Although water is good for hydration, other drinks can be more hydrating. Drinks that include sugars, fats and proteins can hydrate people more effectively. Drinks such as Milk, Orange Juice, and Cola seemed to be more hydrating, and the hydrating effect lasted longer. Still water was only ranked 10th out of 13 options, and sparkling […]
Green juice is made from either fresh green vegetables or powdered greens, sometimes with the addition of fruit, herbs or spices. Fresh has more nutrients than powdered, but requires the use of a juicer or blender. Note that bottled green juice has been pasteurised, which destroys some nutrients, and may contain a lot of sugar. […]
Improving our gut health is very important for our long term health and it also affects our mental health as well. The gut has more nerve cells in it than the brain actually does. If you have an upset stomach, you’re going to have an upset brain as poor gut bacteria can cause stress, anxiety […]
The 5E Formula encompasses the basics of a healthy life style in five tips. Carbohydrates, fats, protein, and five daily portions of both fruit and vegetables should be included in a diet. Eat the entire rainbow of fruits and vegetables. Limit intake of foods high in added sugar. Keep hydrated by drinking seven to eight […]
Here are tips to stay healthy this Autumn. If going to a tailgate party, choose healthy options like grilled vegetable skewers and opt out of alcohol. Make sure kids are sleeping enough as being tired increases hunger hormones. Avoid triggers to finally quit smoking. October through November is the optimal time to get a flu […]
As a consequence of climate change, prolonged periods of increased temperatures are more frequent. For good health during these times, it is necessary to ensure adequate intake of water, but the exact quantity is often debated. Recent research studies show that the old notion of 64 ounces of water a day is actually very sound. […]
There are many ways that we can enjoy the every day moments that we tend to overlook in life. Build some bonds with our friends and family and really work on those relationships to get the most out of life. Put away our phones and internet and head outdoors to strengthen our bond with our family […]
When it comes to exercise, very few people are ambivalent about it – you either love it or hate it. However, even some people who enthusiastically, it seems, engage in these activities do actually dislike it and so do I. It sounds strange to hear this from someone who is dedicated to healthy lifestyle, but […]
A good night’s sleep is imperative if you want to be healthy, but unfortunately, many of us do not get an adequate amount of rest. Luckily, there are plenty of scientifically-proven methods for you to get better sleep. For one, you can use light to you advantage by blocking out blue light at night and […]
Positive Thinking Improves Physical Health
When dealing with life, at one time or another we will run into some event that will impact us negatively. It is how we deal with that negative that will affect our health. It is easy to let life and those bad times really bring us down but when we fail to get a grip on […]