By Guest Blogger: Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS The premise is simple…A calorie deficit must be created through exercise to lose fat, and a small calorie intake reduction. This means more energy needs to go out than comes in. While this sounds good, life is never that simple. Certain problems can arise that may counteract all […]
Continue reading
For as long as I can remember, doctors have been suggesting that ulcers and stress go hand-in-hand. But now I know better. True stress can kill you by breaking down your immune system and slowly draining your adrenal glands…there is no arguing that stress is poisonous to your well-being and living healthy. But the days […]
Continue reading
Did you know that your stomach has been described as your “second brain”? This isn’t just a catchy phrase—it’s backed by the fact that billions of neuroreceptors line the gut, creating a vast neural network that controls everything from immune function and hormone regulation to inflammation response and nutrient absorption. But what happens when we […]
Continue reading
The intestinal parasite is nonpartisan, nondiscriminatory, and provides an equal opportunity infection. According to Dr. Bernard Jensen, best-selling author of “Foods That Heal,” parasites are the number one health enemy in the world. In fact they outrank cancer as mankind’s deadliest enemy world-wide. But, how do you know if you have an intestinal parasite? Symptoms […]
Continue reading
If you’ve been feeling under the weather but can’t quite pinpoint the cause, it could well be the amount of toxins in your body. We are constantly surrounded by toxins. Toxins that we eat, drink, breathe, and wear affect us every day of our lives. Many individuals, concerned about their health, turn to a detox […]
Continue reading
I am continually amazed with the miracles of nature. Did you know a flower can make you smarter? I’m talking about the periwinkle flower. It’s not only a beautiful garden flower, but it contains a miraculous brain-booster called vinpocetine (vin-PO-si-teen). It helps us to stay young, prevents memory loss (especially long-term memory) and even supports […]
Continue reading