Health

While most of us focus on burning more calories while we are awake, how many are aware of the body's ability to burn calories while we sleep? There is scientific evidence to show that the brain uses nearly 20...

The main priority of the immune system is to help protect us from illnesses and infections, but sometimes our first line of defense may not be as strong as we need it to be. With the seasons changing and...

Ladies, today is all about helping you become a healthier you, which isn't a hard task but it isn't an easy one either. To feel and look amazing at every stage and age in your life, it is essential...

Did you know that in the U.S. alone, nearly 790,000 people have a heart attack and close to 795,000 have a stroke annually? That is a scary number, especially when you consider the fact that our population comprises nearly...

Consider yourself lucky if you've managed to cruise through your life without having any vision troubles and the need for glasses or contacts. Unfortunately, good eye health in your younger years does not guarantee healthy vision as you age — there...

Many of us either experience anxieties or come across people who deal with various phobias in their everyday lives. While some mild and manageable anxieties don't disrupt our lives, there are more severe versions like social phobias and the...

Have you ever wondered why you and your sibling(s) have some common problems like acne, tendency to gain weight, a gluten allergy or even rosacea? You can thank one or both of your parents for that because these and some...

When you think about plants, you may tend to think of foliages, chlorophyll or photosynthesis, but what about polyphenols? And, did you know what they can do for your health? Polyphenols are plant chemicals that play an essential role in...

Functional herbs have received a lot of attention recently for their healing capabilities. And many consumers all over the world are starting to realize how these gifts from mother nature have the ability to improve our overall health. These type of...

Our immune system has learned how to cope with a wide variety of bacteria, and this ability has been essential in our quest for maintaining optimum health. And yet, sometimes our immune system needs a little help, which is...