Real Wellness
Sleep is very important to our well-being. Not getting enough sleep has been linked to a number of chronic illnesses. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society issued new guidelines for proper sleep, meaning you should get at least seven hours per night. Consistently not getting seven hours can lead to […]
If you’re ready to have a baby or have been trying for a while, nutrition is the right place to start. Even if you’re already pregnant or just want to ensure your fertility is preserved for when you are ready to start a family, this article is for you. Pregnancy has unfortunately become tied with […]
In the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle, it’s not just food and personal care products that must be carefully vetted. Household and work environments can also be laden with dangerous chemicals and toxins. New and old items each come with their own risks. An older home or car may still contain chemicals that were found […]
I began to develop lower back pain while playing college basketball and I haven’t fully recovered. Some days I still feel a dull ache in my lower back that ricochets up my spine — and the pain sticks around for days. I can attest to the fact that dealing with it can create a major […]
Dried fruit is a controversial health food due to its high sugar content. By removing water from fruit, such items as raisins, banana chips, apricots, and prunes are created. Dried fruit has more nutrients than candy, but this doesn’t mean that it is necessarily healthy. Below we unlock the myths surrounding dried fruit once and […]
Memory plays a vital role in maintaining independence and quality of life as we age. While memory naturally declines over time, we can take proactive steps to slow this process. One effective way to support memory is through your diet. Key nutrients like Omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and B vitamins play a vital role in […]
For some women, vaginal hygiene and health is an awkward subject. But it really shouldn’t be. All women have vaginas and all women need to keep them clean and healthy. Not surprisingly, the two go hand in hand. But what constitutes a clean and healthy vagina? Vaginal odor, a change in discharge color and any […]
Does geographic location play a role in your risk of developing dementia? A recent study from the University of California San Francisco, revealed significant regional differences in dementia diagnoses, with rates highest in the Southeast and lowest in the Mid-Atlantic. The findings offer new insights into how environmental and lifestyle factors contribute to dementia risks. […]
Trends come and go in the medical community. In the 1950s, many doctors recommended eating pure lard; can you imagine a doctor advising that to a modern patient? As new studies come out, we learn more about how the human body works. We develop a better understanding of what to eat and how to eat […]
Dealing with skin issues is not fun or easy, especially when it’s not always evident as to what the cause is. Hormones, inflammation, and food allergies are some of the main reasons that skin problems such as acne occur. Sugary foods and refined carbohydrates are also a leading cause, because they promote both inflammation and […]
