What is stress?
Stress is caused when we react to situations in our internal and external environment. It can cause exhilaration, excitement, distress, or fatigue, and can manifest itself physically, mentally and emotionally. It is not the situations that are stressful; it is our reaction to the situation that causes us stress. Stress is a natural part of life, as it provides a stimulus for action. (more…)
Pain and depression make a dangerous pair. In fact, this combination can be downright deadly. But the reason may surprise you: Two common treatments could actually be to blame. (more…)
Should I take ibuprofen before or after training if I have pain?
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which include ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin, can be very effective at relieving pain and are readily available over-the-counter; most people don’t think twice about taking them. However, using them comes at a cost to your health. (more…)
Cherries – contain a high amount of anti-inflammatory compounds (called anthocyanins); research has shown that drinking 1 ½ cups of cherry juice twice a day for one week leading up to an endurance event can significantly reduce post-race muscle pain. (more…)
If you’re training for an hour or more at least twice a week, you’ll get huge benefits from following basic sports-nutrition guidelines. Here are some simple strategies you can use to elevate your game, shed unwanted pounds and get the most out of your workouts! (more…)
Winter is (finally!) winding down and summer is right around the corner. Now is the time to shed that winter weight so you can take full advantage of the summer fun and sun!
We know this can be a daunting task, but we’ve got a couple ways to help you take that weight off! (more…)
There is an obesity epidemic occurring in this country; you can see it everywhere. When we look in the mirror we see ourselves getting larger at a faster rate than at any time in human history. What most people fail to see is a way out; a way to get beyond the scale, beyond feeling deprived, beyond dieting. Our sight has been so warped and misguided on the topics of nutrition, weight loss and what constitutes a healthy lifestyle that most of us have no idea what the problem is, let alone how to address it.
The prostate is a walnut-sized gland that is part of the male reproductive system. As men age, several disorders of the prostate are common, including benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), acute or chronic prostatitis and prostate cancer. (more…)
This post was written by Tracie Hittman, MS, and will cover a quick overview about digestive enzymes. Most people don’t spend any time thinking about how the foods we eat get converted into energy. Luckily, our enzymes do the job whether we think about it or not. However, as you will see, we need to give our bodies all the help they need to properly digest food as we continue our walk along the natural path. (more…)
This post will be devoted to fiber, a topic few people would like to spend time talking about, but one that is nonetheless extremely important to your overall health and well-being. This post is again written by our quest writer, Tracie Hittman, MS. So sit back, relax, and enjoy getting a quick course on what fiber is, why it is important and how you can get enough of it in your diet to help you achieve optimal health. (more…)
Give the gift of health!
