Dark chocolate is loaded with nutrients that can positively affect your health. Made from the seed of the cocoa tree, it is one of the best sources of antioxidants on the planet. Studies show that dark chocolate (not the sugary crap) can improve your health and lower the risk of heart disease. This article reviews…
The 10 Healthiest Leafy Green Vegetables
Leafy green vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. They’re packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber but low in calories. Eating a diet rich in leafy greens can offer numerous health benefits including reduced risk of obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure and mental decline. Here are 13 of the healthiest leafy green…
8 tips for healthy eating
These 8 practical tips cover the basics of healthy eating and can help you make healthier choices. The key to a healthy diet is to eat the right amount of calories for how active you are so you balance the energy you consume with the energy you use. If you eat or drink more than your body needs,…
It’s not a myth: Lack of sleep can really affect your weight…and so much more!
It can be difficult to get enough sleep every night. Between finding time for work, family, responsibilities, exercise, planning and preparing healthy meals, sleep is the key element you could be neglecting. But experts advise that if you want to be healthy and lose weight, make healthy sleep habits a priority. Sleep and weight loss…
The wonderful thing about walking
What’s great about walking is that most everyone can do it. You don’t need special equipment, skills or a designated space to walk and you can do it whether you’re in excellent or declining health. Although you could literally just step outside and walk, it is recommended that you wear a good pair of walking…
10 Health Benefits of Kale
Of all the super healthy greens, kale is king. It is definitely one of the healthiest and most nutritious plant foods in existence. Kale is loaded with all sorts of beneficial compounds, some of which have powerful medicinal properties. Here are 10 health benefits of kale that are supported by science. 1. Kale Is Among…
Meditation As A Life Tool
Meditation has the tremendous ability to center you, ground your thoughts and help you reverse the stress from life’s daily pressures and responsibilities. There are many ways you can practice meditation e.g. by simply sitting Indian-style and breathing to feel rejuvenated and at peace, reaping positive effects that will help in many aspects of your…
10 Reasons Why Good Sleep Is Important
A good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your health. In fact, it’s just as important as eating healthy and exercising. Unfortunately, the Western environment is interfering with natural sleep patterns. People are now sleeping less than they did in the past, and sleep quality has decreased as well. Here are 10 reasons why good…
Everything You Need to Know About Avocados + 15 Science-Backed Reasons to Eat These Fabulous Fruits
SUMMARY Avocados are popular and loved by many. In fact, consumption in the U.S. has risen more than fourfold in the last 20 years. But how much do you know about the creamy green fruit (yes, it’s a fruit!)? Are there avocado health benefits you should know about? Where do they come from? And are…
Good Reasons to Avoid Artificial Sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners may seem like the healthier opinion, but in actuality, they are unhealthier for your body in the long run. When you can find healthier alternatives to aspartame and learn how to substitute artificial sugar for natural sugars, you can become healthier for the long run. What’s in an Artificial Sweetener, anyways? Artificial sweeteners…