Not only does eating at night reduce sleep quality, it also contributes to difficult weight loss. Ideally, stop eating about 3 hours prior to going to bed and fast 12 hours nightly. Read more here.
General Health
Food As Medicine
Love that diet and exercise are being recognized as important for health!! Check this out . . .
It’s A Start–Choose Antibiotic-Free Meat and Poultry
The use of antibiotics in our meat and poultry has been associated with the development antibiotic resistance in humans. As more and more of us choose antibiotic-free options, we increase its demand and send a powerful and productive message. Read more here.
Nettles! One of My Favorite Herbs
Here is a great article summarizing some of the health benefits of nettles. I generally recommend brewing about 1 cup nettle leaf to 4 cups water–using a French press is an easy method. Sometimes I add a tablespoon of spearmint or peppermint leaves to change up the flavor. Do be […]
Drink Your Water!
So many of us are not drinking enough water! Dehydration can cause a myriad of problems including headaches, constipation, muscle pain, and more. A general rule of thumb is to drink one-half your body weight in ounces (i.e., for someone weighing 150 pounds, daily consumption of 75 ounces is recommended). […]
23 Uses for Baking Soda
I haven’t tried all of these (and I’m not an IHOP fan) but I do know that many of them do work. I love that a single, safe household item can provide such service! Toss out those dangerous cleaners, deodorizers, etc., and pull out your box of baking soda!! Read […]
Death of Trans Fats??
I hope that this is true–that trans fats will be banned from our food supply! Stick with healthy fats and oils–coconut, olive, avocado, butter from 100% grass-fed cows, nuts, seeds. Check out this article.
Sunscreen Guide
How glorious that the sun is shining and the temperatures are warming. But that also brings concerns regarding protecting our skin from over-exposure and burning. EWG has great information as you choose your sunscreens. The safest out there, though, is probably clothing and shade! Click here.
Two Minutes Every Hour Could Improve Your Health!
So what is the latest health risk these days–SITTING! Fortunately, research is showing that walking just 2 minutes every hour (while you’re awake!) may reduce this risk. So excuse yourself from your office and jog in place for 2 minutes–better yet, walk outside around the building for a little Vitamin […]
Get Ready for Picnic Pests!
So are you prone to mosquito bites?? Get ready for picnic season with these tips! Supplementing B1 (thiamine) and using lemon eucalyptus oils are my faves. Read more here.
