If you pay even a little attention to food industry news, you know there's been huge concerns over Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) in our food supply. It's estimated 70% or more of America's processed grocery products contain gene-altered ingredients. Since at least the 1990's, we've been consuming genetically modified enzymes primarily in breads, cheeses, sodas, …
Detoxification is a natural process that incorporates resting, cleansing, and nourishing the body from the inside out. Toxins are known substances harmful to the body. By eliminating them then fueling your body with healthy nutrients, you can create a healthier life. A planned period of detox can strengthen your body's natural “Detox Team,” leading to …
Do you enjoy a no-sugar-added soda with dinner every night? What about a low-sugar, high protein ‘nutrition bar' after a workout? At the office, are you mindlessly grazing through the low-sugar or no-sugar added cookies? Do you read food label ingredients to see where the sugars are hidden? If you're regularly drawn to sweets or …
Cold-water immersion therapy dates back as far as 3500 BC. Hippocrates in the 4th century BC wrote about using cold water therapies for medicinal purposes. During the last few decades, cold plunging has been gaining popularity, especially among athletes. One specific method, developed by Wim Hof, is getting extraordinarily popular. What is the Wim Hof …
Grounding, sometimes called 'earthing,' involves connecting your body to the Earth. Grounding embraces the Earth and all the living things on it as part of a global electrical system. The idea of improving human health by touching the earth was suggested over 130 years ago. Nowadays, humans make plastic shoes, drive cars with rubber tires, …
Yoga developed during the tantric civilization in India and all parts of the world more than 10,000 years ago. Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word yuj, which means 'to join' or 'to unite'. Practiced by more than 14% of American adults in 2017, most people have heard of yoga. Known for its movements, yoga …
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With the closing of one year, another one brings dawning opportunities for new experiences and growth. Part of bringing in the New Year generally includes some sort of health-supporting change from exercise to dieting, and everything in between. Nowadays, there is a strong argument that dieting isn’t the answer; it’s possible to be healthy at …
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