Written By: Jack Riess NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Life Long Researcher of Health and Longevity. Welcome to the mystical world of the Himalayas – a place where nature’s grandeur is on full display, from the highest peaks touching the skies to a rich diversity of flora and fauna that inspires awe. Today, we explore […]
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June 14, 2023
Shedding Pounds by Dodging Xenoestrogens: A Practical Guide to Avoiding Weight Gain Triggers
Exposure to certain types of plastics and materials containing potentially harmful compounds known as Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) or “Xenoestrogens,” is becoming an increasingly pressing issue. Research suggests these chemicals can lead to serious health concerns, including diabetes, obesity, reproductive issues, and neurological problems. EDCs or xenoestrogens are worrisome because they imitate hormones in our […]
September 25, 2018
8 Heartburn Triggers They Didn’t Tell You About
Heartburn is a very common ailment afflicting millions of people. Some people suffer from heartburn at least once in a month while there are others for whom this condition is a constant companion. Most people think heartburn is caused by spicy, fried and oily food, alcohol, processed foods OR Over-eating especially around the holidays! However, […]
September 24, 2018
Do “Negative Ions” Have Positive Benefits?
The answer to that question, believe it or not, is YES. Simply put, there is nothing good about positive ions and there is everything good about negative ions. Confused? Let’s start with the basics. Negative vs. Positive In nature, air molecules break apart due to sunlight, radiation and moving air and water. The molecules either […]
September 21, 2018
Serotonin, Nothing Will Make You Happier
First off, what is serotonin? It’s a neurotransmitter that functions in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the central nervous system (CNS). You may be familiar with serotonin because it typically is associated with mood, and is also referenced in discussions of ecstasy or sex. In pleasurable situations, (and most agree during exercise) serotonin is released, […]
September 20, 2018
For the Holidays, Let Enzymes Know They Matter
The holidays are fast approaching, with Halloween only a little over a month away, so begins the true challenges of a nutritional diet; therefore, we need to remember our good friends, enzymes, for holiday meals. Holiday weight gain is a problem not just exclusive to America, but around the world, starting in October. The holidays […]
September 19, 2018
Probiotics, the Bacteria With Immunity For You
Probiotics and Immunity With cold and flu season approaching faster than you can say “Achoo,” you might be wondering how you can pump up your immunity to avoid the chills, fever, aches, and sniffles this year. Traditional wisdom would say “get your vitamin C” or “use that hand sanitizer!” But there is another way that […]
September 12, 2018
Pumpkin Seeds: Boost Your Libido With This Healthy Snack
Tired of a dormant or stagnant sex drive slowing you down? Long to be more libidinous, but lack the energy or the means to do so? Well, good news! We’re only a little while away from the first day of fall, a time for colder weather, beautiful autumn foliage of golds and yellows, and, of […]
September 5, 2018
Top 10 Ingredients That Could Reverse Aging
We all suffer from the same affliction, commonly referred to as the human condition. And the worst symptom, our bodies decline as we age. Unfortunately, there’s no cure for aging, at least, not yet anyway; however, there are some natural remedies to help slow the process. Anti-aging isn’t taking some sort of miracle drug, nor […]
