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by Ken Ceder Most have heard of "enlightenment" as in spiritual, but few are likely to be as familiar with "bio-enlightenment" as in body-mind health and disease prevention."Man does not live by bread alone . . . he also lives on light."Humans are photobiotic ‘solar beings’ — absolutely dependent on the absorption of vital solar radiation.We are human photocells whose ultimate biological nutrient is sunlight.Every... 7/19/2017 9:00:00 PM
by Paisley Hansen Everybody's heard of the many health benefits of using protein shakes after an intense workout—extra nutrients, increase in sustainable weight gain, boosted cell growth and regeneration—but it can be a little bit difficult to find a specific line of powder that tastes good, as opposed to just being great for your health. For those who are looking for a new brand to try that tastes great and will quickly... 7/18/2017 9:00:00 PM
by Wellness Editor Do you like seafood? If you do, you’re in good company. Sushi (little rolls of uncooked fish, rice and veggies) made popular by the Japanese, has become a particular favorite around the world. With so many great nutrients, it can be part of any healthy diet. However, if not stored properly, sushi can carry a parasite you really don’t want to catch. Recently, a sushi infection claiming an unsuspecting... 7/15/2017 9:00:00 PM
by Nisha Baghadia Don’t you just love how delightful and fresh essential oils smell? They have enhanced lives with their fragrances for thousands of years now. These oils are obtained for their distinct scents that can trigger emotions that are complex or pleasant. Sounds harmless, doesn’t it? But, essential oils are highly concentrated plant constituents that may have certain dangerous elements in them as well. Their... 7/12/2017 9:00:00 PM
by Wellness Editor Summer is a time for ice cream, warm evenings, fireworks, thunderstorms, and --- ticks. Not everything about summer is a bright and sunny vacation. Unfortunately, there are also some dangers to watch out for, one coming in the form of tiny arachnids now spreading an unnerving disease that is affecting more and more people, especially in the east and southeast U.S. Ticks carry all sorts of nasty infections... 7/12/2017 7:00:00 AM
by Nicolas Cesare The tough part about living a healthy lifestyle is that you can’t take breaks. Taking a break from exercise causes your muscles to begin to atrophy, making it harder to get back in the game when you return. Slacking off on workouts disrupts your routine, making it harder to find the motivation when you back into the swing of things. Splurging on sugary foods can reignite your sweet tooth, prompting... 6/28/2017 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor It might be hard to imagine at first that a simple app could be used as effective birth control. Nevertheless, there’s a first time for everything as technology reaches new heights. This year, Swedish nuclear physicist Elina Berglund released a mobile app called Natural Cycles that could forever change contraceptives and fertility tracking for women.How it WorksBirth control pills can sometimes be... 6/27/2017 9:00:00 PM
by Wellness Editor You’ve been told time and time again that artificial or processed sugars are bad for your health, especially when it comes to things like aspartame or processed white sugars or syrups.The whole “don’t eat this; eat this instead,” argument is almost dizzying in its confusion sometimes, but the idea that processed sugars cause problems isn’t necessarily wrong. Too much of a sweet and sugary thing can... 6/27/2017 9:00:00 PM
by Expert Round-up 30 Health Influencers Share Their Tips & Strategies For Reducing Daily StressWe asked top influencers in health and wellness for their tips and insights on how to take-back control and reduce stress. Here’s what they came up with.Carolyn KetchumOur first response came from Carolyn Ketchum. Carolyn is the writer and mastermind behind All Day I Dream About Food, a low carb and gluten-free food blog.“It's... 6/26/2017 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Sex is a healthy part of life, yet a lot of people are too afraid or shy to ask for what they want. Rather than just go through the motions, you can actually help yourself have a better time in bed if you consider the following... These 5 tips to improve your sex life can help you take control of your sexuality and enjoy it more:Change Your RoutineIf you tend to stick to the same things in bed, try... 6/25/2017 7:00:00 AM
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