Most people know that aerobic exercise is good for you and good for your brain, but what about strength training for improved brain functi...

One of the most controversial topics in wellness is the topic of alcoholic beverages and whether or not they can be helpful or harmful.   ...

Everyone knows that exercise improves your physical health, but what is less well known is how powerful exercise can be to prevent and tre...

The short answer is no – fat does not get transformed into muscle.      Fat and muscle are two different tissues.     You can increase mus...

Many people may not realize it but kitchens are chock full of bacteria – particularly if you do not use proper food handling techniques.  ...

Honey is an amazing substance – especially when you consider how it is made by bees. It is a complex mixture of sugar, trace enzymes, mine...

We all know that eating too much food, and particularly unhealthy food, is bad for us.     At the same time so many people find it...

Watermelon is a summertime favorite across America, but it does not just taste great – it is great for you!   It is a cousin of cucumbers,...

Everyone has habits, and understanding them is key to changing bad habits to good ones (see this previous blogpost to understand how habit...

Yes - you heard that right - stress is actually critical to health and fitness!    The body is specifically designed to be responsive and ad...