Turmeric: The Golden Spice
In the tropical forest regions of southern Asia, India is hoarding a gold mine of their own. However, this type of gold doesn’t come with fleeting promises of everlasting wealth, but interminable health. Turmeric, also known as the golden spice, is a root similar to ginger that has recently attracted attention for its natural healing properties. But it has roots (pun intended) that date back nearly 4,500 years. According to Ayurvedic and Sanskrit medical treatises, turmeric h
Fighting Diabetes with Fermentation
Foods that have been fermented have exceptional health benefits, especially for individuals with diabetes. Experts suggest that adding a daily serving of fermented foods to your meal plan can help reduce insulin resistance and improve glucose levels. Many renowned scientists and researchers are trying to change the world by focusing on forward development of ideas, technology, and pharmaceuticals. But there is another group of professionals out there claiming the inverse. The
Go With Your Gut: The Importance of Probiotics and Prebiotics
The mantra many of us spew with pride when inquired about our wellbeing goes something like: “Good! I’ve been really busy.” Demanding schedules keep us on a constant go, however, we are often caught running on empty and pushing our health further and further down our agendas. One of the most common maladies stemming from overloaded schedules is an overburdened digestive system. Our digestive system is the machine that converts our food into useable energy so we can keep on ke
How to Get Enough Vitamin D in the Winter
The warm glow of the holiday season has dimmed, and the imminent grayness of winter has suddenly smothered the cheery atmosphere like a wet blanket. Southwest Michigan’s notorious perma-cloud has staked its claim and snuffed out the last sunlight we might see until spring. While some “optimist’s” look forward to cozying up by the fire and spending quality time indoors, most of us are counting down the days until the sun makes its 2017 debut. When we start to yearn for even th
7 Tips for Staying Active All Winter Long
Winter is the time for eating rich foods, relaxing at home, and adding a little extra padding to your physique—right? Wrong. While you certainly should enjoy your holiday season, if you neglect your health all winter, you’ll be kicking yourself when spring arrives. While we can’t promise it will be easy, these seven tips will help you stick to a fitness regimen even when it’s freezing out. 1. Go to bed earlier As the days grow shorter, it’s normal to feel more tired than usua
