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3 Supplements You Should be Taking if You’re Over 45 Years Old
Yes, while I always say that it’s better to get your nutrients from food first sometimes supplements are necessary. Unfortunately, there are just some all-too-common nutrients that we simply don’t get enough of. And they’re absolutely critical to optimal health and wellness. Especially as we age. Here I sifted through the supplements that are available on the market and boiled them down to three that can have the best effect for us. Supplement #1: Vitamin D If you live in North America chances are you are low in vitamin D. It’s the “sunshine vitamin” and we just aren’t able to […]
The Art of Skin-Mapping: A New Method of Determining your Internal Health from the Outward Condition of Your Skin!
Health science has advanced to impeccable and seemingly impossible levels. What was once thought to never be cured has been eradicated from the health scene completely. With all these incredible advancements, there has been a new surge of studies in one particular old therapeutic and pseudo-medical practice: Skin-Mapping, taking the condition of the skin in particular regions of the body and predicting internal health based on those findings. So with all these advancements, the art of skin mapping can still determine your internal workings of your body by bringing notice to certain flare-ups or unusual blemishes. It has now come […]
Healthy Eating on the Go.
How to fuel your body for better health and more energy even when you have a crazy busy schedule. One of the biggest struggles that most people face today is a hectic schedule. We’re so busy that it makes eating healthy a real challenge. Quick and convenient foods end up taking the place of healthy, nourishing food when we’re on the go, go, go all the time. These less-than-ideal food choices put us on the hamster wheel of experiencing low energy, weight gain, and potential health problems. What if I told you it didn’t have to be this way? […]
Healthy Life Challenge!
Eating Healthy Have you ever heard the saying: ‘you are what you eat’? On the face of it, this might seem like something of a meaningless statement. Sure, it sounds good…. But what does it mean? While the saying might be clichéd, the fact is that it is far more accurate than most people realize. You literally are what you eat; to the point where every molecule in your body will have come from something you consumed (or your mother consumed if you’re still young!). Your body simply recycles what you put into it and uses it to keep on […]
Soaking Nuts and Creating Creamy Nut Milk
Nuts are nutritional powerhouses. They need to be soaked and dehydrated or sprouted to capitalize on their nutritional profile and protect ourselves from natural toxins. Soaking nuts is essential for our health. Benefits of Soaking Nuts: • helps neutralize enzyme inhibitors • increases the potency of nutrients such as Vitamin B • removes anti-nutrients like phytates, tannins, and goitrogens • makes proteins more available • promotes the growth of healthy enzymes vital for healthy digestion • eradicate toxins contained in the colon and encourages the growth of beneficial bacteria like lactobacilli which is essential for intestinal and colon health Soak-Drain-Rinse […]
How to Use Witch Hazel for Your Skin
If you are searching for a versatile addition to your skincare routine, Witch hazel would be the best choice. While it’s easy to use the natural astringent as-is on a cotton ball, blending it with other ingredients allows you to create a range of customized skin care products that suit your skin type perfectly. Use these simple tips to get healthy, glowing skin with simple, natural ingredients. Cleansing and Toning Witch hazel is a pore-tightening toner and a natural cleanser that can be applied directly to your skin with a cotton ball. For the best astringent and toning benefits, […]
Holistic Skin Care: Herbs and Spices to Try Out
When it comes to holistic skincare sometimes all you need to id to look into your spice rack or if you grow your own herbs, your garden. Humans have known for millennia that different herbs can be astringent or can help the skin hold on to moisture. They can clear up breakouts and make skin glow with health. Here are some herbs and spices to consider for skin care: Oat Straw Oat straw is the stem of the oat plant while it’s still green and its sap is milky. It is a great source of silica and calcium […]
All About Natural Sunscreen
Summer coming up, and I thought writing about natural sunscreens would be helpful. Depending on your skin type, your body will produce between 1,000 and 10,000 international units (IUs) of vitamin D when exposed to 30 minutes of the mid-day sun. This is important because vitamin D deficiency has been linked to weak bones, insomnia, mood disorders, hormonal imbalances and more. But too much of anything can be bad, and sun exposure is no exception. Sun Exposure and Skin Cancer According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), skin cancer is the single most common type of […]
8 Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar for Skin
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has much potent skincare uses. It can be a potent weapon in the fight against acne, and it can help soothe sunburned skin. Ahead, learn some of the best ways to use apple cider vinegar in your skincare regimen. Get Rid of Razor Bumps Apple cider vinegar has anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it an effective remedy against razor bumps. When dealing with aggravated razor bumps, put a few drops of apple cider vinegar on a cotton swap. Then apply the vinegar to the affected area. The anti-inflammatory effects will minimize signs of razor […]
How to Plan and Prepare Meals Even When You’re Busy.
Everyone wants to eat healthier, but it is not easy because we are way too busy. You eat out more than you would like to during the week because that’s what you have to do. This arrangement is working for your family, and you don’t want to add more hours to your day to cook, and it is convenient. But you realize that it’s not working well when it comes to your health and fitness goals. You want to eat better. You want better health. You want to feel your best. You don’t want fast food or junk food; […]