You may have heard about calcium’s role in strengthening bones, but how many of us know about phosphorus’ contribution to bone health? It may come as a surprise that 85% of phosphorus in the body is found in your bones and teeth. You heard right! …

Weight loss is one of the most challenging things to do in life. Many people think the challenge is all physical; but if you look closer, there are a lot of mental challenges that come along with it. For instance, exercising on a daily basis can be hard, especially if…

Did you know that extreme heat kills more than 600 people in the United States each year? What’s more, it puts others at risk of heat-related illness, especially adults aged 65 and older and those with chronic medical conditions. Extreme heat is defined as summertime temperatures that are much hotter…

Did you know that every year, the United States throws away nearly 40 percent of its food? That adds up to more than $160 billion wasted per year! There’s nothing worse than being forced to toss perfectly good produce, dairy, or meat just because it was stored in an improper…

What’s your diet like? Do you feel like you’re eating too many sweets? You don’t need to stuff candy down your throat every minute to be getting your sugar fix for the day. That could come in so many other ways. Did you know that over 11% of the U.S…

Hey! Do you know what I plan on eating today? For breakfast, it’s gonna be cinnamon rolls doused in whipped cream, some bacon, and an iced frappuccino… A big steak, fries, and a chocolate pastry for lunch… And for dinner…… Dude! Hold on!! You have been eating garbage all week…

Do you want to get rid of belly fat? Lucky for you it’s a common weight loss goal, and for good reason. The type of fat around your midsection is called abdominal fat and is a particularly nasty type of fat that can lead to all sorts of issues like…

Vitamin B12 is a crucial nutrient that is necessary for the proper functioning of the nervous system, the formation of red blood cells, and the synthesis of DNA. A deficiency of this vitamin can cause a variety of symptoms that can range from mild to severe. …

I hear you’re trying to get in shape. I also hear that you’re way too busy. Is your hectic schedule getting in the way of your gym time? Don’t worry about it. There are plenty of things you can do to lose weight without getting that hour of cardio each…