Ask anyone who has ever had it and he or she will tell you that bloating is no fun. After all, who wants to walk around feeling and looking puffy from water retention and gas? To reduce how often you end up suffering from bloating, use these tips to improve your digestive tract health. Drink…
The Male Beach Body Unveiled
Whoever said the term “beach body” is exclusively for women who are bikini clad beach beauties with golden skin and blonde hair? Men can certainly sport a manly and attractive beach body of their own; on that is healthy, fit, and good-looking. Unfortunately, the large gut, tone deprived arms, and double chin are certainly not…
High Vet Bills? What You Need to Know
It is easy to get discouraged and upset when you are slammed with a $300 vet bill after your furry friend needed some help. Before you blame your veterinarian for charging you to fix a broken limb or an ear infection, it is important to know a few things that your vet probably has not…
Is Melatonin The Cure For Sleep Disorders?
It is estimated that anywhere from 50-70 million in the United States alone deal with some sort of sleep disorder. Insufficient sleep can quickly lead to loss of concentration, memory loss, depression, anxiety and an inability to enjoy life. While many turn to prescription sleep aids or other medical treatments to deal with the problem,…
The Long Term Effects of Head Blows
Pushing the body’s natural limits and exploring the boundaries of endurance and performance are part of what makes combat sports like boxing so engaging. However, these sports can have some distinctive effects on the human body, especially the head, neck, and brain. Boxers and others engaging in combat sports should be familiar with these health…
Tomato, Basil and Avocado Salad Recipe
Make the most of your fresh tomatoes and basil in this colorful healthy salad. Perfect for summer, this tomato, basil and avocado salad is an easy side dish. Diabetes Friendly and Gluten Free! Ingredients: 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 2 cups chopped yellow tomatoes 1/2 red onion, diced 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil 1 avocado,…
Top Ten Low-Carb Veggies
When you start a diet, you might wonder which low-carb veggies are the best. We know that carbohydrates, in moderation, play a pivotal role in maintaining a balanced diet by providing your body with energy. However, you want to be conscious about your carb consumption in order to lose weight. For that reason, it is…
Orange-Pumpkin Tarts
Offer these individual tarts as a reduced-sugar alternative to pumpkin pie at your next holiday meal. The crust is made with crushed sugar-free oatmeal cookies and the filling is a low-sugar version of pumpkin pie filling with a splash of orange juice. Ingredients: 1 cup crumbled sugar-free oatmeal cookies (5 cookies) 2 tablespoons butter or…
Tips To Keep Arthritis From Getting Worse
Arthritis is a health condition that millions of people have been diagnosed with. Every year thousands of new patients are told by their doctors that they have arthritis. Recognizing the symptoms of arthritis is the first step to managing this condition. Two Sets of Symptoms Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two types of…
Exercising to Improve Your Blood Sugar
Anyone that is diabetic can benefit from exercising. The muscles in the body become more sensitive to insulin, and as a result, they absorb higher concentrations of insulin from the blood. People that exercise moderately can experience lower blood sugar for 24 or longer. Whether you were recently diagnosed with diabetes or have been battling…