Think of the liver as the body’s toxin processing plant. Most toxins, like pesticides, household cleaning agents, dry-cleaning chemicals and hormone disruptors in beauty products, are fat-soluble. In order to be eliminated from the body, fat-soluble toxins must be converted… read more
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What Kind Of Chocolate Should I Be Eating?
Indulgence. That’s what comes to mind when I think of chocolate. Growing up, my grandpa used to eat one piece of dark chocolate every day at lunch. He always told me that scientists said it’s good for your heart, but… read more
Simple Exercises to Encourage Hip Health
According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, more than 300,000 total hip replacements are performed each year in the United States. While some hip surgeries are inevitable, there are some steps you can take to encourage hip health… read more
Loving Number One: Practicing Self-Care
The term “self-care” may conjure the image of a woman at the spa, perhaps with cucumber slices over her eyes while someone paints her nails and massages her feet. But self-care is more than a superficial indulgence; practicing self-care is… read more
Discover the Benefits of Green Tea
It’s no secret that tea can have amazing benefits for you and that every type of tea has something different to offer. However, if you want the tea that will give you an abundance of nutrients in one gulp, you… read more
Jump Around: Discover the Benefits of Jumping Rope
Searching for a home workout device that won’t break the bank? Look no further than the all mighty jump rope. This simple and effective tool can fit into just about any bag. It can burn more calories than walking, or… read more
Turn Over A New Leaf With These Nutritious Lettuce Alternatives
Some consider salads to be the superior healthy meal, but in reality, some lettuces like iceberg and romaine have little to no nutritional value. If you really want to get the most out of your salads, craft them with hearty,… read more
Discover the Secret Benefits of Fresh Tomatoes
Whether you love to eat them on their own, as a condiment on your burger or drizzled over your favorite pasta, the tomato has become a staple in many everyday diets. According to Medical News Today, “tomatoes are now the… read more
3 Ways To Make Patriotic Drinks for the Fourth of July
Relax and unwind this weekend with some refreshing patriotic drinks on the Fourth of July to get festive! Here are three ways to make drinks with red, white and blue accents! Make Red, White and Blue Ice Cubes You'll need:… read more
4 Healthy Ice Pop Recipes
As we all know, Florida can get unbearably hot in no time. If you are anything like me, you want a cold treat to keep you cool and collected. Here are four healthy ice pop recipes (that taste good and… read more