Probiotics are strains of living bacteria or “good bacteria” essential to gut and overall health and that add to the population of good bacteria in your digestive system. Prebiotics are specialized plant fibers that act as food for the good bacteria and actually...
Grape seeds are rich in antioxidants, especially phenolic acids and flavonoids. Grape Seed Extract has been shown to improve heart health and high blood pressure through its antioxidant effects. The high antioxidant effect of grape seed extract may help protect...
CoQ10 or Coenzyme Q10, is an important compound that our body produces naturally, and which plays a role in many functions within the body. Experts now believe people with hypertension (high blood pressure) may have low concentrations of CoQ10. CoQ10 may support...
Olive oil is a staple ingredient for many culinary preparations and can also support better health because of its high antioxidant and specific vitamin content. Olive oil can contribute to better outcomes for diabetes, heart problems, arthritis, and high cholesterol....
The world is facing a growing diabetes problem of devastating proportions. Its impact is being felt worldwide, but is impacting developing countries most severely. Type 2 diabetes is already an epidemic that is accelerating throughout the world’s population and...
Spring has sprung, and that means blooming trees and plants. Allergy season is here for millions of people. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology: Roughly 7.8% of people 18 and over in the U.S. have hay fever. Worldwide, allergic rhinitis...
The signs and symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes often develop slowly. In fact, you can have Type 2 Diabetes for years and not know it. Here are some signs of Type 2 Diabetes: Increased thirst Frequent urination Increased hunger Unintended weight loss Fatigue Blurred vision...
American Heart Month is an excellent time to start focusing on your heart’s health. If your family has a history of heart disease or if you have, in some ways, been neglecting your body, there is no better time to work on improving your health than now. As you follow...
Let’s be honest: The only healthy way to lose weight and keep it off is by eating right and staying active. In honor of Healthy Weight Week, January 19 to 25, here are 5 tips to achieve and maintain a healthy weight: 1. Watch What You Eat This point is #1 on our...
What is Acne Mechanica and Maskne? Acne Mechanica is a type of acne that occurs due to friction and pressure on the skin. When the skin is rubbed, pressed, or stretched, this kind of acne breakout will happen. Maskne refers to the development of pimples and spots...
