We all want to eat healthy...but what does that mean? Don't miss these 10 tips that improve eating habits and overall health! Drink Plenty of Water Nearly 70 percent of the human body is made of water. Water is absolutely necessary for survival, and the human body can only function for a few days without it. Water is critical to each and every body process. The brain, … [Read more...] about Achieve Your Best Health With These 10 Food Tips
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Maximize Your Immune System With These 10 Foods
Citrus fruits You’ve probably heard that Vitamin C can help prevent or shorten a cold, but did you know that it helps your immune system work better even when you aren’t sick? Scientists believe that Vitamin C increases the number of white blood cells in the bloodstream. These white blood cells fight infection and other free radicals in the body helping to keep you … [Read more...] about Maximize Your Immune System With These 10 Foods
These Heart Healthy Foods May Surprise You
You’ve probably heard “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Well, as it turns out, that old saying has some truth to it! The antioxidants in apples help to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and increase HDL (good) cholesterol. Studies have also connected apples with lower risk of death from coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease. What about other foods that … [Read more...] about These Heart Healthy Foods May Surprise You
Plan Your Meals to Benefit Your Waistline and Your Wallet
According to WebMD, who was quoting Benjamin Franklin, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” In that particular instance, the article is discussing strategies for more healthful eating habits. However, planning your meals doesn’t just help you get fit, it can also save you time and big bucks! The Huffington Post found that by planning your meals for one week, you … [Read more...] about Plan Your Meals to Benefit Your Waistline and Your Wallet
Top 10 Vitamins & Minerals for Lower Blood Sugar
You may take a vitamin supplement every day in an attempt to better your health, but do you know why those vitamins and minerals are so important? Some even help combat high blood sugar and can help improve not only overall health, but diabetes as well! Chromium Chromium helps to regulate insulin production, thereby reducing and stabilizing blood sugar. Individuals with … [Read more...] about Top 10 Vitamins & Minerals for Lower Blood Sugar