Fasting is one of the oldest therapies in medicine, recognized for its ability to help heal and prevent disease. When done under the proper guidance of a healthcare professional, intermittent fasting can lead to effective weight loss and long-term health benefits. Fasting Versus Starving: A Big Difference So, you might be wondering, what’s the difference
On average, how many hours a day do you spend sitting, uninterrupted? One hour? Two hours? Three…or more? Our ancient ancestors spent much of their time on the move, hunting and gathering to serve their basic needs. Obviously, the balance between movement and fuel has shifted dramatically over time, most notably since the technological revolution.
Have you ever suffered from depression? If so, you’re not alone. The World Health Organization estimates that 350 million people suffer from depression worldwide and that it is a leading cause of disability. Fifteen percent of adults will experience depression at least once in their lifetime. Depression knows no bounds. It can impact anyone
Are you Eating the Right Fat? If you believe that eating fats and oils is a no-no, you might be in for a surprise. Fat is a vital component to a balanced diet and is a requirement in order for the body to function properly. But TOO much or the WRONG fats can be a
Your body is a miraculous thing. For all your body’s parts and abilities there are corresponding systems designed to monitor what they’re experiencing and then decide whether what is happening in your body is beneficial or detrimental. The key to health is for all your systems is to function well without interruption. Your body systems
What is it? Craniosacral Therapy is a hands-on therapy that uses light pressure to manipulate the Dura Mater (the material that surrounds the brain and spinal cord) to enhance the production, circulation, and reabsorption of the fluid around your brain and spinal cord known as Cerebrospinal Fluid. As the production and reabsorption of the Cerebrospinal
Avoiding processed foods is always best. But what about all of the delicious condiments that we’ve grown accustomed to using? What’s in them and are there any healthier options? Here’s a quick list of typical condiment replacements that are non-GMO, gluten free, and dairy free! CONDIMENT: Soy Sauce This contains both gluten and genetically
Many people have heard about detox for means of health and how to cleanse your body but not many people realize just how important this is and what exactly it means. Semantically, everything is a toxin as too much or too little of almost any necessary nutrient has a “toxic” or potentially fatal effect. There
Kidney stones are a painful and common ailment today. Most people know that drinking dark sodas in excess are one of the ways that you can develop these deposits. The real problem with kidney stones is just how painful they are to pass. It is one of the only kinds of pain that doctors have
There are many times in a men and women’s lives where hormones have a part to play in illness. Hormones are very interesting as they are unique to each person. It is a delicate formula that many conventional prescription methods have tried to replicate but one overarching dose for everyone can lead to catastrophic consequences.