Our lives have become focused around activities that require us to be still. We are either commuting, stuck in traffic, on the computer or the leisurely tv time. Leading cardiologists are warning us that we are sitting still way to much. The American Heart Association (AHA) says that we are spending far too much time…
Category: Fit for Life
Coffee Talk
Do you love your coffee in the morning? It’s a good thing right? You get that shot of energy and firing all of those neurons. The upside is that it can promote a healthy heart, reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and make you smarter. Yes, I like that last benefit. So, why are…
Coconut Oil Benefits
Many people from around the world are enjoying a healthy lifestyle from eating massive amounts of coconut, so why should we not all be using it? What are the advantages of coconut oil? The Lauric acid in coconut oil can kill bacteria, viruses and fungi, helping you to fight infections. It can kill hunger, making…
Healthy Eating
I have always wanted to ask a nutritionist questions about what I needed to do to eat healthy. You do not have to look far on the internet to find out what they are saying. Here are some things that they will probably tell you. Eat Real Food If you pick up a container of…
Holy Basil Benefits
Holy Basil is great for reducing depression, stress and anxiety. It promotes health and wellbeing and protects the mind and body in a very positive way. It is an adaptogen, meaning it brings balance to the entire body and protects it from stresses of all kinds. It increases strength, stamina and endurance and allows the…
The Sweet Names of Sugar
I never knew there were so many different types of sugar in our world. Until I started researching the subject. Sugars occur naturally in many foods, especially in fruits and some vegetables. But food manufacturers add unneeded sugars to many items you may not expect. It can be more disguised these days, so when reading…
Artery Cleansing Foods
Artery Cleansing Foods We know how eating the right food can promote good health, help you lose weight, and treat many health conditions! But did you know that eating the right food can also help you cleanse your arteries? Well, it’s true! There are many foods that you can eat to reduce deposits and clear…
The 411 On Healthy Digestion
Discover 10 benefits of eating good-for-you fiber and seven high-fiber foods to work into your diet. Have you eaten enough fiber today? The average person eats as little as 13 grams per day, which is just half the recommended amount. The standard American diet processed foods, excess fat and sugar, and few fruits and vegetables…
Do the Kettlebell Swing
In exploring the internet I am always looking for new exercises that do more for you in less time and not be bored with it. I came across one that could burn 300 to 350 calories in 30 minutes time. That is huge! It is a basic two step kettlebell exercise move that could count…
Eye Health: Vision vs Technology
I found this great article from a leading Optometrist that has helped me greatly. With all the time we spend using our tech products, phone, computer, laptop, iPads, and iPods, we can tire our eyes out. This blog can help you find some relief, I hope you will find these tips as helpful as I…
Honey
Around the world and through the centuries, it has always been with us sweetening our foods, healing our wounds and curing our aliments. You might call it the original superfood, nourishing our bodies inside and out. Honey, a carbohydrate-rich syrup produced by bees primarily from floral nectars, is composed mostly of fructose and glucose. Worker…
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