Think Healthier: because you need to!

Aaaah-choo! Colds-they’re something no one wants to deal with. Unfortunately, colds are just a part of life. Especially in the winter and spring. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), colds are the leading reason for absences when it comes to school and work. In fact, millions of people are infected with simple colds…

Looking to add fish to your diet? Don’t forget salmon. There’s a reason salmon has become the go-to fish of choice for health enthusiasts. The benefits of salmon are endless. From heart health to immune function, this fish is definitely one to gnaw on. Fishing for another reason to make salmon a permanent staple on…

It feels like the greatest run of your life. You’re cruising at a quick pace, taking in the scenery. It’s you against nature. But just when that runner’s high is in full force, the situation dramatically changes. Your calf cramps up. It doesn’t just hurt; it throbs. And it’s still cramping. Muscle cramps are common,…

Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhea. Abdominal pain. Cramps. High fever. Most people recognize the signs of food poisoning — an illness caused by eating food contaminated with fecal matter, bacteria, parasites or viruses. All of the infectious organisms or their toxins are the most common ways someone can acquire food poisoning, which is sometimes referred to as…

Gluten is a protein found in grains, including barley, wheat, rye and triticale, a cross between wheat and rye. Some people with celiac disease will have inflammation in the small intestine when ingesting gluten, while some who don’t have the disease may also exhibit symptoms. These are non-celiac gluten sensitive people. Lately, a trend has…

We live in a world where natural products are touted as being the most wholesome, healthier, better for the planet and tastier. The problem is shelf life, as natural foods also spoil faster, and even our just-in-time world needs things that will last more than a day or two in the refrigerator. Thus, the genesis…

In a highly developed nation, it’s hard to think about a world with little food. After all, Americans live in a society that offers any food option imaginable. But what about a world where we have to scavenge for food? The truth about food availability isn’t just shocking. It’s downright terrifying. Drive-thru restaurants cater to…

It’s hard to resist the sweet taste of a perfectly ripened pineapple. Rich and juicy, pineapples make a great snack. But did you know that pineapples have some pretty awesome health benefits, too?   That’s because pineapples contain a health warrior called bromelain. In fact, this enzyme has so many health benefits it’s hard to…

Hmmmm It seems like just yesterday that coconut oil was on the “naughty list” due to its high fat content, partially hydrogenated goo and junk-food-like properties. Now it’s gone from zero to hero. Suddenly this lard-like substance is being touted as a veritable one-stop shop for healthy living. Well, time will tell whether coconut oil’s…

The World Health Organization recently announced that a new investigation discovered that processed meats are likely to cause cancer. They put such delights as bacon, sausage and hot dogs in the same category as smoking and diesel fuel. The scientific panel that did the World Health Organization study examined epidemiological studies from multiple ethnicities and…