Real Wellness
Have you checked your cholesterol lately? It may seem like a small detail in your health journey, but cholesterol health is important for everyone of all ages. Whether you have high cholesterol or are trying to prevent it, it’s never too late to improve your health. Here are four must-have foods to help you do […]
The health issues that can stem from high cholesterol are no joke. Fearing the risk of heart disease, stroke and other related issues, many people choose prescription cholesterol medications known as statins to keep their ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol levels low. However, more and more studies are revealing how truly detrimental these drugs can be. Luckily, […]
Dried fruits sometimes get a bad reputation due to the fact that some have a high concentration of natural sugars, as well as the processing that some varieties go through. While you do have to be careful which ones you choose, and how many you eat, many dried fruits can provide phenomenal benefits for your […]
Some major changes are coming to some of the most recognizable brands in your grocery store. New efforts, spurred in part by initiatives from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., aim to eliminate unhealthy ingredients and prioritize public health. Health Secretary RFK Jr.’s, “Make America Healthy Again” platform tackles what he calls a “corrupt alliance” […]
Many people run out of fresh food and think they automatically have no other healthy options to eat in the house, but this isn’t true at all! In fact, some of the most life-extending ingredients can — and should be — kept in the pantry. To make room for all the good stuff, you’ll have […]
Researchers have been wondering if contracting respiratory illnesses like the common cold can lead to a person developing a chronic lung disease. Macrophages play a role In a study from Washington University, St. Louis, found that immune cells that are sent to the lungs to fight infection can accumulate and cause inflammatory problems. Eventually, this […]
Rosacea can start out as what seems to be a rosy glow on the cheeks. Over time, little red squiggle marks appear on the skin. A quick visit to the dermatologist can confirm a diagnosis of this common skin condition. The rosy glow of rosacea usually manifests after 30. “Rosacea is one of the most undiagnosed […]
Eating plenty of vegetables can help reduce your risk for many chronic diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke and certain cancers. For example, one 2010 study found that eating just one extra serving of leafy greens a day reduced the risk of type 2 diabetes by 14 percent. Fresh vegetables are a nutritional cornerstone, as […]
Make some room in your natural medicine cabinet, because today we are talking about an amazing remedy that you should definitely keep on hand. We are already familiar with the health benefits of olives and olive oil, but what about the leaves of this bountiful tree? They too contain amazing natural healing abilities. The use […]
Is this even possible? You may be surprised, but many countries around the globe have already adopted or are currently toying with the idea of a three-day weekend in order to promote a healthier work/life balance and increase the productivity and creativity of employees. In the Netherlands a workweek is approximately 29 hours, Denmark and […]
