According to the current statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-third of all American adults are obese. That’s a big percentage, and a big problem for our health care system and current state of national health. Obesity is linked to a number of serious diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and various cancers. What is …
When you seriously commit to losing weight, you’ll find many benefits follow — benefits that go beyond the numbers on your scale. These additional benefits are known as non-scale victories. And they’re different for everyone. Maybe you finally fit into that favorite dress you wore 10 years ago, or you’ve noticed an improvement in your complexion. We cannot underestimate the …
The weight-loss struggle affects so many of us these days. Even many kids are overweight and some are even obese, given the standard American diet we’ve come to know and love. It takes patience, time, and knowledge to approach weight loss in an effective manner. It also takes a certain self-awareness, one that comes with age, because the emotional elements …
Do you have a goal to lose 10 pounds? Ten seems like a realistic number—one that should be a reasonable goal when it comes to weight loss. And many of us these days could stand to lose at least 10 pounds, not only for vanity’s sake, but for our overall health and wellness. For those of you who’ve already lost …
Do you get enough omega-3 fatty acids in your diet? The importance of omega-3s cannot be emphasized enough. Your body needs them. Your brain needs them. But do you know what they are and how they benefit you? Do you know the best ways to consume them in order to reap maximum benefits? Omega-3 deficiency runs rampant in the American …
We know that chronic inflammation is at the root of nearly all diseases. Heart disease, the biggest killer today, is linked to inflammation. So are obesity and diabetes. Even digestive issues and arthritis are inflammatory disease processes. Lucky for us, there are lots of ways to reduce inflammation that take little effort. Let’s take a look at 6 things you …
How often do you go for a walk? Chances are, you spend more time on wheels than you do on foot. The automobile is most likely your preferred method of transport. But, what if you you tried getting from point A to B on foot? How much better might you feel? How much more connected to yourself, to nature, and …
Do you want to live a long, healthy life? Ever wonder what centenarians do to stay youthful while extending their lifespan? Sure, some variables for longevity are beyond our control. But genetics and external circumstances aside, there are lifestyle habits that support longevity in amazing ways. If you’d like to increase your chances of living a long, healthy life, then …
When we think of exercise, many of us associate it with losing weight or preventing weight gain. And it’s true that exercise is an important part of any weight-loss strategy. But it’s also so much more. Even once you’ve hit your goal weight, the benefits of exercise are well worth continuing to make it part of your daily routine. Take …
For many of us, it seems the older we get, the more tummy circumference we acquire. Belly fat is one of those things we’d love to do without — not merely for reasons of vanity, but also for optimal health and longevity. Too much visceral fat around the middle can be a precursor to some serious diseases. Type 2 diabetes, …
