Over the last year, sleep became a bit of a national obsession, with the trend showing no signs of slowing down in 2019. Time and time again, experts emphasize the importance of routinely getting a good night’s rest, and considering that one third of Americans aren’t getting enough regular sleep, according to a 2016 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the trend doesn’t exactly come as a surprise. But for many people, the quest for a good night’s sleep involves some kind of sleep aid, whether that’s good sleep hygiene, exercise, melatonin, or cannabidiol — aka, CBD. If you’re interested in potentially trying out a new sleep aid, it’s worth understanding how melatonin and CBD differ when it comes to helping you sleep.Read more
Nutrition
CALMING TEA
Take a moment and sip this calming concoction that uses soothing herbs.
Mix one teaspoon of the following herbs:
* Whole chamomile flowers
* Dried spearmint leaves
* Dried hops
* Honey or Stevia
Add all the herbs and bring to boil, simmer for 5 minutes. Strain into a mug or cup and serve, sweetening with honey or stevia. Enjoy!
LEMON BALM TEA
Lemon Balm Tea can be used for a variety of ailments including fatigue, cold sores, and digestive issues.
Mix equal parts:
* Nettle
* Raspberry leaf
* Oat tops
* Lemon balm with 1/4 part each of cut-and sifted licorice and ginger.
Enjoy!
EATING ALMONDS, PISTACHIOS & WALNUTS
The latest study on the health effects of eating almonds, pistachios, walnuts and other tree nuts shows that individuals who eat one ounce a week of these varieties have a seven percent lower risk of developing metabolic syndrome. Continue reading
VITAMIN D
The older you are, the better the chance that you’re running low on vitamin D. We’ve long known that “D” is essential for strong bones, and recent studies have linked low levels to Alzheimer’s disease, high blood pressure, psoriasis, several autoimmune diseases (including multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis), and as many as 18 different cancers. Continue reading
PROBIOTICS EFFECTS BRAIN FUNCTION
UCLA researchers now have the first evidence that bacteria ingested in food can affect brain function in humans. In an early proof-of-concept study of healthy women, they found that women who regularly consumed beneficial bacteria known as probiotics through yogurt showed altered brain function, both while in a resting state and in response to an emotion-recognition task. Continue reading
A HEARTBURN-FREE THANKSGIVING
If you think heartburn and Thanksgiving always go together, think again. Choosing the right foods and being careful not to overeat can put you well on your way to a heartburn-free holiday. Continue reading