Success after bariatric surgery is dependent on several factors including diet, exercise, and overall lifestyle. Since your body has gone through physiological changes that affect absorption, one of the most important routines for [ ... ]
Whether you are new to a diagnosis or longtime sufferer of endometriosis, you are likely here to learn a little more about how you can get some relief. Endometriosis is both an autoimmune and hormonal imbalance of excess estrogen. [ ... ]
Most of us are familiar with the immediate effects stress can have on our lives including headache, muscle tension, fatigue, and stomach upset. Chronic stress can have even larger effects on the body like a higher risk of heart [ ... ]
You hear someone say, “Take a chill pill!”, when things seem to hit the fan, or your head is spinning out of control. According to American Psychological Association, 75% of adults reported experiencing moderate to high levels [ ... ]
In 2017, approximately 228,000 Americans underwent a bariatric procedure, including the gastric sleeve, Roux-en-Y bypass, gastric band, balloon, duodenal switch, and revisions.1 Bariatric surgeries don’t only change your appearance [ ... ]
The digestive system is important for breaking down food so nutrients can be absorbed into the body. Many people suffer from a variety of digestive problems, with symptoms ranging from abdominal discomfort and pain to bloating, [ ... ]
More people are taking supplements every year, with the most recent consumer survey reporting 67% of adults (or more than 170 million people) take dietary supplements every day. (1) The majority of supplement takers consume a multi [ ... ]
As consumers, it’s confusing when trying to decide whether to “go organic.” We want to make the best decisions for our health and our families, but we also must consider our tight budgets. Those that buy organic food do so [ ... ]
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s hard for any of us to escape heart-shaped chocolate boxes and huge stuffed animals lining department and grocery stores all around the country. Valentine’s Day is typically [ ... ]
Try this healthy and low-carb, but spicy and delicious appetizer for Game Day festivities! Cauliflower is an amazing vegetable with many vitamins and minerals, plus a great source of antioxidants that fight inflammation. Use ranch [ ... ]
