Electrolytes And Why We Need Them

Did someone mention something about replenishing electrolytes? What are they trying to say?  What Are Electrolytes? Electrolytes are minerals that are, well, electric. They include sodium, potassium, calcium, bicarbonate, and magnesium, amongst other minerals. These minerals carry a small electric charge in a fluid environment. Our body needs electrolytes to function. Basically, electrolytes keep our cells, tissues, and fluids active …

10 Reasons To Stay Active

Whether you’ve been active your entire life, or you are just getting started with a fitness routine, there are so many great reasons we need to keep moving our bodies as we age.  10 Reasons You Should Stay Active Obesity Exercise can help you lose weight and control your weight. More than one-third of adults in the U.S (roughly 78.6 …

5 Celebrities Daily Health Habits

Yes, we know New Year’s resolutions come and go and can be hard to stick to. In fact, a common statistic is that only about 8% of us are able to successfully stick to resolutions. As you consider setting goals for the year ahead, rather than getting overwhelmed by making big changes, think of it more like changing a habit …

9 Nutritionist Approved Tips For Dining Out

These helpful tips are provided by our friends at Arivale; a personalized, data-driven nutritional coaching tool. Special promo at the bottom! Whether it’s date night with a loved one or a solo meal on a business trip, finding healthy options while dining out can be tough. With someone else making the food, it’s all too easy to get too much …

9 Habits Of Incredibly Happy People

The quest for happiness is all around us. It’s seems to be one of those elusive goals we constantly chase and yet, if we just pressed the pause button for a moment, we may find it’s easier to attain than we think. The Greek philosopher, Aristotle, suggested that happiness is not something that is attained in an instant, but rather …

5 Realistic Health Goals For The New Year And Beyond

As the New Year gets underway, there’s no better time to change your habits. If you haven’t set any goals, it’s not too late. The key is to have some parameters around your goals, whether it involves losing five pounds, trying to be compliant with a daily vitamin routine, or getting to bed by 10pm each night. And if you …

The Clean Label Revolution And Dietary Supplements

Have you ever wondered exactly what is in the food you’re eating or the supplements you’re taking? You’re not alone. As the “clean label” movement gains momentum, consumers are questioning ingredients in products everywhere, from food to personal care to dietary supplements. And with good reason. There has been more in your food and dietary supplements than meets the label. …

6 Mood and Metabolism Boosting Vitamins

There are a lot of things that can affect our mood—stress, a lack of exercise, shorter days, as well as poor sleep. Of course, when set in motion, these things can all affect our metabolism and lead to weight gain. Which, in turn, can affect our mood. Can vitamin and nutrients affect your mood and weight? Good news is, diet …

10 Facts About Men’s Health

We know men don’t like going to the doctor. In fact, men are 24% less likely than women to have visited a doctor with the past year, according to the U.S. Department Of Health & Human Services. What do we know about men’s health? We get it guys, going to the doctor is no fun. But, getting your annual checkups and …

What Is CoQ10 And What Are Its Benefits

COQ10 is a coenzyme. This means it supports other enzymes in their functions. Coenzymes are necessary for enzymes to function, they aren’t able to catalyze a reaction themselves, but they can help other enzymes to work properly. When it comes to COQ10, it is a key player in the metabolic chemical reaction that generates energy within cells. In other words, …