8 Heartburn Triggers They Didn’t Tell You About

Heartburn is a very common ailment afflicting millions of people. Some people suffer from heartburn at least once in a month while there are others for whom this condition is a constant companion. Most people think heartburn is caused by spicy, fried and oily food, alcohol, processed foods OR  Over-eating especially around the holidays! However, placing all the blame squarely on...

Acid Reflux Cases At Epidemic Levels- and What You Can Do About It!

Acid Reflux/GERD.  A very serious, often painful disease.  Here's a new option and some potential explanations. A New Explanation for the Increase of Acid Reflux Cases and A New Remedy that Goes to the Root of the Problem Anyone that has acid reflux or has a loved one that suffers from the disease probably knows the following— the cases of diagnosed GERD are...

Enzymes are essential for every chemical reaction in your body, including normal activity of your cells, tissues, organs, and fluids.

Enzyme supplements are on the rise! By popular demand, they are helping supplement companies stay afloat in a stagnant economy. In fact, growth has been trending since 2013. Some health companies have even doubled the rate of enzymes sales and projects the growth to top out at 6.3 percent by the end of 2016. Healthcare reform has been driving the...

The Food Movement You Should Be Following-“Eat Local”

If you are like most people, you are looking for a way to stay healthy and maintain a desirable weight. But you might not know all the foods you should be eating to do just that. One food movement that has evolved to help people understand the importance of healthy eating, thanks to people such as chef Alice Waters,...

Chocolate Reduces Death Rate in Heart Attack Survivors

There is exciting news for chocolate lovers! A study in the Journal of Internal Medicine reported the results of a study, which indicates that heart attack survivors who eat chocolate two or more times a week reduce their risk of perishing from heart disease by three times over those that live an anti-chocolate life. The Chocolate-Loving World Rejoices Those that quiver...

The Ultimate Guide to Kick Sugar Addiction

Likening a sugar addiction to a drug habit might seem like an overreaction on the surface, but it might not be exaggerated. Surely, at some point in time, you might have found yourself really craving a chocolate bar, a slice of cake or a can of a soda pop, even when you’re not hungry. This is what’s referred to...

Why Aerobic Exercise May Be The Best Exercise Option

Cardio vs. Weight Training, Fat Loss Supplements, and More With New Year’s Day past, and dreaded New Year’s resolutions haunting some of us, I hope you consider following through with some of your goals pertaining to your health.  If you’re like most people, you’ll vow to eat better, exercise more, drink less and lose those last 10 (or 20, or...

Konjac Root Craze

The Konjac Root Craze: Is It As Beneficial As They Say? Konjac root has been getting a good deal of press lately, especially since appearing on Dr. Oz’s show and making his list of “Viewers All Time Favorite Tips” . . . not to mention all the buzz it’s getting on other TV shows and in various publications. So, why is...

How Probiotics Can Help With Diarrhea IBS and Eczema, Acne, and Skin rashes… and Even the Common Cold…plus 170 More Health Issues!

While consuming microscopic organisms and bacteria on purpose may seem strange -- or even disgusting to most people, it’s actually something you should do on a regular basis to maintain a healthy immune system... in the form of probiotics. What Exactly ARE Probiotics? Probiotics are tiny, living microorganisms (also known as microflora or beneficial bacteria) that aid in food digestion and...

How Prebiotics Amplify The Benefits Of Probiotics For Digestive Health

The Power of Prebiotics and Why Probiotics Alone Aren’t Enough You know about probiotics – the healthy bacteria that can help you maintain good digestive health (and good overall health).  But have you heard of prebiotics?  Many people haven’t, which is a shame, as they are an essential part of the benefits you get from probiotics; as well as a...