Wait a minute…social relationships can affect our health? Though it may be hard to believe, scientists are finding that our links to others can have powerful effects on our health. And they’re not just referring to romantic partners, but to family, friends, neighbors, and others, who can ultimately influence our biology and well-being. Not to […]
Why Are B Vitamins So Important?
Commonly referred to as vitamin B complex, the eight B vitamins play an essential role in keeping our bodies running smoothly and efficiently. That’s right, I said eight B vitamins…not just one! B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, and B12, each perform unique and important functions in our bodies. These vitamins are essential because […]
Green Power
When you hear the term “green power,” what comes to mind? Perhaps visions of solar panels or a hillside dotted with energy-generating windmills? But instead, let’s think about green power in more personal terms. Think about the super concentrated power that green food provides your body. From the veggies that grace your dinner plate to […]
Be Careful with Those Sweets This Halloween!
Halloween is tomorrow and we all know what that means. Candy in drugstores, grocery stores, pretty much everywhere you look! It’s OK to indulge every once in a while, and Halloween is definitely one of those times. However, if you’re looking to cut back on sugar, and keep those blood sugar levels in a healthy […]
Low Cholesterol Living
Over 100 million Americans – about 17 percent of the population, have moderate to high cholesterol levels. Of these, more than 37 million have cholesterol levels that place them at high risk of developing heart disease. But the fact remains, not all cholesterol is bad. Actually, the body needs cholesterol for the production of vitamin […]