Your heart isn’t only responsible for the beat in your chest, it's also the rockstar behind every breath you take. Our steady companion beats over 100,000 times per day, guiding thousands of gallons of blood to every corner of our bodies. This constant flow acts like a nurturing stream, carrying [...]
Your heart beats around 2.5 billion times over the average lifespan, pumping blood and transporting oxygen throughout your body. Its responsibilities are far-reaching, so making sure it's in great shape is an essential part of your overall wellbeing. Why is maintaining a healthy heart important? Whether it's your desires or [...]
Collagen is a type of protein that is found in the connective tissue and bones - it's the foundation for healthy skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, muscles and joints. Although collagen supplements can be frequently found in the women's hair and skin section of health food stores, its benefits apply to [...]
Health seeker, did you know that 20 to 40% of the population will visit their healthcare practitioner for symptoms of chest pain at some point in their lifetime? Are you having a heart attack… or is it angina? Or maybe it’s *only* heartburn, and while that’s still a really uncomfortable [...]
When you hear the word 'cholesterol' -- what does it make you think of? Does it spark fear, concern or just confusion? We’ve been told for years to keep our cholesterol levels in check and avoid certain foods that are high in cholesterol - hello bacon! It’s no wonder that [...]
As a woman, are you committed to living a heart-healthy lifestyle? While we might think of older men when we hear “heart problems”, research tells us it’s time for women to look after their hearts, too. According to the Heart Research Institute, heart disease is the number one cause of [...]
The holiday season is here! The days are filled with hustle and bustle to get organized, presents purchased, house cleaned, food prepped, attend social gatherings and orchestrate who will host dinner on Christmas Day. You might not feel your blood pressure rising during all of the hustle and bustle -- [...]
From digesting food to impacting your immunity, cognitive health, and beyond, your gut has a say in it all. Learn about the trillions of bacteria and other microbes that live inside of you and how balancing your gut microbiome can help you achieve better health.