It can seem like such a daunting task: getting rid of that stubborn belly fat that seems to stick around, no matter what we do. That belly pooch can be slightly endearing, but let’s be real, most people can’t wait to get rid of it! So, what can we do about it? The answer is, […]
Superfoods
Who else here has trouble getting all of their essential vitamins, minerals, every crucial protein, amino acid, co-factor (the list goes on) in day after day? I can barely keep up with all the suggestions flying at me from every new “guru” or health-know-it-all out there. Just the confusion of trying to find the right
1. Blueberries Blueberries are the king of antioxidants. That’s right, this tiny berry contains more antioxidants than all other commonly consumed fruits and vegetables. Antioxidants protect the cells in our bodies from free radicals, unstable molecules that can damage the delicate structure of our cells and contribute to aging and disease. The main antioxidant in
Could this funny sounding supplement really help shed 14 pounds of fat in 20 days? Or is it just another case of “sounds too good to be true”? Through the power of research and evidence, we can get down to the bottom of this question. Forskolin, or Coleus forskohlii, is an herb that has traditionally
Athletic Greens calls themselves “The Most Nutrient Dense Whole Food Supplement Available”. Tim Ferris (author of The Four Hour Work Week) says this is the most important supplement he takes. It is one of the best selling health products on Amazon, with a 4.4 out of 5 rating to boot. Out of all the green
Hippocrates – “All disease begins in the gut”. Hippocrates made this proclamation over 2000 years ago, and it still reigns just as true today. In fact, modern science is now proving good gut health is essential in almost all parts of your life. Researchers have found that the makeup of your microbiome (the bacteria and
Host Defense’s new product, MyCommunity capsules, claims to provide comprehensive immunity support through the use of 13 meticulously researched mushroom species. The mastermind behind this product is Paul Stamets, a well-known mycologist and proponent of medicinal mushrooms, who in the past has given a TED Talk entitled “6 Ways Mushrooms Can Save The World”. So