Real Wellness
A recent study published in Preventive Medicine (2015) found that men and seniors sleep better when they have access to nature. The study surveyed over 255,000 adults across the United States and found that participants who had access to nature slept badly fewer than seven nights per month. Those who had less access to nature […]
A study has found that women who take vitamin D3 supplements do not have better bone health, suggesting that vitamin D produced in the body from moderate sun exposure — together with a combination of vitamin K, calcium, magnesium, and other minerals — are all essential to bone health. According to the study, published in […]
Adopting six simple healthy lifestyle habits could cut your risk of developing dementia, suggests research. Experts additionally said benefits could be gained from only ten minutes of exercise daily — half of what is recommended. Dementia is a condition where the brain function is impacted, which robs sufferers of independence and memories and is on […]
Most of us would be happy to lose a few pounds with almost no effort. However, losing weight without working out in the gym or cutting down could signify something sinister. A rapid loss of weight can be a symptom of a plethora of potentially severe conditions, from stress to serious illnesses, diabetes, and even […]
Everyone is jumping on the bandwagon of green smoothies. They are touted as the health conscious person’s holy grail. To get more servings of important fruits and vegetables, you’ve just got to drink green smoothies! But what if that healthy-looking drink is actually nutritionally similar to an ice-cream sundae? This could be the case with […]
We all love to give our pets lots of kisses and cuddles, but what if you end up with a nasty parasite or viral infection? Animals are unfortunately prone to a number of illnesses that can be passed to humans. These are called zoonotic diseases. Learn to spot the signs so that you don’t get […]
Did you know that there is one natural remedy that can protect against every leading cause of death in Western countries? It’s time for a new go-to remedy to join the ranks of coconut oil, raw honey, and apple cider vinegar. Cayenne pepper has so many amazing benefits; it has the potential to fight chronic […]
The stress of trying to have it all can leave us feeling like we have nothing at all. If we just take a step back to smell the roses, our bodies and minds will relax and find balance, allowing us to better plan, create, and savor each moment. Here are 35 reasons why actively seeking […]
There are so many natural remedies available, it can seem like we need to be spending thousands of dollars on supplements and herbs. However, it’s easy to keep things simple if you stick with these 14 basic remedies that are practically cure-alls. Use this list to stock your natural medicine cabinet and you’ll have the […]
As much as we might be reluctant or embarrassed to talk about it, sex is one of the most important things for our health. Robust scientific evidence shows that we can have better mental, physical and social health from regular, satisfying sexual encounters. A fulfilling sex life makes us glow with inner vitality and connect […]
