Your body is dependent on its internal clock, known as the circadian rhythm, to run smoothly. It coordinates internal systems to regulate your hormones, which affect appetite, mood and energy. … [Read more...]
6 Reasons to Stop Eating After 8 P.M.
Whether you’re working overtime or having a late-night snack attack, the only gain you get from midnight munching is on your waistline. Consuming calories at night is associated with a high BMI and increases your diabetes risk. Plus, nocturnal eaters are more likely to lose … [Read more...]
Losing Pregnancy Weight the Healthy Way
Adapting to motherhood is not easy. The new stroller, if or when to use a pacifier, how to manage sleep...the list is never-ending! But can you physically get back to your pre-pregnancy body and health? Use these tips as your guide: • Give Yourself Time It took time to put … [Read more...]
Celiac Disease and Your Teeth: How To Prevent Pearly White Pitfalls
Gluten is a protein—not harmful for those who can tolerate it, but certainly bad for those with celiac disease. Tooth enamel is 96% mineral content, and celiac disease rids the body of its ability to absorb essential nutrients, thus directly affecting the health of your … [Read more...]
Is the Healthcare Industry Skipping the Dentist?
Heroes of fit lifestyles, healthcare professionals help the rest of us stay healthy. From monitoring our diets to measuring our blood pressure, if it weren’t for these hard-working individuals, Americans’ health would suffer. But, are healthcare workers following their own advice … [Read more...]