Unfortunately, hypothyroidism is one of the most underdiagnosed diseases in the United States. This is mainly due to the fact that the symptoms can often be attributed to other conditions. The only way to diagnose the condition for sure is with a specific blood test at your doctor’s office, called a thyroid panel. The standard […]
It seems like the calories that lead to holiday weight gain are lurking around every corner this time of year. From your Thanksgiving feast to Christmas cookies at the office and eggnog with your neighbor, the temptations are truly endless. And that doesn’t even include Christmas and New Year’s celebrations! Even with the best intentions, […]
Feeling unfocused? Tired? Unproductive? Can’t concentrate on the task at hand? These are all classic symptoms of brain fog. Most of us eat the foods that cause brain fog every single day without even realizing it. In fact, many people even experience short term memory loss and a general feeling of being unwell that may […]
It’s great that we’re all trying to eat healthier these days! Unfortunately, today’s hectic lifestyle also makes going to the grocery store and meal prep a real challenge. Don’t even get me started on meal planning and clean-up! When I was introduced to the Sun Basket meal delivery service, I knew I had to give it […]
Many of us invest a lot of time and money into our skincare products, hoping to solve issues like acne or dry skin. The thing is, no matter how diligent you are with your skincare, it’s only a temporary solution. If you want lasting results, you need to care for your skin from the inside […]
Are you being exposed to harmful ingredients in personal care products you use every day? Take a moment and think about how many personal care products you use on a daily basis. Your morning likely starts with brushing your teeth, followed by soap, shampoo, and conditioner in the shower. Then there’s shaving cream, perfume, deodorant, […]
Calisthenics are an excellent option for those days when you can’t get to the gym to lift weights or for when you just need a change of pace. Using your own body weight for resistance training is a simple and reliable solution when weightlifting equipment isn’t available. Your body doesn’t care whether the resistance comes […]
There’s no question that the foods we eat affect not only our weight but also the way we feel. Thankfully, many of us are making an effort to shift away from the highly-processed, low variety diet that has been the norm in the US for the past several decades. Although fast food is tasty and […]
A simple toothache is one thing, but if you have a tooth that’s throbbing with pain constantly, you need to take action quickly. When you have an infection in one of your teeth that spreads into the root, that’s called an abscess. Abscesses generally begin in the soft inner chamber, called the pulp of the […]
If you spend a lot of time at the gym or read a lot of fitness magazines, you’ve probably heard about peptides for weight loss. There are many different types of peptides, and some are more well-known than others. For example, collagen is a peptide that many of us in the wellness community know about […]
