The Truth about Stress
Hormones are chemical messengers that control most major and minor bodily functions. When hormones are in balance the body will thrive but when out of whack a cascade of health problems can ensue. Cortisol has been called the Master of all hormones, because abnormal levels can impact so many bodily systems. Normal fluctuations occur over…
Read MoreSeasonal Affective Disorder, What is it and What can you do about it?
It’s that time of year again—a time of cool breezes, brightly colored leaves and getting geared up for the holiday season. These can be fun and exhilarating, Unless you suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). …
Read MoreThe Power of Pumpkins.
Fall has officially arrived. Everywhere you look Autumn is on display from the corn shocks and the mums to the pumpkins. But if you only think of pumpkins as a fall decoration for your front porch you are missing out on the real beauty of this brightly colored gourd. …
Read MoreTomato; the fruit masquerading as a vegetable.
Tennessee and Ohio consider it a fruit; while Arkansas folks can’t decide what it is. Which do you consider it to be?
Read MoreThe Many Aliases of Sugar
What is sugar? Sugar is a simple carbohydrate that provides calories for the body to use as energy yet has no nutritional value. Sugar comes in two forms: naturally occurring and added or processed sugar. What is the difference? There is a big difference between natural and added sugars. ‘Naturally occurring sugars‘ refers to sugar…
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