Symptoms Fatigue is the most common symptom of people who have low levels of vitamin B12. But fatigue by itself can be a sign of almost any health condition — or just that you haven’t been sleeping enough! Other signs of B12 deficiency include confusion, cognitive impairment, unsteady gait, numbness, tingling and fatigue. Most people […]
The digestive system is a group of organs responsible for the conversion of food into nutrients and energy needed by the body. In humans, the digestive system consists of the mouth, oesophagus, stomach and small & large intestines. The digestive tube made up by these organs is known as the alimentary canal. Several glands – […]
Building a strong immune system goes hand in hand with building good health. Good nutrition is the foundation of good health. It is the fuel that feeds all our systems that keep us safe and help us live long active lives. Ask yourself are you giving your body the fuel it loves for top performance […]
7 Things To Help Combat Stress We often have no control of what life throws at us. What we do have control of is how we react to it. Easier said than done? maybe not. if we start to take care of our body and mind by making one some steps to change our physical […]
The circulatory system is a vast network of organs and vessels that is responsible for the flow of blood, nutrients, hormones, oxygen and other gases to and from cells. Without the circulatory system, the body would not be able to fight disease or maintain a stable internal environment — such as proper temperature and pH […]
Astoundingly, even small amounts of dark chocolate polyphenols, 30 mg a day or the amount found in a quarter bar of premium dark chocolate, may protect against high blood pressure, according to an 18-week study published this year in JAMA, the flagship publication of the American Medical Association.8 In individuals with mildly elevated blood pressure […]
Introduction Facts About The Cardiovascular System The cardiovascular system includes the heart, blood vessels and blood, and is vital for fighting diseases and maintaining homeostasis (proper temperature and pH balance). The system’s main function is to transport blood, nutrients, gases and hormones to and from the cells throughout the body. Here are 11 fun, interesting and […]
Powerful Polyphenols As with all antioxidants, a polyphenol deficiency can lead to excess oxidative stress, which causes cellular ageing. In the long term, this increases the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases and certain types of cancer. Recent compelling evidence reveals that a powerful way to protect ageing arteries is to consume more […]
Do you have high triglyceride levels? If you do, you’re hardly alone. Overall, more than a third of adults in the U.S. have high triglyceride levels, a type of fat in the blood. Although it’s a common problem, many of us don’t know the first thing about high triglyceride . Studies have consistently linked high […]
Fat-free, no-fat, and low-fat lies have ruled how we’ve eaten, or tried to eat, for decades. But I’m here to let you know it’s all hogwash! The truth of the matter is, I can think of at least 7 reasons why we need to eat fat! And by fat, I mean the healthy kind, from […]
