Start Eating healthily for a better life In a world where everything is fast, instant and immediate, it is really no wonder that obesity rates and ill health linked to it are on the rise worldwide. We live in a time where convenience is something we crave. This even comes down to the food choices […]
Stress: Symptoms, Causes, And Cures
Let’s be honest. At the current world situation – covid-19 lockdowns, civil wars, the lack of travel – there is a good chance that you or someone you know is very stressed, full of anxiety and just needs a hug. As you get busy with work, finance, relationships, and a whole lot of other responsibilities, […]
How Vitamin D Boosts Your Immune System
Please note, I’m not a doctor, and this isn’t medical advice. This is just a summary of everything I’ve read and researched. Consult your doctor or naturopath for advice on anything you read here. There is also (at the time of this writing) no cure for Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Remember that social-distancing, washing your hands […]
3 Natural Anti-Inflammatory Foods
If you’re like me, you want to try to live the healthiest and most natural life you can. For me, this means limiting the chemical solutions that I put in my body, which includes not using any pain/inflammation medications like Advil or Ibuprofen. Its not that I don’t understand that they can help alleviate pain […]
How to help your gut biome after taking antibiotics.
A few months ago I had a root canal that triggered an infection in my gums/jaw. Not a fun time, but after a number of days of pain I reluctantly gave in to taking antibiotics that my dentist prescribed. I’m not a fan of taking antibiotics because I know that in addition to killing off […]
Why Do B2 Vitamins Make Your Pee Change Color?
If you’ve just gotten on a new multi-vitamin or a B-complex supplement, you may have noticed a considerable change in your urine color – possibly to a bright neon yellow color. While this may cause some concern at the beginning, it really isn’t something you need to worry about. The color is caused by Riboflavin […]
Can you absorb gluten through your skin?
One of the questions I’ve had since realizing I’m gluten intolerant is to what extent gluten can get into my system, apart from ingesting it. Besides eating/drinking it, the next theoretical way I thought there may be to accidentally get gluten in your system is through your skin. Will using products that contain gluten, like […]
5 Health Bloggers to Follow in 2018
We’re 3 months into 2018 and I really hope you’re having a great year so far! Many people start off each year with resolutions, and I bet most include either ‘hit the gym’, ‘get in shape’, ‘eat better’ or just ‘be healthier’. Well to help out with that, I’m sharing below 5 health […]
10 Ways to Heal Yourself After Gluten Contamination
Anybody who has been ‘glutened’ knows it only takes a tiny bit of it to make you feel totally miserable. For most people, eating wheat won’t cause any side effect; as a matter of fact, for a lot of people, a bagel or muffin is the first thing they pick at the breakfast table. But […]
Amazon Elements Supplements – Transparency and Quality
Earlier this year Amazon quietly launched a line of supplements under its ‘Elements’ sub-brand with a push for quality and transparency in the supplement world. Elements, which is only available to Prime members (don’t have Prime? Start a Amazon Prime 30-Day Free Trial), started a few years ago with diapers and baby wipes. The online […]