Health Tips

Have you ever heard of Omega fatty acids? What are the differences of Omega 3 vs Omega 6? You likely have heard about it and asked the same question, especially if you’re into fitness or wellness.  Omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 are all types of Omega fatty acids. They’re essential for your health because they create […]

There’s a lot of misinformation when it comes to being vegan. And while we’re not going to go into the science behind plant-based diets, some misconceptions require clarification. An important question to ask is whether vegans need to take supplements. Many people don’t realize this, but vegetables alone cannot provide a person with everything they

We often think of a transformation as a long and challenging process. We can get easily overwhelmed when the committed changes are too extreme.  But the good news is that they don’t have to be.  Making several small changes to your life can be much more effective than taking one giant leap. It’s always easier

Esophageal Dysmotility, or ED for short, is a condition that causes dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, causing food to get stuck in your throat. The muscles in the esophagus don’t work well, making it difficult for people with this condition to swallow. They may also have trouble talking or breathing because of the obstruction.  The digestive

You may be lactose intolerant. Have you drunk a café latte and had a gassy, bloated, cramped stomach afterward? Or maybe you experienced stomach pain after having your favorite cereal? If so, it might be because of the milk, more specifically the lactose, that goes with it! So, let’s dive into what lactose is and

People have used turmeric, known as the Indian saffron or golden spice, for thousands of years as a spice and medicinal herb in India, Asia, and Middle Eastern countries. Turmeric alone can provide a long list of health benefits and may be the most effective nutritional supplement. Indeed, Turmeric and Black Pepper have a lot

By now, you have probably heard the term “probiotics,” but do you know what these are and how they work with your digestion for a healthy gut? Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that can help your digestive system. Acidophilus (Lactobacillus acidophilus) is one known strain of probiotics that is widely used. It is found

Antibiotics can save lives, relieve symptoms of bacterial infections, and help us recover faster. They destroy healthy and harmful bacteria in your gut while trying to eradicate bacteria in your body system. Antibiotics work by disrupting essential processes or structures in the bacterial cell. This either kills the bacteria or slows down bacterial growth. Furthermore,

Have you ever wondered how food passes through your body? The human body ingests vital nutrients from the foods you consume, but it needs to filter out the waste by-products that can be toxic. The liver is responsible for processing these harmful substances and excreting them in the form of feces. As a matter of

Technological advancements, recently developed technologies, and methods using other newly found scientific findings are a constant in producing many everyday items. But did you know that some of these scientific outcomes are used to produce genetically modified crops and animals? Research and technological advancements have paved the way for genetically modified organisms, commonly called GMOs.