Do you bite your nails every time you are stressed or anxious? This troublesome habit can not only damage your nails and teeth but also make you prone to infection as the bacteria and viruses can pass from your nails to your mouth and face. Why do people bite their nails? What can be done […]
Archives for February 2019
Hiatal Hernia Natural Treatment + Symptoms, Causes, And Diet
Did you notice an unusual bulge in your upper body? Is this accompanied by abdominal/chest pain and symptoms of acidity? If you answered yes to both these questions, it could be a case of hiatal hernia. Heavy weightlifting and straining are the common causes of this condition. Do you want to know more about a […]
How To Treat Cubital Tunnel Syndrome + Causes And Exercises
You are about to lift that mug of tea when you feel pain shooting up from your elbow to your little finger, resulting in tingling and numbness. While you may be fearing the worst, this is most probably a result of a compressed ulnar nerve. This condition is termed as cubital tunnel syndrome. Keep reading […]
6 Ways Gluten Can Be Bad For Some People – Findings From 34+ Studies
Gluten has become controversial. While some say it can be safe for most, others believe it can be harmful. More Americans are going gluten-free. In a 2018 survey published by the National Restaurant Association, 44% of the surveyed chefs claimed gluten-free was a hot trend in the US (1). Though the trend seems to be […]
What Are Oxalates: High-Oxalate Foods + How To Prevent Oxalate Build-up
Oxalate is an organic compound found in certain plant and animal foods. High oxalate levels have been often associated with kidney stones and other health issues. It is hence important to identify such foods and, more importantly, understand if you should limit their intake. In this article, we will discuss what oxalates are, what foods […]
Put Down The Girl Scout Cookies And Read These Hilarious Tweets Instead
“There are 5 seasons: Winter, Spring, Girl Scout Cookie season, Summer, and Fall.” View Entire Post ›
Ways to help you sleep better
Can’t sleep? Join the club. Insomnia affects almost half of U.S. adults 60 and older, says the National Institutes of Health. Unless certain medical conditions or medications are the cause of your sleeplessness, the most common culprit is anxiety, says Lisa Meltzer, an education scholar for the National Sleep Foundation and associate professor of pediatrics at […]
Power food bowls recipes
POWER FOOD BOWLS MEALS If you haven’t already heard of them, power bowls are the hot new food trend. Made from grains, greens and protein, they’re a nutritionally dense way to eat a meal that’s a lot more filling than just a salad. Trendy joints like Sweetgreen and Native Foods Cafe offer fast-casual grains and greens bowls […]
Superfood powders
What’s better than superfoods, you ask? Superfood powders, of course! Just imagine all the raw, natural, nutritional goodness of your favorite superfoods ground into perfectly palatable powders that can be added to juice, smoothies, soups, sauces, yogurt, ice cream and even baked goods. Let’s face it. Even if you do your best to adhere to […]
10 Benefits of Listening to Relaxing Music
Maybe you have your own playlist of relaxing music. You turn it on when you need to calm your mind. Music can make us feel so wonderfully peaceful. It produces serotonin to relieve our stress and relieve physical pain. It’s always there for us. And it’s not a coincidence. Music has a huge impact on our brain, and […]