Acne and other inflammatory skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema are influenced by a number of factors including diet and other lifestyle choices. Dealing with acne can be painful, frustrating and even debilitating. However, don’t lose hope! By finding the right balance of diet, lifestyle, nutrition and treatment, you can manage this condition and have… Continue Reading
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7 Dark Greens for Extraordinary Health
According to the latest health statistics, most of us need to increase our fruit and vegetable intake, and dark leafy greens in particular. Far from just a cliché, dark leafy greens are true superfoods that pack a powerful nutrient punch. 3 Reasons to Add Dark Greens to Your Diet While celebrating all things… Continue Reading
Do this One Simple Thing to Lose Weight
Are you tired of counting calories or measuring food in your quest to lose weight? Do you feel confused about what foods to avoid and which macronutrients to eat? Do you find that eating healthy is difficult? You’re not alone. Whether you’re trying to lose weight or eat healthier this summer, you can… Continue Reading
Lentil & Turkey Sausage Soup
Download PDF of Recipe About 6-8 Servings Ingredients: Olive oil 1 turkey sausage (regular or hot flavor) 1 medium onion 2 cloves of garlic 1 stick celery 1 red bell pepper (core & seeds removed) 1 cup cubed carrots 2 cups dry lentils 48 Fl. oz vegetable broth 1 14.5 oz. can diced… Continue Reading
The Fiber 4-1-1: What It Does, Why You Should Eat It & How to Get More in Your Diet
A good diet starts with including foods that are rich in nutrients, vitamins and fiber. Women should be consuming about 25 grams of fiber per day and men should be consuming 38 grams. Wait, but what is fiber? How do I get fiber into my diet? What does fiber do for you? Fiber… Continue Reading
Recipe: Chocolate Superfood Smoothie
Do the words “chocolate” and “spinach” sound like two you’d rather not mix? Not anymore. This quick and easy superfood smoothie will satisfy your chocolate fix, deliver a heaping helping of greens and leave your taste buds none the wiser! Blended with probiotic yogurt and calcium-rich almond milk, this smoothie transforms into a unique morning treat with… Continue Reading
What Is the Best Meal Replacement for Weight Loss?
Are you looking for a meal replacement to help you lose weight? With so many “miracle” weight loss products out there, will a meal replacement really help you shed those extra pounds? The answer is yes! A high-quality meal replacement is one of your greatest weight loss allies. That’s because multiple studies have found… Continue Reading
How to Make a Great Tasting Green Smoothie
Yvette La-Garde Well Blog Editor, VitaMedica According to a new government report, only about one in ten Americans eats enough fruits and vegetables. Are you like the vast majority of adults who aren’t getting enough of these nutritious foods? This is dismal news given that you need to eat just 1 1/2 cups… Continue Reading
Top 10 Tips for Digestive Health
Digestive problems are among the top health complaints in America today. Diet, travel, stress, illness, aging and the use of antibiotics all contribute to an imbalance or “dysbiosis” of the intestinal tract leading to gastrointestinal upset. By making a few simple lifestyle changes, you can prevent these digestive problems from occurring. For best results,… Continue Reading
Top 10 Tips On Slimming Down For Good
Whether you’re looking to maintain a healthy weight or to shed those extra pounds and keep them off, with the overload of information and misinformation out there, it can be very difficult to know the right steps to take. The good news is that it is never too late to improve your health and wellbeing… Continue Reading