Category: Mind/Body Wellness

June 10, 2024

Surprising Facts About The Food Pyramid Your Doctor Doesn’t Tell You!

It may be surprising to hear that the first food pyramid was set up in Sweden  in the 1970s. The Swedish government set up a special committee to evaluate how they could create nutritionally balanced meals at a reasonable cost. The USDA adapted and adopted the Food Pyramid guide in 1992 whereby the pyramid had […]

June 9, 2024

Does Your Sports Drink Contain Excess Sugar and Artificial Ingredients?

Sports drinks have become very popular with athletes and fitness enthusiasts who consider diet and fitness as a whole for immediate hydration and a boost in performance. Unfortunately beneath their tantalizing colors and exciting flavors is a list of ingredients that could pose serious health risks. Manufactures market these sports drinks as important for helping to […]

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