Real Wellness
A study has recently been released that indicates that depression may be more closely related to an illness or allergic reaction than a mental condition. Numerous scientists have spent the last several years studying the science behind what causes depression. George Slavich, a clinical psychologist at the University of California, Los Angeles, has dedicated most […]
The technology of 3D printing is a technique that creates 3D objects from digital designs right before your eyes. Typically, 3D printers work with plastic or other malleable materials to create 3D structures that can be used for toys, lab tools, furniture, and more. Until recently, 3D printing was seen as more of a novelty […]
Probiotic use in North America is expected to grow 6.9 percent from 2012 to 2020, according to Grand View Research. Regularly ingesting probiotic foods and supplements including kimchi, tempeh, kombucha, kefir, yogurt and miso can become expensive fast. What if I told you there is a cheaper, simpler way to support a healthy gut? Prebiotic […]
Did you know that the healthiest foods in the world are actually highly affordable, simple foods that can be found in any supermarket? The most healthy foods you should be regularly eating are whole, simple foods. The most nutrient-dense, safe and healthy foods are whole and unprocessed. Incorporating these into your daily routine can help […]
Honey is a fantastic food to consume internally, and although it does contain a large amount of sugar, it is not refined like the sugar found in processed foods. And, due to the many vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial properties found in honey, the sugar is used and absorbed differently in the body, especially when […]
While rare and exotic beauty treatments tend to get all the press, sometimes it’s good to be reminded of the basics that remain just as effective as ever. Vitamin E oil is one of those ingredients that appears in so many products that we tend to forget about it. It is often used as a […]
Traditional toothpaste contains fluoride, which for many years was thought to be the best option to keep our teeth clean. However, through research, we now know that excess fluoride can cause significant damage to the thyroid and even the brain. And while toothpaste seems harmless and a normal part of life, traditional tubes of toothpaste […]
Coconut and cacao are two foods that offer incredible health benefits. These two saturated fats are not only plant-based (if that’s a concern), but they’re also high in antioxidants, minimally processed (most are raw), and they’re also incredibly satiating. These two butters come from the coconut plant and the cacao bean. They are two of […]
Many health-minded people, especially those interested in the paleo diet, argue that legumes should be avoided because they contain lectins and phytic acid. Lectins are proteins that bind to cell membranes. They’ve been shown to cause damage to the lining of the small intestine and to skeletal muscle, as well as interfere with the proper […]
According to statistics presented by the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), nearly 1.7 million new cancer diagnoses will be handed out this year. The NIH also estimates that just under 590,000 individuals will die this year from some form of cancer. These are scary statistics indeed — and all too […]
