The lingering effects of trauma are often not expressed through words but through the physical body. To give an example, women who have been exposed to violence are statistically more likely to experience stomach pain, back pain, headaches, migraines, dizziness, and other physical health conditions than women not exposed to …
If you think there isn’t much you can do about having an office job and needing to sit allday….you’re wrong! It’s true that sitting for long hours is not great for your health. It can mess with yourmetabolism and lead to issues with blood sugar and cholesterol. When you sit, …
Children who are physically unfit at the age of 9 years old have double the risk of developing attention problems (ADHD) during their teenage years. This is compared with physically fit children, and the statistic comes from children who participated in the long-term European Youth Heart Study. There are many …
Have you ever been told there is no physical explanation for your body aches, pains, and sensitivity? Lots of people who are told this are given a diagnosis of “fibromyalgia” but no real explanation of what that means. I know your symptoms are real. There are researchers working to better …
Being overweight or obese puts you at an increased risk of developing breast cancer, but why? It might sound a bit science-y, but it all comes down to the metabolic patterns that accompany changes in body composition, like: Insulin resistance Increased estrogen levels Adipose tissue dysfunction (this means some fat …
✨ New Research ✨ According to researchers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, eating more fatty fish might reduce migraine headaches. For anybody who struggles with migraines, you know this is a big deal. Anything that might reduce the frequency …
Stanford Medicine: Fermented Foods Decrease Markers of Inflammation You want to know what drives obesity, heart disease, diabetes, dementia, and almost all chronic diseases? Sure, there are influences of genetics and lifestyle and diet, but I’m talking about the molecular mechanism driving the vast majority of illnesses today. It’s INFLAMMATION. …
This delicious white bean dip is a great addition to any party menu. It is quick and easy to make – and your guests are sure to love the subtle balance of flavors packed into each bite. It is perfect with mildly seasoned pita chips or vegetable crudités. Tip: A …
Let’s talk mental health in kids. Some of our kids are facing serious mental health challenges because of the pandemic. They are either doing school remotely or are wearing masks all day, and all of them are being asked to stay physically distanced from their closest friends. It’s a lot …
Dennis Prager, the radio talk show host once said, “The biggest battle in life is with yourself.” He couldn’t be more right. The weight loss journey is a painful and challenging one, and it’s one you’ll have to fight on your own. Forget what the weight loss pills and fitness …
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