Real Wellness
It appears that one of the veggies many of us may turn our noses up at just might be the “it” veggie of the year. Studies are showing that the humble okra is incredibly rich in nutritional properties, and may help prevent diabetes, heart disease, and even weight gain. However, before you fry up some […]
My mother used to sprinkle paprika on all sorts of things — deviled eggs, rice, potatoes and even soups and stews. It added color and a sweet, smoky flavor, which to this day still reminds me of my childhood. What I now know is that, as good as it tastes, this simple, colorful spice is […]
Picture yourself five, ten, twenty years from now. Will you be vibrant, strong and aging gracefully? Or will you be degrading fast and looking older than you are? It’s important to realize that the choice is in your hands. Since getting older is a slow, gradual process that is happening by the minute, it’s those […]
If you have full-blown celiac disease, avoiding gluten is a must. It’s important to know which ingredients could contain hidden gluten and how to read labels and menus to ensure you don’t get exposed. The problem is that there are many words on food labels that could actually be covering up for gluten. If you […]
In the pursuit of health, products that tout B vitamins as a way of giving us an energy boost may seem appealing. After all, vitamin B12 is essential to our overall health. Doctors often recommend B12 to patients who experience low energy. But here’s the kicker: B12 doesn’t give us any extra energy by itself. […]
Plastic water bottles not only consume petrochemicals and pollute the ocean, but they may contain a dangerous chemical that has multiple harmful effects on your health. Now more than ever, it’s important to ensure your immune system is at its best. Read on to discover the truth about your plastic water bottle and how to […]
An overly acidic stomach can easily be prevented and treated with a few simple, and very natural, approaches. Don’t reach for those over-the-counter antacids just yet. Try some other natural options instead! You can’t fix something unless you know why it broke in the first place, right? Well, the same goes for indigestion and an […]
Humans are instinctively obsessed with living a long life, and many of our pursuits are aimed at achieving this goal. This is the story of a man who has reached the age of 94 and whose claim to fame is running. Don McNelly started his running career after a friend died of a heart attack […]
Past studies have shown that breastfeeding is essential for the health of a baby and can reduce a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer. According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, women who breastfeed not only have reduced cancer risk, but also have reduced risk for type 2 diabetes, high […]
Napping is for babies and toddlers. Or is it? As it turns out, a power nap of 10 to 30 minutes a day could be beneficial to all of us. You’ll love to hear that Albert Einstein, Thomas Edison and John F. Kennedy were all known to enjoy a short nap in the afternoon. With […]
