I first became interested in vitamin D when I learned that it is not a vitamin. Instead, it is the only known substrate of a seco-steroid neuro-hormone that functions, like all steroids, by turning genes Read More
Regular physical activity has lots of benefits for people with diabetes, and the amount of exercise is not that much- just 150 minutes a week- which works out to less than 30 minutes a day. Read More
Potassium is a mineral in your cells. It helps your nerves and muscles work as they should. The right balance of potassium also keeps your heart beating at a steady rate. If your level is Read More
Add these 7 foods to help calm inflammation in your body. Inflammation has become quite the buzzword lately, touted as the cause of everything from acne to Alzheimer’s and from digestive issues to obesity, and Read More
About 3 grams daily of omega-3 fatty acids, consumed in foods or supplements, appears to be the optimal daily dose to help lower blood pressure, according to a research review published today in the Journal of Read More
Eating a handful of blueberries every day could be the difference between having hypertension or normal blood pressure. Blueberries have been used for medicinal purposes since their discovery. Native Americans called them star berries because Read More
If you want to add superfoods to your diet in the new year, Montmorency tart cherries may be perfect for you. These specific tart cherries are great for exercise recovery, they help treat arthritis and Read More
Everyone’s lives are extremely busy and maintaining a consistent sleep schedule that works for you and your routine can be difficult. Some people are night owls and like to stay up late and others work Read More
When cold weather hits, it’s natural to want to bundle up and stay warm in a multitude of different ways: warm blankets, thick, wool sweaters, and delicious, hearty meals. Winter is the perfect season for Read More
(Family Features) Between changes in routine and visiting family (or having them visit you), the holidays can be emotionally overwhelming and stressful for children and adults alike, even in “normal times.” Add in inclement weather, Read More
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