Obesity, pre-diabetes, and type 2 diabetes are prevalent health issues that plague a high percentage of Americans today. Government statistics bear this out: 42% of adults in the U.S. are classified as obese, with 9% being considered severely so. More than one out of...
It’s a familiar story. You started a weight loss program. And at first, it went well. The pounds seemed to melt away during those early days. But then, something changed. The numbers on the scale stopped moving. And you were left wondering what was responsible for...
Weight loss can be challenging…even under the best of circumstances. You think you’re doing everything right, but still progress can be elusive. Keep reading to learn about some of the factors that could be sabotaging your efforts: 1. Dehydration Staying hydrated is...
Gaining weight is frustratingly easy for most people. Losing weight, on the other hand…not so much. Unfortunately, the $33 billion weight loss industry has offered consumers a lot by way of hype, but not much when it comes to effective solutions. Until now. A...
Aging notoriously creates challenges relative to maintaining good health. Fortunately, many of the health issues associated with aging can be managed, or even avoided. Keep reading to learn about six common age-related health issues, and about tips for avoiding them....
For as long as humans have recorded history, they have searched for a solution to the problem of aging. Are we getting any closer? Aging Defined Until recently, people have mostly looked upon aging as being a fact of life that could not be avoided. The human body...
Optimal blood sugar is a cornerstone to good health and vitality. This only becomes more important as people age. What Exactly Is Blood Sugar? Simply put, your body converts some of the food you eat to glucose (a type of sugar). And then glucose is used by your body...
Getting older is inevitable. Aging, on the other hand, is a medical condition. Actually…it’s a number of medical conditions. This article highlights five common health issues associated with aging, as well as what you can do to minimize or prevent those issues....
For decades, obesity and insulin resistance have been on the rise among aging Americans. Until recently, most solutions to this problem have been diet oriented. But lately, there are exciting developments in the fight against obesity. We’re talking about two...
Summer isn’t just about vacations and barbecues. The longer days, increased sunlight, and warmer temperatures create unique opportunities for your body at the genetic level. What we’re talking about here is epigenetics—the fascinating science behind how...
