Part of living a healthy lifestyle is being aware of what you can do to prevent illness. Prevention is worth a pound of cure, they say, and they are correct. Read today’s article by guest blogger, Bonnie Coberly, for her top 5 ways to prevent oral cancer. Despite new studies and advancements in oral cancer treatment, the survival rate remains remarkably low, because most people discover the condition too late. This year alone the Oral … [Read more...]

Many people experience Seasonal Affect Disorder (SAD) this time of year. So what a perfect time to publish this guest post by Lindsey Dahlberg! A major change had taken over my life and I didn’t even notice. But my husband did. One night, while I was tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep, he quietly whispered from the other side of the bed, “I think you are depressed.” I turned on the lamp and sat up, giving him my best … [Read more...]

My Mom was recently diagnosed with dementia, and because I’ve been made aware of it, it seems very prominent these days. As I’m learning about this illness, it’s heartbreaking in so many ways. In advanced cases, you may not even know who you are let alone the people around you! Can you imagine the level of fear you would have under these conditions? I’m positively pleased to present today’s guest article by regular … [Read more...]

Have you turned to commercial flavoured water to get your required H2O intake? Before you spend a ton of money and ingest liters of this substance, read this guest article by Dixie Somers to make a more informed decision.  Soft drink moguls Coca-Cola and Pepsi have both found a winner in flavoured water. Accounting for over $300 million dollars in sales a year, this popular drink is a hit amongst people trying to lose weight or live a healthier … [Read more...]

Who doesn’t want a head-full of full, luscious healthy hair? If you do, check out today’s guest article by Madhavi Dandu about natural ways to grow healthy hair! Having long luxurious locks is everyone’s dream and taking care of hair for proper growth is very important. Your hair is made up of dead cells filled with keratin (a type of protein). So it is a given that as you increase the amount of protein in your diet, you see your hair … [Read more...]

Everyone around me is coming down with colds! To the rescue, here’s guest blogger, Stu Lieberman, with some advice on how to strengthen your immune system so you can battle those cold viruses running rampant in these colder temperatures. This time of year you probably have a thousand things to do. Between the cooking and cleaning for incoming guests, to the shopping for your loved ones, the last thing you need is a runny nose and cold to … [Read more...]

Do we need nutritional supplements? Some people say, “No!” Guest blogger, Dixie Somers, says: perhaps in certain circumstances. Check out her article and see if you might want to try adding a supplement or two to add to your diet and exercise (or lack thereof) regime. A diet rich in essential nutrients, proteins, healthy grains, good fats, fruits, and vegetables should accommodate what the body requires for proper function and overall … [Read more...]

Ya know, my mom wasn’t the most active woman when I knew her growing up. She’s now 65 and in a nursing home with diabetes and dementia, along with some strokes thrown in there. I’ve struggled over the years myself to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Part of me wishes that I grew up with a model of health. It would have made things easier, I think. So here’s Savannah Coulsen with an article on getting your youngster started … [Read more...]

This is probably the cutest food guide ever created – and, wow, the sample daily meal plan sounds absolutely scrumptious! We’re pleased to present guest blogger, Cassie Brewer, with her super food super guide and witty article about some of the most yummiest super foods and meal suggestions.   When it comes to weight loss, beauty, and general health, what we put into our bodies is just as important as our daily workouts and skincare … [Read more...]

When you see someone with a bright, white smile, don’t you just think, “healthy?” I do! It’s definitely a sign of someone who takes care of themselves. If you want to take better care of your teeth (which has extra health benefits… stay tuned for a future post on this!), check out today’s post by guest blogger, Anita.   Sticky, filmy bacteria known as plaque naturally live in everyone’s mouth. Tooth … [Read more...]

I don’t care who you are or what age you are, I’m certain you have acne from time to time. Some people are more prone to it, others are more blessed. Check out this guest post by Micheala who shares with us a safe, natural method for taking care of pimples, specifically whiteheads.  Very few people are blessed with perfectly clear skin and even if you have the most diligent daily skincare regime, you may still fall foul of the odd … [Read more...]

Do we really have a magic cure for the negative side-effects of eating junk food? Let’s find out with today’s guest post by Jefferey Morgan! When we eat junk food we unleash the disparaging power of inflammation. When stimulated by refined carbs and unhealthy fats, that process can destroy our nerves and disrupt the proper function of the immune system. The end result is weight gain and neurodegenerative concerns. Scientists say that … [Read more...]

The holidays are coming up we pledge every time we won’t let it happen again. But when the holidays are over, the weighing scale reveals how much weight you have gained despite your efforts. Let’s read today’s guest post by Mike for a few ways to survive holiday weight gain!  When you are on a holiday, does your diet go on vacation too? Probably yes, because most of us use vacations as an excuse to eat fat rich foods and send our diet … [Read more...]

If you’re having a tough time maintaining your intended workout routine, or aren’t seeing the results you’d like to see despite your best efforts, you might like today’s guest post. Check out Chelsea Sawyer’s benefits of investing in a personal trainer to help you reach your health goals.  Admit it — when you go through your workout routine alone, there are times when your heart and mind may not be entirely on the … [Read more...]

Whether it’s kidney disease, another type of disease or an illness, you’re number one priority is to relax as much as possible and stay positive so your immune system can do it’s job. Check out today’s guest post by Jenny, where she shares 4 helpful tips in how to remain positive when you’ve gotten bad news about your health.    So you’ve just been diagnosed with having kidney disease and now you’re sitting there … [Read more...]

Even if you don’t wear dentures, chances are there’s someone you know and love that does. This is actually a very important guest post by Dana Smith that has brought to my attention that someone I love may need some info and a visit to the dentist for their dentures! There are many adults who are suffering from malnutrition and the cause for this is something non-impressive, if not shocking, ill fitting dentures. Dentures are mainly … [Read more...]