minds, finding innovative healthcare solutions has never been more critical. Understanding the benefits of functional medicine will help you better understand why the boom in functional medicine services and the increased focus…
