The job of the heart is to pump blood throughout the entire body. As the heart beats, it creates a force. The force the heart creates as it pushes blood against the walls of the blood vessels is known as blood pressure. Blood pressure is recorded with two numbers. The top number, or systolic number, is the amount of pressure forced against the arteries when blood is pumped out of the heart. The bottom number, or diastolic number, is the pressure pushed against the arteries when the heart muscle relaxes. A normal blood pressure is lower than 120/80. read more...

You’ve heard it before and you’ll hear it again. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast helps jump start your metabolism and prevents you from snacking until your next meal. If you are like some individuals, your excuse may be you don’t have time or you just don’t like breakfast foods.  Try lemon and blueberry pancakes. They are packed with anti-oxidants and taste great. Eat them for breakfast, a light lunch or a snack. read more...

Commercial hair products can be harsh on your hair and may not always do everything they promise to do. Shampoos are available for colored, straight, dry, oily, thick, thin, curly, blonde, brunette, redhead and more. The shampoo isle can become confusing and expensive. Instead try a natural shampoo remedy. These shampoos can even be made by ingredients you likely already have in your house. read more...

Staying warm this winter can be a sweet experience. Warm up with a spicy-cup of hot chocolate. Research indicates that chocolate in small quantities is good for heart health.  This spicy drink can also help to boost your metabolism. read more...

Health professionals began giving weight loss injections in the 1960s, using human chorionic gonadotrop to curb the appetite of dieters. Human chorionic gonadotropin — or HCG — is a hormone that is found in pregnant women, which allows women to metabolize nutrients. HCG is commonly used as a weight loss injection because it allows women to eat a low-calorie diet and drop pounds quickly. In order to obtain HCG, you must consult your doctor. read more...

A majority of exercises today are designed to fit in with the modern world and the needs of busy individuals who want to stay active. Natural exercise aims at assisting natural and efficient breathing, improves blood and lymph circulation, eliminates toxins, maintains mobility in joints, strengthens muscles, improves natural skin tone, releases tension and assists in mental relaxation. read more...

Food is the best way to get all the vital minerals, vitamins and nutrients our bodies need. For instance, you can find vitamin A in sweet potatoes, iron in spinach and vitamin C in grapefruit. This vitamins help to boost your immune system and make up for the not-so-healthy foods we may eat. The only problem is your body may not absorb all these vital vitamins and minerals effectively. This is were food-based supplements come in. Supplements made with real food are more easily absorbed by the body. read more...

Without a doubt, life is hectic these days. With work, family life, finances and attempting to have a social life, we are all busy. It seems like we do not have time to take care of ourselves much of the time. Environmental toxin, poor diets and stress can really take a toll on our bodies. Sepia is a natural substance that is used to boost the immune system. Sepia can be found in cuttlefish. A cuttlefish releases sepia when it feels it is in danger. The sepia ink is collected, diluted in sugar milk and used. read more...

Soy contains large amounts of proteins as well as exclusive amino acids. Soy also contains calcium, magnesium and other vital minerals that are essential to functioning of your body. Soy is also known to benefit many health related ailments. read more...

In with the new and out with the old. The new year is often a time when people make resolutions. Many individual’s make resolutions to improve their health and fitness. The year 2011 may be the year to incorporate natural health into your routine. Make a New Year’s resolution you can keep. read more...