Sugar is in just about everything from low-fat mayonnaise to low-fat yogurt. Of course, you may be cutting down on sugary drinks, sodas and candy, but you are still consuming a vast amount of sugar in products you don’t expect to find it in.
With sales of over $34 Billion annually on skincare in the US alone, you would think our skins would all boast a youthful appearance and an inner glow. But, alas, the reality is far from the beauty ideal espoused by fashion magazines and TV commercials.
So what’s the problem? As with most things in life, it isn’t what’s on the outside that matters. That means all the creams and toners in the world won’t improve your skin as much as a healthy diet which works from the inside out to ensure beautiful skin.
Did you know that you can actually eat yourself younger? There are many herbs and spices that you may already have in your pantry that can help fight the signs of aging and fend off disease.
Inflammation is the body’s natural defense against injury and illness, but when it becomes chronic, it can be your greatest enemy to optimal health.
Stuck with your dad’s sluggish metabolism or is your slow cooker a result of an office job that has you sitting all day? No matter why your metabolism has slowed down, here are some science-backed ways to get your motor running.
The Human Microbiome Project conducted a study recently which found that the body is made up of more microbes than human cells. That’s right; your body is seething with bacteria, but before you call the germ police, bacteria come in both good and bad varieties and good bacteria (probiotics) are vital to the healthy functioning of our bodies.
We’ve all pulled those all-nighters where you’re cramming for an exam or working on that big presentation, and the only thing that gets you through is an endless supply of sweet coffee and gummy bears. Trouble is; the more sugar you consume, the worse you get at remembering new information and coming up with your signature brilliant ideas.
