Is all sugar created equal? With the diabetes epidemic that's been sweeping America in full force today it's good to know the facts where sugar and sugar substitutes are concerned. When you're trying to eat a healthy balanced diet sugar can be an important part of the...
There's plenty of research out there that tells you that it's important to watch your salt intake or it can result in high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, kidney disease, cirrhosis and a host of other chronic diseases that can be life threatening. But on the...
No one loves going to the doctor, especially when it involves lengthy and uncomfortable tests. But health screenings can be important for identifying issues before they evolve. Preventive measures and early treatments can save time, money and frustration. One aim of...
If you're confused about sugar substitutes you're not alone. It seems as if every day you hear or see contradictory information being put out in the media outlets about artificial sweeteners, it can be exasperating trying to decipher fact from fiction. Below you'll...
Continuing with the theme of August as National Breastfeeding month, let's talk about food and activities that may help with breastfeeding. All moms want to produce the most nutritious milk possible for their babies in order to provide them with the vitamins and...
It's difficult enough to determine what's safe to put in our bodies on a day-to-day basis, but those decisions can be even tougher if you're pregnant. Many women are afraid to receive vaccines while pregnant because they worry it may harm the growing fetus. However, a...
The term "epigenetics" has been making headlines left and right in the scientific and healthcare communities. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept, the term literally translates to "above genetics" -- meaning that the observable traits or characteristics in an...
The average person eats two or three meals a day with a few snacks in between, yet according to Medical Daily, the majority of Americans consume less than the daily recommended amount of nutrients. For many, it can be a challenge to fit all vitamins and minerals into...
It seems like only yesterday that the fitness craze of tracking your steps began with a simple pedometer. Today, there are many advanced wearable fitness trackers, such as the Apple watch, Fitbit and Garmin Fit Tracker, that can measure your heart rate and the...
Updated July 23rd, 2017 Motivating Yourself To Get Back Into Shape With Help From A Fitness app is a great way to transform your phone into your own personal workout partner. Fitness apps are a great way to transform your phone into your own personal workout partner....
