Of course we rely on the advice and direction from our healthcare providers for serious infections and emergency situations, but do we really need to run to the walk-in every time we have a headache or itchy skin? With these five tips you’ll save some time and probably a few bucks finding household goods to [...]

We all know fresh fruits and vegetables are the ticket to improving overall health, clear skin and bright, youthful complexions. What you might not know is that some foods can actually prematurely age your skin. Sugar: Sweets and refined carbs raise your blood glucose levels, which interferes with the normal repair of collagen and elastin. [...]

Vitamin D deficiency may increase the likelihood of having a Cesarean section, a new study has found. At the turn of the 20th century, according to background information in the report, deformed bones in the pelvis often led to a C-section, a problem that virtually disappeared with the vitamin D fortification of milk and other foods. But this study, published online Dec. [...]

According to The Digest Diet, the secret behind healthy snacks: Eat foods packed with fat releasing nutrients to help your body lose weight quickly. Instead of trail mix or potato chips… Try: Mixed Munchies One mini cheese, 10 baby carrots, 8 almonds Fat Releasers: Calcium, protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamin C From: Rd

According to The Digest Diet, the secret behind healthy snacks: Eat foods packed with fat releasing nutrients to help your body lose weight quickly. Instead of an energy bar… Try: PB & Crackers Two teaspoons of natural peanut butter and 2 whole-grain crackers; serve with ½ cup of fat-free milk. Fat Releasers: Fiber, resveratrol, healthy [...]

As cold and flu season winds down and bathing suit season picks up, get to know the surprising fat burner qualities of immunity-boosting vitamin C. Most Americans consume too little vitamin C, and one study showed that adults deficient or depleted of vitamin C may be more resistant to losing fat. Conversely, people who had [...]

Yes, there are toxins in the air around us, but there’s a simple way to cut down on them — without a HEPA filter. According to the Wall Street Journal, “a growing body of global research is showing plants can reduce dust particles and contaminants, such as formaldehyde and benzene, that come from cigarette smoke, paint, [...]

According to The Digest Diet, the secret behind healthy snacks: Eat foods packed with fat releasing nutrients to help your body lose weight quickly. Instead of cheesy crackers… Try: Ricotta Boats. How to make: Cut a bell pepper into quarters, top each with 2 tablespoons of fat-free ricotta cheese and some black pepper. Fat Releasers: Vitamin [...]

The Atkins diet initially took the States by storm before becoming all the rage in Europe. How Atkins Diet Work According to Dr Atkins, who popularised it in the 1970s, excess weight isn’t caused by overeating but by an unbalanced metabolism and, more specifically, poor absorption of sugar. As our body draws its energy from sugar [...]

Papaya commonly known as ‘PawPaw’ is a delicious fruit with butter-like consistency. Once considered quite exotic, they can now be found in markets throughout the year. Although there is a slight seasonal peak in early summer and fall, papaya trees produce fruit year round, with the peak season running from April through October. Originally from [...]