Dementia is a disease that affects memory and cognitive function, but it can be prevented by adopting healthy habits. The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. The main risk factor for dementia is age, so the best way to decrease your chances of getting it is to adopt lifelong healthy habits. In this […]
Are you a baby boomer who has had a heart attack? You may be wondering what to do now that you’ve had your first heart attack. It can be hard to know where to start, but we have some great tips for you! We want to help you get back on track and live the […]
The “rich man’s disease” is one of the most debilitating chronic illnesses. Gout is a painful condition caused by the accumulation of uric acid in joints, notably the feet. It can be difficult to accomplish anything without putting sufferers’ lives on hold. Gout outbreaks are difficult to control, but there are a few natural remedies […]
Do you know what the #1 cooking fat in America is? Nope, it isn’t butter. Yep, according to a recent survey by the market research firm Technomic, Americans are turning away from saturated fats like butter and lard—they now prefer vegetable oils! And which oils do they use most frequently? Canola, corn, soybean, and safflower. […]
It is already well-known that omega 3 can be helpful in weight loss. But how? The answer lies in the fact that omega 3 fatty acids are essential for the conversion of excess fat into glycogen. In short, when we eat a large amount of carbohydrates, our body breaks them down to glucose which is […]
Do you like fish? Do you remember the last time you ate fish or any kind of seafood? If your answer is “no” you’re not alone. We can say that most of the world’s landlocked countries fall into the least fish-eating category. In the United States for example, about a third of residents eat seafood […]
One of the benefits of incorporating fish in your diet or taking fish oil supplements is getting enough supply of omega 3 fatty acids in your body. The most common types of omega 3 fatty acids that our bodies need are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Our bodies are not designed by nature […]
Let me tell you a story before we get into a serious discussion about eye health. When I was in my forties, I discovered that my arms had grown excessively short! I had to hold whatever I was trying to read more and farther away from my face in order to focus. I considered getting […]
