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Low-carb diets have been controversial for decades. They were originally demonized by fat-phobic health professionals and the media. People believed that these diets would raise cholesterol and cause heart disease because of the high fat content. However… times are changing. Since the year 2002, over 20 human studies have been conducted on low-carb diets. In almost every one of those studies, low-carb diets come out ahead of the diets they are compared to. Not only does low-carb cause more weight loss, it also leads to major improvements in most risk factors… including cholesterol. 10 Health Benefits of a Low Carbohydrate Diet 1. Low-Carb Diets Kill Your Appetite (In a […]
Probiotics are front and center in the holistic health spotlight right now. Walk down any health food store aisle and you will see countless probiotic supplement brands for adults and children alike. Supplements can be expensive, so does your child need a probiotic supplement? What Are Probiotics? Probiotics are the healthy (or friendly) flora that populate our digestive tract and help to support life (pro meaning for and biotics meaning life) of microorganisms. The healthy flora in our digestive tract help us to digest food, absorb minerals, eliminate toxins, and ward off viral and bacterial issues. Probiotics tell the immune […]
Over the weekend we met up with some dear friends and went to the Mall of America's Nickelodean Universe — an indoor amusement park. Let me just state for the record, I do not do rides. They have never been my thing (that's code for scaredy cat). I have been known to wait in line, get up to the front and chicken out. Yep, I am that person. This time it was different though. I didn't try to talk myself out of the fear. Instead I embraced it. I told myself everyone standing in line was afraid. I reassured myself, […]
Why You Should Indulge In Dark Chocolate Daily written by Mark Sisson and originally published at MarksDailyApple.com, is syndicated with exclusive permission for Healthy Living How To. I hate making unpopular recommendations like “eat more butter” or “get some sun” or “drink a glass of red wine,” but I have to stick to the truth here, even if it hurts. And the truth is that you should probably be eating dark chocolate on a semi-regular basis because the stuff is pretty dang good for you. Before you log out, never to return again, give me a minute to explain myself… You were kids once. Your parents probably forced […]
Higher-protein diets have consistently shown to deliver better weight loss results than low-calorie, high-carb, moderate protein diets. Fitness enthusiasts and body builders have known this for decades. But, even today, some conventional healthcare professionals express concern over increased protein intake. Often, this isn’t because those healthcare professionals have actually read research to show higher protein intake is bad. Instead, they’re just repeating what they’ve heard from other people they trust, who repeated it from someone else, and on down the line. In reality, higher-protein intake has been shown to be safe and effective for both health and weight management. In […]
Spray tans are generally considered to be benign cosmetic treatments — but are they REALLY? Sunless tanners contain a lengthy list of chemical agents — up to 45 in the case of spray tanners. Many of these agents have never been studied for their long-term effects on human health, because the FDA does not systematically review the safety of personal care products. Since testing is voluntary and controlled by the manufacturers, many ingredients in cosmetic products are not safety testedat all. One of the main ingredients in spray tanning solutions is dihydroxyacetone, a color additive that darkens your skin by reacting […]
The avocado comes from a tree native to Central Mexico. While it is common to refer to the avocado as a vegetable, botanically speaking it is a fruit. Avocados were known to the Aztecs as “the fertility fruit”. The most well-known variety of avocado is Hass. Commonly grown in California, the Hass avocado makes up about 95% of the avocado crop in the United States and is available year-round. Other varieties of avocado include Fuerte, also known as Florida avocados, Cocktail avocados which have no pit and there is even a Bacon variety. Avocados have a smooth buttery texture and […]
After 9 months of caring for your developing baby by eating nutrient dense foods, it’s now time to bring your little peanut home. But did you know that the average home environment houses chemicals that interfere with brain development and hormone balance? Top 4 Ways To Protect Your Child From Toxic Chemicals A new study published in The Lancet Neurology illustrates our new (and frankly scary) reality. Our exposure to the chemicals associated with autism, ADHD, behavior and developmental disorders has doubled in the last 7 years. As a result we are seeing an epidemic of autistic and neurologically affected children, […]
In case you hadn't noticed I am all about essential oil these days. It was my one goal for 2014 — to learn about essential oils and start to apply their use in my everyday life. Adding essential oils to DIY beauty products has many benefits — first and foremost though — you are avoiding the toxins found in your varied commercial beauty products when you make your own. From head-to-toe, the beauty industry is riddled with toxins masquerading as the latest greatest magic lotion or potion. I am not down with that. So, while there are healthy, alternative, natural and […]
“The best way out is always through.” ―Robert Frost “Today, I’m sitting in my hospital bed waiting to have both my breasts removed. But in a strange way I feel like the lucky one. Up until now I have had no health problems. I’m a 69-year-old woman in the last room at the end of the hall before the pediatric division of the hospital begins. Over the past few hours I have watched dozens of cancer patients being wheeled by in wheelchairs and rolling beds. None of these patients could be a day older than 17.” That’s an entry from my […]
I’ve written to you before about the vast health benefits of fish oil, and today I’m going to give you a little more information. I’m a firm believer in the numerous ways fish oil supplements can contribute to a healthy lifestyle and protect you from disease. I think they are a foundational supplement that everybody, regardless of their age, weight, fitness level or overall health, should take. Fish oil can assist in weight loss, improve your skin and hair, reduce cholesterol, improve heart function, and increase brain function and memory, too. One study found a possible link between prostate cancer risk […]
What works for one person may not work for the next. When making changes, some people (like me) prefer to go all-in and change everything at the same time. But others prefer the longer, slower approach… making small changes, one at a time. Neither approach is better than the other, it’s just that people have different personalities and like to approach lifestyle changes differently. This article is for those who prefer the longer, slower approach. It explains how to adopt a healthy, real food based diet in 12 simple, easily manageable steps. You can do one step per week, one every two weeks, or one […]
Hugging helps the immune system, cures depression, reduces stress and induces sleep. It's invigorating, rejuvenating and has no unpleasant side effects. It is all natural, organic, naturally sweet, no pesticides, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients and 100 percent wholesome. There are no batteries to wear out, no periodic check-ups, low energy consumption, high energy yield, inflation proof, nonfattening, no monthly payments, theft-proof, nontaxable, nonpolluting and, of course, fully returnable. Hugging is practically perfect, with the only exception that it can't recreate the wheel. A famous quote by psychotherapist Virginia Satir goes, “We need 4 hugs a day for survival. We […]
Oil of oregano is nature's antibiotic. The powerful antioxidants in oregano oil have antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties, making oregano oil a beneficial natural alternative to many types of traditional medicine. Oil of Oregano: 4 Health Benefits of Nature's Antibiotic The main healing constituents found in oil of oregano include: Carvacrol – effective against candida albicans, the aspergillus mold, staphylococcus, campylobacter, klebsiella, e.coli, giardia, pseudomonas, salmonella, and listeria. Thymol – a natural fungicide with antiseptic properties. Thymol is an immune system booster and a shields against toxins. Terpenes – have potent antibacterial properties and give off a pine scent. Rosmarinic acid – a stronger antioxidant than vitamin […]
If fluoride is really the panacea for dental disease that it’s been portrayed as, then why is it that the United States is one of the only developed countries that fluoridates their citizens’ drinking water? Hint: It’s not because the other countries aren’t aware of fluoride’s supposed “miracle” powers for your teeth … it’s because they fully realize that adding a known poison to your population’s water supply is probably not a good idea. Even in North America, water fluoridation has come under increasing scrutiny; since 2010, more than 75 US and Canadian communities have voted to end water fluoridation, and the issue […]
The responsibilities that come with having children begin before a baby is conceived. From birth plans to personal care products, new parents soon realize every choice is now made with the health of their new baby in mind. For a pregnant woman in particular, the dietary choices she makes have a profound effect on the growing fetus. Research has found that the foods a woman consumes during pregnancy can predict her baby’s likelihood of heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and more. The Secret our Ancestors Knew Traditional cultures knew about the importance of nutrient dense foods for […]
Friends don't let friends use Febreze. Ditch the toxins found in fabric refreshers and make your own. Linen spray is so simple to make, no recipe needed. Seriously, just add water and essential oil to a spray bottle. Depending on the size of your spray bottle do 4-10 drops (of essential oil). Shake and spritz. You can use whatever essential oils float your boat. Many of them are antiviral and antibacterial. Easy peasy. You can do this!!! P.S. This doubles as a bathroom air […]
As Maria Robinson once said, “Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.” Nothing could be closer to the truth. But before you can begin this process of transformation you have to stop doing the things that have been holding you back. Here are some ideas to get you started… 30 Things To Stop Doing To Yourself 1. Stop spending time with the wrong people. – Life is too short to spend time with people who suck the happiness out of you. If someone wants you in their life, they’ll make […]
On this day 45 years ago my parents were married in a small Catholic church in downtown St. Paul. The day was cold and it was snowing something fierce. My mom was in nursing school in South Dakota and my dad on leave from the Army. Their romance was a whirlwind, only meeting months earlier at another wedding. It was my mom's cousin who just happened to be my dad's military buddy. Their courtship didn't take place over the phone, online or via text messages, but by hand written letters. In fact, they only saw each other face-to-face a handful of […]
There is a lot of controversy in nutrition and it often seems like people can’t agree on anything. But there are a few exceptions to this. Here are the top 10 nutrition facts that everyone actually agrees on (well, almost everyone…). 1. Added Sugar Is A Disaster We all know that added sugar is bad. Some think sugar is a simple matter of “empty” calories, while others believe it to cause diseases that kill millions of people each year. It is definitely true that added sugar (sucrose and high fructose corn syrup) contains empty calories. There are no nutrients in it and if you eat a lot of sugar then you’re likely to […]
The body has five major paths of elimination; the colon, kidneys, liver, lungs, and skin. Of these, our skin is the largest elimination organ. Up to a third of all body impurities are excreted through the skin. It releases a pound of waste each day and will be the first organ to show symptoms of imbalance or toxicity. If your skin cannot efficiently release toxins, you may experience rashes, acne, hives, itchiness, body odor, or even eczema and psoriasis. Dry skin brushing is an easy therapy you can add to your daily detox program. Consistent daily dry skin brushing is cleansing and eliminates more waste material than any soap […]
This is one of those dishes that is incredibly simple, but somehow feels incredibly complex. It’s literally just peeled shrimp, tossed with some eggs, then tossed in coconut and baked! It’s only very slightly more complex than that, but that’s the general idea. I had several friends over the day I made this one and … not only was it gone before I had a bite, it was unanimously declared the day’s favorite! Pin Crispy Oven Baked Coconut Shrimp PrintHealthy Recipe: Crispy Oven Baked Coconut Shrimp Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 35 minutes40 minutes Yield: 4 Servings Ingredients1/2 c. (44g) […]
What Happens To Your Body When You Carb Binge written by Mark Sisson and originally published at MarksDailyApple.com, is syndicated with exclusive permission for Healthy Living How To. Another day, another co-worker’s birthday (and the obligatory cake in the break room). Elaine Benes was right: this is insanity. You’re into the healthy eating, so it’s easy to resist this stuff, right? You ignored the dirty looks when you turned down that piece of fudge-smothered bundt cake offered by your boss’s wife at their employee open house. You don’t mind gnawing on the few anemic carrot sticks left at the annual holiday party. Dessert just isn’t […]
Coconut oil has become very popular in alternative health circles, despite the fact that for many years it was considered a “bad” fat due to its high saturated fat content. It turns out that the saturated fat in coconut oil is not the same as the saturated fat in other oils and coconut oil has some amazing health benefits. Coconut is rich in medium-chain fatty acids which cannot be stored in the body. Instead they get broken down and are used for energy production. The MCFAs found in coconut oil are lauric acid, caprylic acid and capric acid. All of the […]
Our modern-day high-tech, fast-paced lifestyles have elevated stress to epidemic levels. Our lives have become littered with psychological, physical, nutritional and environmental stressors, which in turn assault our body with chronic levels of stress hormones. Initially, there is some ebb and flow, however if stress becomes chronic bad things happen. Do you know how to push the pause button on stress? 10 Healthy Tips To Push The Pause Button On Stress Deep breathing. Take a deep breath. Hold it. Now let it out slowly. Try counting to 10 as you let out your breath. Feel the tension and stress flowing […]
The most common disease in America is something you've probably never heard of, but it affects 90 million Americans and is a major risk factor for diabetes, heart attacks, and even cancer. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease creates a whole cascade of issues including insulin resistance and pre-diabetes, and you don't have to be overweight to have it. How do you know if you have it? What’s causing it? And how do you fix it? Do you exercise, take drugs, change your diet, or take supplements to fix it? Watch the video below to learn more! What To Do About Fatty […]
The message to brush, floss and gargle is hammered into us at a young age. For many the dental routine is performed religiously, often several times a day without thought for the safety of the products we are using. What many don't know is in our attempts to fight off tooth decay and bad breath we may actually be using dental products that not only don't live up to their promises for healthier teeth, but that may also be hazardous to our health. The common, questionable synthetic ingredients found in many toothpastes include [Source]: Sodium Lauryl Sulphate a foaming agent known to […]
The mustard plant comes from the genus of plants (Brassica) that contains such potent and nutritious members as horseradish, cress, kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts. This genus is loaded with amazing plants that are great for your health. This may be why mustard was long considered a medicinal plant (Hippocrates commonly used it in the fashion) before we turned it into the yellow stuff we put on our hot dogs. Here are some amazing benefits of mustard you may not have known. Four Benefits Of Mustard That You May Not Know Cancer-Fighting Powers Mustard seeds (like other members of Brassica) […]
There is a massive amount of nutrition misinformation on the internet. Even the professionals themselves often say things that challenge common sense and don’t seem to have a scientific basis. For example, when they tell people to replace butter with factory-made margarine… The Difference Between Butter and Margarine Butter and margarine serve the same purpose. They are used for cooking, baking and as spreads. Butter has been a dietary stable for centuries. It is made by churning the fatty portion of cow’s milk until it turns into the final product… butter. That’s it. Margarine is totally different. It is a highly processed food that was invented […]
“Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” –Desmond Tutu What Do You Want To Be Known For? Lift others up. Treat people with respect. Be positive. Be true to your values. Do your best. Do things that bring you in contact with your passions. Take care of yourself, your family, and your friends. Be the person that makes others feel special. Be known for your kindness and honesty. This is how you gain admiration and fame for being a good person… 1. Care about people. People […]
“Over the last few years, we have seen the correlation of gluten sensitivity as a common initiator of multiple pathologies. From attention deficit hyperactivity disorder to hepatocellular carcinoma, from migraines to recurrent pancreatitis, from cardiomyopathy to numerous autoimmune diseases, we have seen the association of sensitivity to this protein of wheat, rye and barley with the initial manifestation of multiple pathophysiologies.” Dr. Thomas O'Bryan This Is Your Brain On Gluten Video Notes The British Medical Journal tells us that translational research, research that is going to change the way doctors think, takes an average of 17 years before the doc […]
5 Common Nutrient Deficiencies And What To Do About Them written by Mark Sisson and originally published at MarksDailyApple.com, is syndicated with exclusive permission for Healthy Living How To. For months now, I’ve received emails from Mark’s Daily Apple readers asking about iodine, selenium, magnesium and other vitamins and minerals, so I figured it’s about time to highlight these key nutrients, explain how and why some people find themselves deficient and provide my opinion as to what they can do about it. I also wrote this article to make the point that quitting grains, legumes, seed oils, and sugar is just part of the equation. There’s a whole lot more […]
Reaching puberty is a rite of passage that we've all been through, but children are now reaching it earlier than ever before, and while precocious puberty in girls has received most of the attention, we now know the trend applies to boys as well. In the 19th century, the onset of menstruation in girls occurred around the age of 15. Now the average age of the first period is around 12. Some girls develop breasts as early as age seven1 . According to a recent study in the journal Pediatrics2, boys are now beginning sexual development anywhere from six months to two […]
We’ve all come to accept the notion that our brain will continue to shrink as we age. And nowhere is this decline more impactful than in the hippocampus, the brain’s memory center, one of the primary brain areas that’s first to decline in Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers measuring the size of the hippocampus using MRI scans demonstrate a clear correlation between shrinkage of the hippocampus and declining cognitive function. So, at least as it relates to the hippocampus, size does matter. Challenging the status quo notion that loss of hippocampal function is inevitable is new and exciting research showing that we have the potential to actually […]
Somewhere, early on in my experience with low-glycemic foods, I discovered that ice cream was a perfect tool for my new found way of life. It was fairly easy to make, it was incredibly easy to portion and store in the freezer, a near infinite variety of flavors could be made, it was almost always excellent and it somehow seemed a fitting way to end each day! I’ve made hundreds of flavors, but this one is easily in my top 10. It takes a few extra steps, but … the contrasting swirls really make it worth it! Click Here To […]
One of the most popular posts here at Healthy Living How To is How To Make The Perfect Hard Boiled Egg Using Your Oven. It was a Pinterest pin I saw floating around that I had to try out — and couldn't believe it worked! After sharing with readers, I had a few mention you could also use a pressure cooker to hard boil eggs. Since my pressure cooker is one of my favorite kitchen cooking tools I knew I had to give it a try. Once again we have hard boiled egg success! Watch the video below and give […]
According to the Office of Cosmetics and Colors at the federal Food and Drug Administration, a cosmetic manufacturer may use almost any raw material as a cosmetic ingredient and market the product without an approval from FDA. “Personal care products are manufactured with 10,500 unique chemical ingredients, some of which are known or suspected carcinogens, toxic to the reproductive system or known to disrupt the endocrine system. Though some companies make products that are safe to eat, others choose to use dangerous ingredients like coal tar and formaldehyde, both human carcinogens, and lead acetate, a developmental toxin.” EWG’s Skin Deep Cosmetic Database […]
“Silence is a source of great strength.” ~Lao Tzu For over two years I spent one out of every four weeks in silence. At the time I was living at a Zen Monastery and every month we would have a week-long silent retreat. During this retreat we sat meditation in silence, ate in silence, worked in silence, and only communicated through hand gestures and written notes. At first living like this was hard, but over time I learned to grow to appreciate silence. By the time I left I learned that silence was my friend and teacher. What did silence teach me? […]
Dairy Intolerance: What It Is And How To Determine If You Have It written by Mark Sisson and originally published at MarksDailyApple.com, is syndicated with exclusive permission for Healthy Living How To. I often say that “dairy is fine and even healthy if you tolerate it.” But what exactly does that mean? How do you know if it’s “not okay”? You could be reacting poorly to the lactose, the casein, the whey, or all of it. You could just ditch all dairy forever more and be perfectly fine – but you shouldn’t eliminate a food group, especially one as delicious, nutrient-dense, and potentially rewarding as […]
Sick and tired of getting sick and tired?? Want to improve your well-being, have more energy and maybe even live longer? Start working some of these fun immune boosters into your regular schedule, and you may be able to ward off illness better in the future. 7 Simple Ways To Stay Healthy 1. Singing Research shows that singing is an effective immunity booster – even if you’re off-key. So sing in the shower in the morning. Sing in the car during your commute. Sing at home when you’re doing the dinner dishes. But don’t sing at work. That would be weird. (Just sayin’.) […]
“Simplicity is the peak of civilization.” – Jessie Sampter A simple life has a different meaning and a different value for every person. For me, it means eliminating all but the essential, eschewing chaos for peace, and spending your time doing what’s important to you. Simpliticy. It means getting rid of many of the things you do so you can spend time with people you love and do the things you love. It means getting rid of the clutter so you are left with only that which gives you value. However, getting to simplicity isn’t always a simple process. It’s […]
A major new report by Credit Suisse Research Institute1 explores the impact of sugar and sweeteners on humans' diets, with some shocking revelations and statistics. Worldwide, the average person consumes 70 grams of sugar and high-fructose corn syrup per day (that's 17 teaspoons), up 46 percent from three decades ago. Yet, in countries like the US, Brazil, Australia and Mexico, sugar consumption is actually much higher, averaging 40 teaspoons per person per day for Americans (compared to just seven for those living in China). And when children younger than 4 are removed from the mix, sugar consumption in the US rises […]
Hello Friend, This is the most non-salesy sales page you'll ever land on, I promise. I am not going to try to sell you essential oils. Because, after five years of building a team and our business, there's one thing I know for certain. Our business is not about selling the products but about building relationships with people. You can buy essential oils just about anywhere these days. Am I right?! Sure, I can tell you all the reasons why you should totally try essential oils and why I got started and how we use them in our home. However, I […]
I was once asked for “PF Chang’s” clone recipes. I thought it was a cute idea, so I set out to create a batch of recipes based around those flavors and cooking techniques. Here I present a really nice “Black Pepper Beef” — a slightly sweet and spicy beef stir-fried with broccolini and finished with a glucomannan thickened coconut aminos sauce (glucomannan is a naturally occurring fiber which comes from the “konjac plant”). The glucomannan is completely optional to the recipe, but that little tiny bit of fiber will thicken the sauce, allowing it cling to the beef and broccolini […]
Different types of body odor can come from the inside. Why not battle them there instead of external masking. Synthetic fragrances found in deodorants and antiperspirants are endocrine-disruptors and the beauty industry uses our insecurity to reinforce the idea that we stink. 14 Ways To Activate Your Internal Deodorant 1. Chlorophyll – a natural odor neutralizer and helps with all types of odor. 2. Plant foods – vegetables are hydrating, alkalizing, contain fiber, enzymes, chlorophyll, antioxidants. Wheatgrass and spirulina are so powerful, they have been known to eliminate morning breath. 3. Zinc – heavy duty body odor fighter, also used in many oral hygiene products. […]
Last week I wrote an article about the 7 unhealthiest foods in the diet, ones that you would do best to avoid. Now it’s time for the opposite… the foods that you can and should eat. Even if you banish the unhealthy modern foods from your diet, you can still eat an endless variety of healthy and delicious foods. 1. Meat This includes beef, pork, lamb, chicken and various other animals. Humans are omnivores. We have been eating meat for hundreds of thousands (if not millions) of years. Our species thrived eating a combination of animals and plants. The problem today is that meat isn’t like it used to be. It often lookslike meat, […]
In life, you don’t get what you want, you get what you work for. Here are some ideas for making it happen: 1. Every morning ask: “Is this what I want for myself?” Whenever the answer has been “no” for too many mornings in a row, you know it’s time to make a change. If you follow this principle a lot of life’s big decisions are actually pretty simple. Long-term happiness is the settling of your soul into its most appropriate spot. This spot contains the ideas, passions, people, and places that move you. Accept responsibility for making these things […]
For some, it's the tradition of steeping tea leaves to brew the perfect cup of tea. For others, it's the morning shuffle to a coffee maker for a hot jolt of java. Then there are those who like their wake up with the kind of snap and a fizz usually found in a carbonated beverage. Regardless of the routine, the consumption of caffeine is the energy boost of choice for millions to wake up or stay up. Now, however, researchers at the Johns Hopkins University have found another use for the stimulant: memory enhancer. Michael Yassa, assistant professor of psychological […]
Why An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Is Essential For A Healthy Brain “The focal point of many of our most debilitating ailments, particularly those that involve brain health, is inflammation. We’ve all experienced inflammation at some point (from a swollen joint to arthritis), but inflammation in the brain is both silent and deadly. In Grain Brain, I identify the role inflammation plays in a myriad of brain diseases, but what you need to know now is that because there are no pain receptors there, you won’t ever know if your brain is experiencing inflammation. So, you need to be proactive about maintaining […]
My parents got divorced when I was 3 years old and I turned to food for comfort. By the time I was 6 years old I was in Weight Watchers. I was still chubby in middle school. By the time I graduated from college I was up to 240 pounds. After getting my cap and gown I decided that I was ready to start taking care of myself. I lost over 90 pounds in a few years with high amounts of exercise, low-calories and low-fat. I started feeling more confident and wanted adventure, so I packed my bags and moved […]