While gluten is a protein found in many foods, it's not necessarily healthy for our systems. People who have the autoimmune disorder known as Celiac Disease understand this best of all, as ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine. Understanding the plight of the Celiac sufferer or gluten-intolerant friend is one of the perks of reading our posts and … [Read more...]
Carrots are healthy, but can they be healthier?
Carrots are a good source of beta-carotene, which is a precursor of vitamin A. But to get the full health benefits of this superfood, you need an active enzyme to produce this vitamin. Beta-carotene is the bioactive compound that gives carrots their orange color. Studies with humans and mice show the conversion of beta-carotene to vitamin A reduces "bad" cholesterol in … [Read more...]
Five tips for anybody looking to stay fit while quarantined
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is hard at the best of times, and a global pandemic is anything but the best of times — with gyms closed, kids home, and the world turned upside down, figuring out how to be active, stay fit, eat well, and maintain a productive mindset might feel close to impossible — but you can do it. Embrace that something is better than nothing. Your workouts … [Read more...]
Reduce stress this holiday season
Stress and overwhelm are synonymous with the holidays now, so it’s extra important to have tried and tested ways to get centered and back into the joy of the season. There are lots of things you may already be doing, or can tweak slightly to help you relax and feel more present Tip #1: Have a cup of tea. Seriously. Black and green tea varieties have some profound physical … [Read more...]
7 Tips to Move to Healthy Snacking
The three square meals you eat each day sometimes cannot deliver your daily nutritional requirements. Snacking is becoming very common. This is one of the important reasons to have healthy snacks between meals instead of stuffing your belly with junk food. Healthy snack foods deliver essential nutrients to boost your energy mid-day. You'll be more alert and focused at work as … [Read more...]