Nightshade vegetables are in the doghouse yet again. Every now and then, the internet makes us gasp in shock and horror with claims that nightshade vegetables cause inflammation and cancer. But how can it be true? Aren’t these vegetables and fruits nutritious? And don’t they help fight cancer? Well, as you will soon discover, the…
According to the World Health Organization, lifestyle-related factors are estimated to be responsible for one in four chronic illnesses, including cancer, globally. Chronic diseases are responsible for about 60% of all deaths worldwide. But research also suggests that we can improve those statistics through healthy living. We can reduce the risk of death from chronic…
A New Year brings about a wonderous, fresh start. It is the time to forgive the past and move onto a new and exciting future. Hence, New Year’s resolutions are on most of our minds right now. And, besides weight loss and financial goals, healthy living is one of the top resolutions every single year. …
Winter hiking can be cold and challenging, but it is also surprisingly rewarding. It’s an experience unlike any other, with amazing things you might not see during other seasons. And while most people think that hiking in winter is too difficult or dangerous for beginners, there are ways to make it safe and enjoyable. It…
Cancer does not discriminate. It can hit anyone, anytime during career or life. We hear about the celebrities who are diagnosed with cancer in magazines. More often news articles are about famous people who have died from cancer. But there have been many stars who have survived cancer, thrive and live quality lives after cancer…
Good health begins early in life. Cancer should no longer be considered an age-related disease. Young adults do get cancer. While current statistics suggest that as we age our risk for cancer increases, that is not a hard fact. Evidence shows that early changes in behavior and lifestyle could prevent future cancers. Read on for…
If someone in your life wants to live a healthier life after cancer treatments, then this gift guide can help you find the perfect gift. Finding a special, meaningful present can be difficult, but these ideas might inspire you. I have been through cancer. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013, I went through two mastectomy…
Who knew eating chickpeas when you have cancer was so controversial? I certainly didn’t. But ultimately that is what I discovered after publishing two of my most popular articles; What To Eat While on Tamoxifen and What To Eat During Radiation Therapy. I, then, promised to do a deep dive into the science of chickpeas…
If you search How to Breathe while Running, you will get many different views and advice. This can be extremely confusing for the beginner runner. What is the best way to breathe during a run? Well, let me help you sift through the multitude of information and expert advice on this. I will tell you…
Antioxidant elixirs are trending right now. Different juices and recipes in various combinations are flooding the internet. They propose to improve your immune system, beauty, weight control, sleep and prevent major diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. But do they really live up to the hype? And can you make them yourself at…
You want to lose weight. But don’t know where to start. You have tried so many different diets. You bought the latest exercise product. But those stubborn pounds just won’t come off. The numbers on your weigh scale are the same or, worse, higher. You are left feeling frustrated, tired, weak, sore, and depressed. And…
At home fitness can be a fun, easy, effective and cheap way to work out. You can exercise in the comfort and privacy of your own home. Squeeze a quick routine in anytime; in the morning before work or in the evening while watching TV. It makes fitness easier, more convenient and eliminates excuses. In…
We know that some foods increase our risk for cancer. But is the opposite true? If certain foods can lead to cancer, can other foods help prevent cancer? The short answer to this question is yes. There are some foods that should be included in a cancer-fighting diet. Let’s explore this further and look at…
An effective workout at home is easy to achieve. You just need to get up and do it. No more excuses. Take that body of yours, no matter how fit or unfit you are, and move. If you can do one sit up, then do it. Tomorrow you can try for two. It is persistence…
You are looking for non-food weight loss rewards, so I will assume three things. First, you want to lose weight. Second, you have a sense of how much weight you want to lose. And third, you want to reward yourself when you lose weight. But before I tell you these 63 non-food weight loss rewards…
It can be hard to find the time to exercise. To stay healthy, we need to workout for at least 150 minutes every week. But life is so hectic, most people have trouble fitting in a gym class or a 30-minute run. And for someone who has just gone through cancer treatments, traditional workouts can…
Sustained weight loss can be difficult to achieve. Sure, you can diet and punish yourself by denying the foods you love. You may even lose some weight by dieting. But as soon as you stop depriving yourself with these fad, short-term diets, the weight comes right back on even faster than before. It is so…
Have you ever wondered why some low carb diets tell you to avoid certain vegetables? Vegetables are healthy, right? Well, it is a little more complex than just eating your veggies. And that is because vegetables contain dietary starches. These complex carbohydrates follow different paths in your body, making healthy eating a complex and controversial…
Urban hiking is quickly becoming popular. This is especially true during the pandemic when we are limited in travel. Hiking within your own city can be a fabulous experience. But even when travel is possible, urban hiking is a unique and exciting way to explore new cities. This article will tell you what urban hiking…
Almost 95% of Americans do not eat enough dietary fiber. And it seems that we aren’t all that interested in learning about fiber, either. I have written about dietary fiber before. Unfortunately, that article didn’t get much attention. I get it, fiber is boring. We don’t like to read about it and we certainly don’t…
Although far from being a new discipline, yoga only recently experienced an explosion of popularity in Western countries. It seems that many people are practicing some type of yoga and talking about the health benefits. This article by coach and guest author, Alisa Weaver, explores her experience on discovering the health benefits of yoga with…