What does the pancreas do? The pancreas has three main functions: Makes digestive enzymes to digest food in the small intestine. Neutralizes the acid from the stomach Regulates blood sugar...
Learn why it is important to exercise your skeletal muscles for overall health and wellbeing. Be honest, did you ever stand in front of a mirror when you were younger...
Jack was on a detox program for 6 weeks. During this time, he was counseled to stop eating at a local fast-food restaurant. He didn’t think that was possible because...
“You need more fiber.” We’ve all heard it before, from the doctor, from a concerned friend. But they’ve all said it for good reason! Fiber is critical for your entire...
You wake up after a good night’s rest, ready to start the day. What’s the first thing you do? Your answer might be to put on your robe, or perhaps...
High in fat, low carbohydrates, with adequate protein intake: this diet changes the way your body uses energy—burning fat instead of carbohydrates—which translates to a sustainable weight-loss plan and lifestyle...
Ten Commandments of Health and Longevity I grew up in the 1970s when carbohydrates were the best thing since sliced bread (because it was sliced bread!). Mom made sure we...
Summer is upon us. That means a lot more people are wearing sandals and flip-flops and showing a lot more toe. If you’re a woman, your feet are supposed to...
This Super Root Improves Your Health, Including Reducing Inflammation, Fighting Cancer, Easing Nausea and Lots More Ginger may be the queen of spices when it comes to health benefits! The use...
Accepting Change to Prevent, Reduce and Relieve Stress Stress is change. But for health purposes, stress is the body’s response to change. Levels of stress depend upon our personal needs. The greater...
Skin care is big business. Dermatologists book appointments at least a month out. Stores line aisle upon aisle with skin care products. Infomercials rave about the latest new incredible...
It’s a recipe that no one chooses; yet so many people have all the right ingredients. Metabolic syndrome is a collection of risk factors that, when combined, have the potential for...
