Stretching: Helpful or Harmful?

Stretching: Helpful or Harmful?

When it comes to exercise and physical health, stretching has long been a topic of debate. Is it essential for peak performance? Or could it lead to injury? Does it actually help with recovery? Surprisingly, the research is very mixed. So, let’s explore both sides of...
5 Longevity Secrets of The Blue Zones

5 Longevity Secrets of The Blue Zones

The secret is out: In Netflix’s recent documentary Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones, many people discovered exactly why certain areas of the world tend to live longer than the rest of us. And surprisingly, these habits aren’t exactly ground-breaking.  So,...
The Keto Diet: Should You Try It?

The Keto Diet: Should You Try It?

The keto diet is everywhere. But is it worth the hype?  The keto diet promises rapid weight loss while eating fatty and protein-filled foods and basically zero carbs. While it has its benefits, it isn’t for everyone. So, here are a few things you should know...
Healing Takes Time: Why?

Healing Takes Time: Why?

Unless you recently experienced an injury or accident, it’s likely your aches and pains didn’t happen overnight. This typically means that they won’t necessarily go away overnight either. The body needs time to adjust and rebuild. And this falls in line with...
5 Ways to Naturally Increase Testosterone

5 Ways to Naturally Increase Testosterone

Testosterone is often talked about in relation to male health. Interestingly, females also produce some testosterone. However, this hormone primarily plays a role in developing male physical characteristics, maintaining muscle mass, regulating sex drive, and even...
What Does “Listening to Your Body” Actually Mean?

What Does “Listening to Your Body” Actually Mean?

The age-old advice “listen to your body” echoes across all aspects of health and wellness. But… what if you’re unsure how to do this?  Developing that mind-body connection can prove challenging, especially if you’ve never paid attention to it before. However,...