Healthy Living Makes a Difference

There is no substance as controversial as cholesterol, and no substance about which there is more confusion.

In this day and age, we are presenting with a ton of conflicting evidence regarding what types of and how much food to consume.

For the most part, we are familiar with the basic nutrients in our foods; proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals and water.

It is always a good time to help your body deal with the daily burden of environmental pollutants.

The holidays are a time of celebration with family, friends, and of course, food. Packing on a few pounds in the winter months may not seem like a big problem, however the health implications can be much more serious than just extra inches along our waistline.

Think you have to suffer through that cold? Think again. While your doctor may not have a solution for the latest viral infection making the rounds, nature does – echinacea.

It’s that time of year again – the days are shorter, the weather is colder, and you’ve caught a cold. You are not alone.

Granted, staying healthy during the holidays is a struggle for the majority of us. Even those who have the utmost willpower find it hard not to overindulge on the smorgasbord of cheese, bread, potatoes and stuffing.

The incredible healing effects of essential oils are beginning to become more recognized and many have started to experiment with these powerful ingredients.

When speaking of health, we often talk about “boosting” our immune system. However, it should be noted that the immune system can be either underactive or overactive.