Is it time to rev-up your metabolism but you don't know how? You’ve done the diets, you’ve counted calories, and you’ve spent hours every week at the gym. Yet, for all your effort, the weight just isn’t going anywhere. It’s not unusual to blame your shrink-resistant waistline on a slow metabolism. But, that's not typically …
You might not want dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) dappled across your lawn, but you definitely want to make them a part your healthy diet. For centuries, the sunny yellow dandelion flower, greens, and roots have been embraced around the world for its culinary and medicinal uses. Dandelion root contains several compounds beneficial to health, including the …
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, …
Sipping detox tea may help nourish your liver and support the body's natural process for eliminating toxins from the body. Herbs that strengthen, tone, and stimulate the secretive functions of the liver are known in the Western herbal medicine tradition as hepatics. Although research is limited, many hepatics (aka 'detox teas') have been found to …
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 …
A contrast hydrotherapy foot bath is an excellent way to strengthen your immune system, relieve congestion, soothe sore muscles, and improve circulation. It's great to do in the winter time as it can help promote healthy sleep and warm up cold feet. It's also beneficial for individuals with diabetes as they are prone to a …
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A cousin of watermelon, cucumber and pumpkin, bitter melon is shaped like a cucumber. But, it is larger with lighter green and a more gourd-like skin. In tropical cultures where it's cultivated, bitter melon is used to support digestion because of its ability to break down carbohydrates. When using for medicinal purposes, the entire plant …
Blood sugar regulation is key to living a healthier life. If you’ve been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or metabolic syndrome, you are at a 5-fold increased risk of developing diabetes. And, if you've been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus (DM), don't take it lightly. Left untreated, diabetes can lead to many complications such as heart disease, blindness, …
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