Well Being Articles

Calories are a confusing subject. Some people rely solely on counting them, while others ignore them completely and focus on simply eating healthy foods. Regardless of whether you count them or not, the calories you eat do matter.

As climate change continues to impact our daily lives more, heat-related injuries are also on the rise. They can range from a nuisance to deadly. In this world, understanding how to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke is increasingly important.

Shiitake is an edible mushroom that has been grown and used in Asian countries such as Thai, Japanese, Chinese, and Korea for thousands of years; dating back to prehistoric times. It was highly regarded as a medicinal food to treat illnesses

Asparagus dates back to ancient times and was often used medicinally as a diuretic. The oldest known book of food recipes dates back to the third century; asparagus is found in that book. It was said to be grown by ancient Greeks, Egyptians, and Romans.

Got indigestion? If you are like over four billion people worldwide, the problem could be milk and dairy products. Here is the rundown on how to tell if lactose intolerance is a problem for you.

Training frequency is a tricky business. Common logic might suggest that more training equals better results, but this definitely isn’t always the case. The key for any female wanting to get great gains is to manipulate frequency as needed.

You eat the right foods, plan your meal times to a tee, focus on fresh, natural produce and avoid junk food like the plague. Yet something’s missing – portion sizes. Without the correct serving sizes, all your hard work could be going to waste.

Research shows that laughter can benefit your mental and physical health in some surprising ways. Here are six reasons laughter is no joke. This April Fool's Day, remember that you are never too old to enjoy some good laughter!

Don't let yourself get bored this summer! Stay active with fun, family-friendly outdoor activities that you can enjoy all summer long. We've listed several tips and ideas for you and the family to enjoy your summer outdoors this year.

Stretching is a vital component of any workout routine. Stretching improves flexibility, mobility, and helps to prevent injuries and relieve soreness. But it can be confusing knowing what to stretch and when. Read on to find out more.