Category Archives: Health and wellness

Natural Remedies For Rheumatoid Arthritis!

It is estimated that 1.3 million people in the United States suffer from rheumatoid arthritis. What is it you ask? The body attacks the lining of the joints, causing the cushion around the joints to break down. Over time it can take away from your quality of life. Some symptoms include muscle stiffness in theContinue reading “Natural Remedies For Rheumatoid Arthritis!”

Watermelon Is Amazing For Our Health!

Watermelon is incredible for an after-workout treat as it will hydrate and give so many nutrients that our bodies need. It is a natural diuretic and can help prevent some diseases. With the red color, it contains the potent antioxidant lycopene. Reasons to eat watermelon are: As with all whole food, watermelon is easily digestedContinue reading “Watermelon Is Amazing For Our Health!”

FDA To Proposes Much Needed Updated Healthy Food Labels!

Better late than never! From Everyday Health, the FDA soon may be updating food labels as to what is considered “healthy”. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed an updated definition for the term “healthy” when it’s used on food labels, to be more consistent with the latest nutrition science and the current dietary guidelines forContinue reading “FDA To Proposes Much Needed Updated Healthy Food Labels!”

The Hibiscus Plant Makes A Great Tea!

The hibiscus plant produces a beautiful flower that, when made into a tea, has many health benefits! With a tangy and sweet flavor, it is perfect for a beverage. Some benefits include: Since it is in many forms, hibiscus is simple to get into your diet. Teas, powders and extracts are available and simple! CheckContinue reading “The Hibiscus Plant Makes A Great Tea!”

Shia LeBeouf’s Deepening Faith With His Mothers Death. Beautiful!

Actor Shia LeBeouf has had his share of trouble however that seems to be changing since his work on the movie about St. Padre Pio. As shared here, LeBeouf had an epiphany while doing research on St. Pio and converted to Catholicism. Now he opens up to Aleteia again, talking about how his mother’s recentContinue reading “Shia LeBeouf’s Deepening Faith With His Mothers Death. Beautiful!”

Ease Your Anxiety With Food!

Anxiety is something most families deal with, or will at some point. While meds are something many turn to, hopefully that is just a short term fix. One thing we always have at our disposal is the power of food! Symptoms vary and people experience anxiety for differing periods of time. Some have issues everyContinue reading “Ease Your Anxiety With Food!”

The Best Desserts In Every State!

Okay, trying to sneak vegetables into your desserts may not work all the time. And I admit to having a weakness for decadent sweets. You know, those desserts that just knock you out! One thing I believe is you have to be balanced in what you eat so having a delicious, unhealthy dessert is fineContinue reading “The Best Desserts In Every State!”

Can You Sneak Vegetables In Your Dessert?

A better question is can you make that dessert tasty?? According to MY FITNESS PAL, yes you can!! If you are looking to drop a few pounds, cutting out desserts is one way to slash calories. If you enjoy having something after dinner, you can try some desserts that use sweeter vegetables. Obviously, you haveContinue reading “Can You Sneak Vegetables In Your Dessert?”

Food Can Help Your Liver!

The liver is so important because nothing else in the body can make up for it if it is not functioning properly. A few of the responsibilities are: Food, of course, can help to keep the liver healthy and functioning! Some are: Adding these to your diet can do wonders for your liver, and overallContinue reading “Food Can Help Your Liver!”

Diabetes? Add These Veggies To Your Meals!

While have a diagnosis of diabetes can offer challenges, there are many things with the diet that will help! Food choices always make a difference. I had a client who was a retired heart surgeon and he told me that everyone should follow a diabetic diet. Some may have to be more restrictive than othersContinue reading “Diabetes? Add These Veggies To Your Meals!”