Health

In some ways, anti-aging is a hopeless pursuit. We all inevitably age. Well, if we’re lucky. We all eventually kick the bucket too. That’s just how life works. We can’t be young and vibrant without the inevitable keeping it all in balance. However, that doesn’t mean that we have to grow old in an unhealthy way. In fact,

I’m sure you know about sage, but do you know how valuable this herb is for your health and overall wellbeing? It’s one of those herbs we’ve all heard about but may not have in the pantry. After reading this, you may just decide to add it to your regular repertoire. Sage, also known as Salvia

I amazed when I saw my 69-year-old aunt sits in a perfect flat-footed squat, like the kind you might see a three-year-old perform. It was amazing. That kind of balance is not common in people her age. It’s not even particularly common in people decades younger than her. When I commented, she said it was her party

Strong and healthy muscles matter. There is really no other way to say it. Your muscles allow you to move freely, send blood throughout your body, lift things, and promote independence. Without strong muscles, you’re at risk for increased dependence and a host of health troubles. Muscles even play a role in ways you might

Over the past few weeks, there has been growing concern about a coronavirus outbreak. Are you at high risk? Probably not. Although a handful of North American cases have come to light in the past week, the virus is largely concentrated in Wuhan, China. Other countries in the Far East have reported cases, but that

Most snacks aren’t doing anything for your health. In fact, most of them contribute to weight gain, poor gut health, and a host of associated problems. But what are you supposed to do when hunger hits between meals and you’re craving that crunch? New research affirms ancient insight and common sense: Grab some walnuts. Walnuts

“Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” — Unknown A few days ago, my wife said something that stirred an immediate flash of anger. Perhaps you can remember being at a similar crossroads? You can:

Your immune system is central to overall health, yet it can be easy to overlook. When thinking about good health, people tend to focus on their heart, muscle strength, weight, and bones. Your immune system, however, compliments all of those components. A healthy immune system can help protect you from danger, toxins, infections, allergens, and

Wouldn’t it be great if there was a magic pill for brainpower? Or at least a food you could eat to ensure your memory and decision-making abilities remained at a high level into the future? Unfortunately, things are not so easy. Memory slips and cognitive decline are commonplace with age. Low stimulation, inflammation, isolation, and

Good health can be tough to achieve, and it impacts our lives in so many ways, from finances, to how we perform at work, to our relationships with family and friends. Most of us know we should eat more fruits and vegetables, stay away from processed foods, drink plenty of water, and exercise. These are core

When I think about the amount of sugar I ate as a child, I am appalled. Every holiday was a love-fest of jelly beans, chocolate kisses, candy canes, and frosted cookies. At the time, we didn’t know any better, other than the fact that we were making our local dentist wealthy. Now we know better,

When you feel stressed or anxious, you might not want to talk about your feelings. And contrary to popular belief, that might be a good thing. It doesn’t mean that you should leave them bottled up, either. New research is showing that one of the best ways to deal with stress and anxiety is to

I’m a very vocal proponent of drinking tea daily. People ask me all the time why tea is my go-to and not coffee: well, let’s be clear. I drink coffee, too, but tea has so many mind-body wellness benefits to it that there’s no debating its advantages for well-being. Let’s take a look. Theanine and Neurotransmitter

Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic, penicillin, in 1927. Since then, antibiotics – drugs that fight bacterial infections – have saved millions of lives worldwide. The term “antibiotic” refers to both natural and synthetic compounds that destroy or inhibit the growth of susceptible bacteria that cause disease in humans or animals. Patients sometimes ask their doctors

By Derek Henry, Holistic Health Coach for Healing the Body The typical choices we make in the grocery store have fallen significantly short of providing the nutrients we require in order to live a healthy lifestyle. Processed and chemically laden foods riddle the shelves, and much of the produce section is severely short on nourishment due to growing