“For the 65% of Americans affected by lactose intolerance, symptoms can appear anywhere from immediately after eating dairy products to three hours later, when digestion has begun. Some people may even feel the effects of lactose intolerance days after eating the problem food.” https://www.afpafitness.com/blog/how-to-combat-lactose-intolerance-the-best-alternatives-to-dairy It can be challenging to get enough calcium in your diet if you have to eat […]
Read moreInflammation is never a good thing for our bodies. Here is an article from Harvard Medical School with some helpful tips for taking down inflammation in the body. Remember that more fruits and vegetables and less processed food is always the best strategy for any health issue! http://www.health.harvard.edu/family-health-guide/what-you-eat-can-fuel-or-cool-inflammation-a-key-driver-of-heart-disease-diabetes-and-other-chronic-conditions
Read moreMagnesium is said to help prevent and relieve headache symptoms. If you suffer from migraines or any other headaches on a regular basis, you might want to look into taking Mag-Tab SR. This supplement is said to release slower throughout the day. Here is the website- https://shop.magtabsr.com/ Another natural way to fight migraines is with a daily dose of ginger. […]
Read moreStudies have shown that eating grapes helps to reduce inflammation in the body while also restoring gut bacteria. Further analysis is providing us with more evidence about the polyphenols in grapes and their many benefits. There is a link to one of the studies in this article. Grapes are an easy snack to pack, you can add them to your […]
Read moreAugust is national watermelon month. The cost of watermelon is low at this time of year! Here is an article encouraging everyone with another reason to enjoy watermelon! http://www.dole.com/en/Articles/national-watermelon-month
Read moreWatermelon is a great post exercise snack. It helps relieve post workout pain. Read this short article to find out more about the benefits of eating watermelon! http://www.dole.com/Articles/Watermelon_for_Women
Read moreThere are so many reasons why we should include blueberries in our daily diets. Here is an article about the new study linking blueberries to the list of foods associated with helping to combat depression and PTSD. Blueberries May Benefit Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder July is National Blueberry Month and we have so many reasons to celebrate! Already known for their […]
Read moreHere is an article from American Fitness Professionals that will encourage you to take control of your blood sugar levels. The second article will help you to better understand blood sugar levels. https://www.afpafitness.com/blog/how-to-take-control-and-optimize-your-blood-sugar-levels Blood sugar 101- https://www.afpafitness.com/blog/blood-sugar-101
Read moreIf you are struggling with allergies and you are not sure what foods may be causing your discomfort, here is a workbook that might help you self diagnose. The Elimination Diet requires hard work. You will need to be very careful with what you eat and you need to document what you consume. The hard work will pay off once […]
Read moreAyurveda and Chinese medicine have used adaptogen superherbs for centuries. Here is a list of some adaptogen superherbs that help to fight stress and strengthen the body. https://www.afpafitness.com/blog/7-adaptogen-superherbs-to-fight-stress-improve-performance
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