New research shows that optimists, who already enjoy better goal attainment, more resilience and better overall well-being compared to pessimists, also a enjoy a healthier immune system. The new study published in Psychological Science, reports that a positive outlook on life actually boosts immunity. The authors examined 124 first year law students to explore further [...]
Chocolate has long been considered the most special of all confections, often advertised as a mood enhancing food. The latest research however, reveals evidence that may undermine this very theory. A study in the Archives of Internal Medicine reports that individuals who eat more chocolate are at a greater risk of depression. The new study [...]
Chase Away Fatigue, Stress, and Increase Your Energy Naturally Now is a great time to refresh and energize to prepare your body. A detox may be just what your mind and body needs with the constant weather changes. During a hot, and often humid day, our bodies can become overloaded with fatigue, heat-related stress, and [...]
Organic trumps mass produced any day of the week We have lots of options in our diet these days. It’s widely known that the Mediterranean diet is the most naturally balanced, with plenty of fresh vegetables, a good balance of carbs, dairy and protein, and a tendency to grill or bake instead of fry. But [...]
Pesticides and the advantages of organic food Do you really know what goes into your food? Pesticides smuggled in over the Syrian border. Gaping holes in safety protocol. Unsafe levels of toxins in the season’s tomato crops. The horror stories pour in, some no doubt fiction, but perhaps a trace of fact in there as [...]
Not all foods we stigmatize deserve their bad rap We tend to think long and hard when we’re dieting or planning our diets about all the things we’re not going to allow ourselves. This can be a prudent strategy, as many foods available in the supermarket or at restaurants are heavy on fats, sugars and [...]
Know what your body needs Our bodies need specific quantities from all 40 nutrients essential for growth and maintenance. Still, certain nutrients are indispensable and must be taken on daily basis. We focus on essential nutrients for adults, especially women. MAGNESIUM Magnesium is used in hundreds of chemical activities in the body, ranging from storing [...]
Strategic eating can cut out 100 calories a day Yes, it’s happened again – you stepped on the scale and the arrow plunged right past where you know you should be. Well, don’t despair. Weightloss follows a few rules of basic arithmetic. According to research, if we consume 100 calories per day above our daily [...]
A moment’s decision can make or break your diet It’s beach season, and time to take a new stab at life! There’s no better time to get in shape and start eating, and living right. The beaches and clubs beckon, and if you’re looking for a slim, svelte shape to your summer figure, you’d better [...]
The health of your mind depends on your diet Is your brain tired from studying or long hours at work? You can rebuild those spent cells with a well balanced diet paced with nutrients high in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Vitamin E, as well as folate, calium, potassium and magnesium. Following is [...]