Real Wellness
We all suffer from acid reflux at some point in our lives. Until I adopted a paleo way of eating, I used to suffer from a bad case of acid reflux at least once a week. While that was certainly bad, I continue to have friends and family who suffer from acid reflux every single […]
You can be having the worst day ever, but you come home to find your dog looking up at you. Suddenly everything is just a little bit better. Is your dog weaving a magic spell, or could it be your hormones at work? It turns out that when humans look into the eyes of their […]
Constipation is a pretty horrible feeling. It gets even worse when you’ve been constipated for days, wanting nothing more than to release the pressure in your bowels, to no avail. The simple act of pooping, a normal part of being human, should not be so difficult. But for many people, it often is. If you […]
The average person will sleep for around 25 years in their lifetime. That makes sleep kind of a big deal. Sure, some of that time might be spent napping on the couch, at your work desk or in a sun-drenched hammock. But the lion’s share of that sleeping occurs in your bed, on a mattress. […]
For those who love to regularly kick start their morning cup of coffee with cinnamon, you’re in for some good news. And for those who don’t, here’s something to consider. Science tells us that regular consumption of cinnamon can do so much more than simply flavor coffee. In fact, when this “rockstar” of the spice […]
For some men, skipping the dishes or leaving the dirty laundry to their spouse may be the norm. However, a recent study published in the Journal of Family Psychology (2015) is shattering traditional housework stereotypes. The study, out of the Department of Human Ecology at the University of Alberta, Canada, found that men who do […]
If you’re not already eating Brussels sprouts and walnuts, now may be a great time to a start. Researchers believe that the vitamin A and antioxidants contained in these foods may fend off the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. The Impact of Alzheimer’s Disease Every 66 […]
When it comes to eating your “greens,” you may want to include microgreens as part of that intake. Microgreens are the seedlings of vegetables such as spinach, beets, peas, and so forth. They should not be confused with sprouts, which only germinate in water until they develop roots, pale leaves, and a stem. Particularly since […]
Based on my passion for writing, I have met many interesting people who have expressed some pretty forward-thinking ideas and concepts. One woman, in particular, focused on how you can overcome cancer by changing your lifestyle — something which she successfully did. Until I met her, I viewed a lemon as just a lemon. It was […]
I love juicing and I love fresh juice. It is indeed an exceptional tool that can be used to improve overall health, immunity and energy levels. Juicing allows you to absorb all of the nutrients from vegetables without any waste. I especially like juicing because it transforms amazingly healthy raw food into delicious juices that […]
