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Author: Coach Jessie
4 Amazing Health Benefits of Cinnamon
Cinnamon always seems to top the seasonal spice list – two tablespoons in your banana muffin mix, a heaping spoonful to the sweet potato mash, a sprinkle on top of your pumpkin spice latte. Although available throughout the year, this comforting spice tends to symbolize the seasonal changing of the leaves, warm fires, and holiday… Read more
Diabetes Set to Rise to Alarming Rate…What Can You Do?
The rising rate of diabetes is a far cry from new news. As the Western diet of fast food continues to spread worldwide at a rapid pace, increased diabetes and obesity rates have been quick to follow. However, research has shed new light on the increasing urgency of the issue: “The number of people living… Read more
Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin Seeds & More Fall Foods To Make You Look Gorgeous
One of the favorite places to spend outside of the mall is the farmer’s market. Packed with folks dressed in fall fashions, this outdoor scene is overflowing with colorful sights, sounds and foods. A list of fruits and veggies to stock up on is a must-have. However, knowing which locally-grown goods have the best beauty… Read more
Eat to Beat the Cold and Flu Season
With a cough and a sniffle, cold and flu season is not right around the corner…it’s here! Do you know of anyone who has already been out sick? Chances are you do – perhaps someone in your office or one of your friends. Orange juice and chemical cough syrup are not the go-to remedy. Think… Read more
Superfood of the Season: Pumpkin
Sure, pumpkins can seem spooky in their Jack-o-lantern state, but don’t be fooled— they’re actually one of the most nutritious fruits out there. Loaded with antioxidants and disease-fighting vitamins, these gourds aren’t just for carving, making them a bonafide superfood. Pump Up the Pumpkin — Why They’re Super Pumpkins’ bright orange color may make them… Read more
7 Amazing Beauty Uses for Tomatoes
Tomatoes rarely come up in conversation unless I’m ordering a salad or veggie burger. But after senior style editor Ellie asked me about the beauty benefits of the juicy red fruit, I’ve discovered more than enough reasons to make it a part of my daily routine. It turns out that tomatoes contain vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that… Read more
5 Supplements to Help Prevent Breast Cancer
Every year in October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is celebrated. And, according to Dr. J.E. Williams, raising more money for research, the primary purpose of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), does little to help an individual woman’s daily effort to prevent cancer. The fact that BCAM is a pharmaceutical industry marketing campaign calls in question research motives.… Read more
Natural Ways to Boost Your Immunity for Fall
Cold and flu season is approaching, and the sooner you begin your immune-boosting regimen, the better your chances of staying vibrant and healthy all year long. We all know the commonsense measures: Get enough sleep, practice good hygiene and healthy stress reduction, eat lots of fruits and vegetables, and take immune-boosting supplements. Some Ways to… Read more
5 Ideas To Celebrate National Organic Harvest Month
September has been designated as National Organic Harvest Month™. It’s a great time to discover – or rediscover — the many benefits that organic products and agriculture have to offer you, your family, and the planet. Check with your local organic retailers to learn more about National Organic Harvest Month™. In the meantime, consider these five… Read more
5 Delicious Ways to Add Chia Seeds to Your Diet
You’ve likely heard about the amazing health benefits of chia seeds. You may have even wondered if they are as good as they sound. Well, they aren’t – they’re even better! First used by Aztecs in Central America more than 4,000 years ago, this versatile super seed is an excellent source of fiber, which helps improve digestion,… Read more