Performing a deep breathing exercise is a great way to encourage your health. Not only is it all-natural and effective, but it's free to do any time you want. Benefits of Deep Breathing Reduces stress Relaxes the muscles Clears the mind Increases oxygen levels in the body Deep Breathing Exercise: How-To A deep breathing exercise is simple and easy. Inhale deeply and slowly (over a span of about 4 seconds) through your nose. Hold it for a count of 16 seconds. Exhale through your mouth (over a span of about […]
The kidneys are among the most important organs in the human body. The kidneys help to detox and filter impurities from the blood, pulling waste products out and regulating fluid balance. They shunt unnecessary nutrients, excess water, and toxins to the bladder for elimination as urine. Kidney stones form when the kidneys are not able to process and excrete waste, excess minerals, and toxins and crystals of unprocessed minerals begin to develop. Kidney stones, if they’re large enough, may cause tearing and pain, some even block urine flow.[1] (more…)
The results of a 2010 study by Swiss scientists at the University Hospitals of Geneva and Lausanne shows strong evidence that children and young adults who suffer from inflammatory bowel disorders, such as Crohn's and ulcerative colitis, are at an increased risk of fracturing bones [1]. How Does IBD Affect Young Bones? Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammation that can devastate the entire gastrointestinal tract. IBD causes severe pain and discomfort and, in many cases, causes permanent damage to sensitive digestive tissue which prevents proper absorption of essential […]
What Are Probiotics? Probiotics are beneficial forms of gut bacteria that help stimulate the natural enzymes and processes that keep our digestive organs functioning properly. For these live bacteria to keep you healthy, you have to keep them healthy. There are two ways to do this, and I recommend a combination of both — take probiotic supplements and eat probiotic foods. You can also take probiotics that contain prebiotics. We all know the great health benefits of probiotics, however, not all of us know how to take advantage of these […]