Most people assume that losing weight is a pathway to a healthier lifestyle. But what if your weight loss program was actually making you less healthy? We all understand the extreme scenarios of anorexia and bulimia as being detrimental to health. But what if some of the more popular fads today, like intermittent fasting and
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Dispelling common myths throughout the Healthcare and Fitness Industries
July 12, 2019
Drinking Water Quality: The Dirty Facts
Water quality is perhaps the most important element to your health. I say it’s a 3 way tie between water, air, and food quality. Unfortunately, all 3 of these vital life force elements have been polluted and degraded over the last century. Today, most of us opt for bottled water over tap, which is potentially
July 03, 2019
What the FDA Won’t Tell You About Food Dyes
The EU requires food labels on any item containing dyes, warning the public of their health risks. Yet in America, the FDA has turned a blind eye to valid research that raises some serious concerns ranging from hyperactivity in children to cancer. This article from Mercola.com reveals some research that our government chooses to keep
June 19, 2019
Naturally Treating Varicose Veins
The most common treatments for varicose veins are typically prescription creams and laser surgeries. However, there are some natural was to combat this issue before going down these more expensive and painful routes. This article from draxe.com details information about how varicose veins occur, and natural remedies to treat them. How to Get Rid
June 12, 2019
“Are Squats Bad For Your Knees?”
I get asked this question all of the time. My answer is usually “Of course they’re bad for your knees…If you’re doing them incorrectly, or if you have poor joint stability/flexibility. But if you’ve got a healthy, functional body and are educated in squat mechanics the squat can be the absolute best exercise for your
June 04, 2019
Meditation for Parkinson’s Disease
I’ve worked with quite a few clients that suffer from Parkinson’s disease. The keys to managing the disease are #1-Being proactive and #2- Putting the work in consistently. This applies to the dietary end and the movement/exercise end. I’ve always recommended meditation to my clients, but now, after reading this article and doing some more
May 16, 2019
Weight Loss ASAP
I generally prefer the slow and steady method of losing weight. In my experience, that’s what develops lasting lifestyle changes and keeps the weight off in the long run. However, on the other hand, most of us at some point have found ourselves in a time crunch to lose weight for an event, gathering, sport,
May 08, 2019
Worrying is a Waste of Time
A wise woman once said to me “Worrying is like praying for something bad to happen”. Those words have always resonated with me. And they’re true. Projecting negative energy into the universe often cultivates negative outcomes. Even if the outcome isn’t negative, what affect did the worry have on your body and soul? Eckhart Tolle
May 01, 2019
Raw vs. Pasteurized Milk
Most Americans assume that pasteurized milk is a safer version than raw milk. Actually, most Americans aren’t aware that raw milk is even available today. You may have to hunt for it, but it’s out there. And it might just be the safer option. One thing is for sure – it is certainly the healthier
April 03, 2019
Cancer-Causing Chemical 1,4-Dioxane Contaminates Americans’ Drinking Water
I’ve heard my whole life that Long Island ( and my home town of Smithtown in particular) has one of the best drinking water supplies in the country.I’m not sure where this information came from, but I think it’s just folklore now. This disturbing article from The Environmental Working Group reports how Long Island (and