Category Archives: "Nutrition"
Do Beauty Supplements Really Work?
A healthy diet can help keep your skin looking its best. Since the skin is an organ, just like your heart or liver, it’s fed by the nutrients in the foods you eat, so the more nutrients you get in your daily diet, the healthier your skin will be. But that’s food we’re talking about.
Why Women Should Be More Cautious About Alcohol
Sometimes a glass of red wine tops off a meal perfectly, or a cocktail with friends is the best way to unwind. But recent research has shown that women—even more than men—have to be careful about how much alcohol they consume. Not only do women’s bodies metabolize alcohol differently, they can also be at a
10 Ways to Beat Back Belly Bloat
Is there anything more frustrating than belly bloat? Especially when you’ve been eating healthy, but your belly still sticks out, almost mocking you when you put on that sleek dress or pair of skinny jeans. What causes this frustrating condition, and what can you do to eliminate it? What Causes Belly Bloat? There are a
Vitamin D Critical for Healthy Skin—How to Get More Without Increasing Cancer Risk
In 2008, researchers called vitamin D deficiency a “worldwide pandemic.” In 2009, scientists found that three-quarters of Americans were coming up short on the important nutrient. In 2011, they reported that over 41 percent of participants studied were deficient in vitamin D. These figures are concerning for all of us, because vitamin D is crucial
