Yellow and juicy, with sometimes sour and sometimes bitter-sweet taste, fresh aroma and amazing properties. Lemon, the fruit of the citrus family, is associated with many different uses in our everyday life, because it is not only used for cooking and desserts, but also as a disinfectant-cleanser, as an aromatic ingredient in beauty products and perfumes, and also as a therapeutic medicine. But are they really as beneficial as they are touted? The answer is yes and a lot of them.
The widespread use of lemons has led to confusion about their nutritional value, with many wellness techniques circulating around…
Peppermint for the morning, lavender for the evening, myrrh for all hours, but sparingly. If you have low energy levels and feel lethargic, try adding essential oils to your daily routine. They have a beneficial effect on the mood, act as anxiolytics and stimulate you, even for a short period of time.
Do you feel the fatigue that overwhelms you during the day and prevents you from meeting your daily obligations? Are your energy levels down? Do you drink coffee and other tonic drinks, but they only give you energy for a short time? After you have had a checkup,…
Douglas and Pitkin counties are the healthiest in Colorado for the fifth year in a row, while people living in Otero and Bent counties have the shortest and sickest lives.
The annual health rankings compiled by the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute attempt to grade counties across the country on two areas: health outcomes and the factors that influence health.
The ranking of counties’ health outcomes combines years of potential life lost from residents dying before age 75; the percentage of people reporting poor health; and the percentage of babies born too small. It correlates strongly with how prosperous…
Share on PinterestRecent research provides growing evidence that the Mediterranean diet can improve key aspects of health and increase longevity. FreshSplash/Getty Images
The Mediterranean diet has been named the top diet by US News & World Report for six consecutive years.
Experts say the diet, which prioritizes produce, lean or plant-based proteins, and healthy fats, deserves praise.
A growing body of evidence suggests that the diet has a large number of potential health benefits.
The Mediterranean diet has been named No. 1 on the US News & World Report’s Best Diets for the last six years and health experts say…
This One Pot Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese is rich, extra creamy, and loaded with so much incredible flavor! Easily made in just 30 minutes for a cozy weekend dinner the whole family will love!
It doesn’t get much better than rich and creamy macaroni and cheese on a cozy fall day, but did you know this dish is loaded with a whole pound of butternut squash?! Not only does butternut squash add such a delicious flavor to this mac and cheese, but it gives this dish such a beautiful golden color and makes the sauce extra silky smooth and…
This Slow Cooker Butternut Squash and Farro Chili is hearty, healthy and loaded with seasonal veggies, tender farro, protein-packed beans, and cozy spices all simmered together in a delicious broth for the perfect fall meal!
Is there anything better than a simmering pot of warm, hearty chili to satisfy your hunger on a lazy fall weekend?? No. I didn’t think so. It truly is my favorite thing during the colder months – especially THIS recipe for slow cooker butternut squash and farro chili! You guys, the flavors in this chili are incredible and my kitchen smells absolutely amazing all day…
Share on PinterestExercise is one of the key components of a heart-healthy lifestyle. SolStock/Getty Images
Researchers say people who follow the Life Essential 8 recommendations tend to have healthier cardiovascular systems and live longer.
The eight recommended lifestyle elements include a healthy diet, regular exercise, weight management, and low cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Researchers say adopting these daily habits can help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, cancer, and dementia.
Adults who live a heart-healthy lifestyle and have scores at the higher end of the American Heart Association’s Life Essentials 8 cardiovascular heart chart tends to live longer…
Share on PinterestA study found that heart-healthy lifestyle habits described in the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8, such as physical activity and quality sleep, are associated with a longer lifespan and more years spent free of chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cancer. urbazon/Getty Images
The American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 is a concept that defines cardiovascular health based on four modifiable behaviors, such as physical activity and sleep, and four modifiable biometric measures, such as weight, blood glucose, and blood lipid levels, that impact cardiovascular health.
The composite cardiovascular health score measured using the aforementioned…