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Coconut Oil – Health Benefits and Uses
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on August 1, 2016
The health benefits of coconut oil include improving digestion, promoting healthy weight management, improving immunity, and much more. Coconut oil is an excellent source of nutrition providing many health benefits with its antioxidant properties. This natural resource also has antimicrobial, antibacterial, and antifungal properties making coconut oil the perfect addition to any household pantry. Learn […]
Read MoreEating Healthy Fats to Lose Weight
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on July 5, 2016
According to Dr. Mark Hyman, author of Eat Fat, Get Thin, eating the right type of fat can help you get lean and healthy. People have been told for years that saturated fats are bad and vegetable oils are good….Wrong! Our bodies need fat for growth development and cell functions, transporting vitamins, and forming essential […]
Read MoreYour Detoxification Organ: The Liver
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on July 1, 2016
The liver is your body’s primary organ for detoxification. Detoxification is the process of removing poisonous substances such as pesticides, alcohol, microorganisms, and other contaminants from your body. Your liver is able to neutralize and eliminate toxins in two phases: the first phase transforms substances to make them less harmful and the second phase attaches […]
Read MoreThe Best Sugar: Blackstrap Molasses!
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on June 27, 2016
Is your sugar helping or hurting your health? Both molasses and refined sugar come from the sugar beet or sugarcane, yet molasses has the lowest sugar content of any sugar cane product. Molasses is derived from the same source as refined sugar so many of us have assumed that it, like white sugar, should be […]
Read MoreDIY | How to make Natural Homemade Sunscreen
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on June 24, 2016
Summer is the time for going to the beach, sightseeing, playing outside in the sun, and traveling. When you plan on spending many hours in the sun, have young children, or take medication that increases sunburn risk, you’ll want to use a natural form of sunscreen. Store-bought sunscreen can be packed full of toxic chemicals, […]
Read More7 Easy Habits To Fight Acidity Everyday
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on June 21, 2016
Do you feel tired even after a good night’s rest? Do you feel sluggish or lethargic? Your body could be overly acidic. High acidity levels cause damage to your body and the average American is consuming too many acid-forming foods on a daily basis. Increasing your intake of fruits, nuts, legumes and vegetables will help boost […]
Read More5 Reasons You’re Always Tired
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on June 17, 2016
Do you feel exhausted or sluggish throughout the day, despite getting plenty of sleep? A solid eight hours of sleep is not always the cure for fatigue. Simple lifestyle habits could be to blame for your lack of energy. If your bad habits are causing you to feel tired then you’re in luck because you […]
Read More10 Signs of Magnesium Deficiency
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on June 13, 2016
Alcohol abuse, regular coffee consumption, medication and high-stress levels can contribute to a magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is a mineral that helps provide strength to your bones, prevents kidney stones, normalizes blood pressure and much more. Soil depletion, the removal of nutrients from the soil of which food is grown, is another contributor of magnesium depletion. […]
Read MoreTop 5 Yoga Poses for Busy Moms and Babies
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on June 9, 2016
After having a baby many moms are eager to resume their regular yoga routine. Prenatal yoga was great and all but there’s nothing like having your body to yourself again. Now that your little yogi has arrived he or she can help you resume your normal yoga routine. Practicing yoga with your baby will teach […]
Read More8 Tips for Eating Healthy on a Budget
Posted by Dr. Della Parker on June 3, 2016
You motivate yourself to fill the pantry with healthy foods, drive to the store ready to fill your shopping cart, then all of a sudden you see the expensive prices on the healthy food items and lose your momentum. It can be difficult to eat healthy when you’re working with a limited budget. Pick up […]
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