Apple cider vinegar has long been used as an effective detoxification tool, and for good reasons! The main goals of a detox are to: Cleanse the system of toxins, such as air and environmental pollutants, processed ingredients from foods, and chemicals from everyday products; Assist the body’s organ systems in ridding the body of built-up …
Regular exercise. Experts and countless studies agree: regular exercise is probably the closes we’ll ever get to a fountain of youth. The mechanisms are multifold. Aerobic exercise helps strengthen hearts, makes arteries more flexible, lowers blood pressure and promotes healthy blood flow to the brain. Strength training preserves muscle and bone mass, which naturally declines …
We’ve all gotten better about wearing sunscreen during the summer, but there is still room for improvement. Sunscreen is recommended for ALL skin tones. While it’s true that UVB rays (the ones that cause sunburns) are not as strong during cooler months, “UVA rays, which go deeper and are largely responsible for skin aging, are …
Getting the proper amount of sleep and mental health are closely connected. Sleep deprivation affects your psychological state and mental health. And those with mental health problems are more likely to have insomnia or other sleep disorders. Americans are notoriously sleep-deprived, but those with psychiatric conditions are even more likely to be yawning or groggy …
Do You Need Eight Glasses of Water a Day? A study from Purdue University “revealed” what dietitians have known for decades. You get a lot of water from your food. A slice of white bread, for example, contains 1 3/4 teaspoons of water. Although there is water in your food, you cannot deny the benefits …