Just 15 years ago, the idea of becoming “gluten-free” was a foreign concept for most people. Gluten is a protein that is found in most grains, including wheat, barley, and rye. You can simply think of it as the elastic that holds your bread together, allows it to rise, and keeps it from crumbling the […]
Aches and pains – we all have them. Whether it be from a session of rigorous exercise, being on your feet all day, sitting in front of your computer at uncomfortable desk, or just sleeping awkwardly, we all go through sore muscles and joints from time to time. While most people commonly reach for an […]
The hair is considered to be the “crowning glory,” which means that it is a man or woman’s most beautiful and swoon-worthy part of the body. For some individuals, the hair can perfectly enhance the face and improve confidence, and for others, when given the right hairstyle, can give facial features a much-needed boost. Not […]
Common colds during these cold winter months can significantly impair our ability to function and socialize. Not to mention that it’s difficult to sleep soundly with your nose clogged all night. And if you have kids or a pet, chances are they’d catch the virus and become ill as well. Unfortunately, colds have no cure. […]
You are probably one of the many people who find it difficult to get some shut-eye, even after trying everything－counting sheep, sleeping pills, researching for the best solution out there (such as this article), often to no avail. You still find yourself staring at the ceiling, waiting for the vestiges of sleep to kick in. […]
Salt has been around for centuries. Because of its ability to add flavor and preserve food items during eras when refrigerators do not yet exist, it has become a commodity around the world. Powerful nations even trade pounds of their gold for a sack of this fine, white crystals. But now, salt is so abundant […]
We have all heard of this old saying: “Eat breakfast like that of a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a commoner or pauper.” Or maybe you haven’t. Instead, you experienced a good deal of scolding from your Mom for not finishing your bowl of cereal－even though you’re already running late for school. […]
Have you ever had that time when you are intent on accomplishing a task because the deadline is at 5 PM that day, but you just can’t find it in you to focus on the work? Perhaps it’s because of your gossiping co-workers, or the constant ringing of your next-cubicle neighbor’s phone. Or maybe it’s […]
Through the years, science has blamed fats as the number one culprit of high obesity rates. That is until technical advancements and modern research have revealed that it was also carbohydrates, or too much consumption of it, that is to blame. As fats are slowly shaking off the bad rep associated with it, fitness experts […]
We’ve all been there. You made arrangements not to eat beyond your dinner as a way to lose weight, so you try your hardest not to enter the kitchen or open the fridge. But out of the blue, you hear a voice coming from inside the refrigerator. You forgot! There was leftover cake from your […]
