NAD is quite a hot topic lately. NAD stands for Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, which is a coenzyme that is found is all living cells and plays a crucial role in energy production, DNA Repair, and cellular health. Not surprising, if you feel you’ve experienced signs of what we call, ‘aging’, in the form of having…
DetailsOur pets are our family. As our family members, we want to ensure they are healthy and free from harm. One of the ways we can care for our pets is by paying attention to their overall health. How can we care for their eyes? Do regular eye checks- look for signs of redness, excessive…
DetailsIt’s Valentine’s Day, and whether you choose celebrate or believe it’s just a Hallmark holiday that’s not worth the time, it’s a day that is meant to remind us to ‘love’. Love, whether romantic, platonic, familial, or self-love, has a profound effect on our heart, emotionally and physically. The more we learn about health, the…
DetailsIf you have spent any amount of time in the city you live in, then you might understand what it means to be connected to where you live. It plays a vital role in our physical, social, and mental health. If you live somewhere where you don’t know anyone and have not found the means…
DetailsJoint pain affects over 350 million people worldwide that includes osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions. The symptoms range from mild to severe and can become debilitating over time if not treated or managed carefully. Here are some things you can do to help minimize or manage the pain associated with your joints. Physical activity-…
DetailsMindfulness is the practice of bringing one’s attention to the present moment with an intention of openness and without judgment. Rather than letting thoughts of the past and future race through your mind, it is the awareness of what is happening right now. This can be intimidating, especially as we go into a new year.…
DetailsDo you have gut issues? We were fortunate to sit down with Dr. Ken Brown, Functional Gastroenterologist, from Plano, Texas. As a functional doctor, he focuses on preventing disease as opposed to treating disease. He’s dedicated over 20 years of his practice to specializing in inflammatory bowl disease and irritable bowl syndrome. He also developed…
DetailsThanksgiving is a time to come together with loved ones and celebrate. We often indulge and consume more than we’re accustomed to eating on a daily basis. It can be an opportunity to make healthier choices both physically and mentally while still ejoying this special holiday. Here are some tips for a healthier Thanksgiving: Before…
DetailsSome say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Some say to skip breakfast and hold out until you’re really hungry, as intermittent fasting (cycling between periods of eating and fasting) has shown to have many health benefits. Traditional diets often focus on what you eat, where intermittent fasting is primarily concerned with…
DetailsIt’s National COPD Month, which means bringing awareness to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a progressive lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. COPD is often caused by long-term exposure to lung irritants, like smoking or pollutants. Conditions includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. We encourage prevention, which includes refraining from smoking and protecting yourself against…
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