You Might Want To Consider Being a ‘Locavore.’

I try my best to provide healthy, plant-forward dinners for my husband and 15-month-old son as much as possible. It’s not always easy, and I know many people can relate to this whether they are cooking just for themselves or their families. My biggest struggle is falling into a rut (really, broccoli again?!) or not knowing what to cook for dinner (enter feeling defeated and succumbing to take-out).

Kirstie Alley’s Colon Cancer Was Recently Discovered Before Her Death. Be Proactive With Home Screenings.

It seems like every month I learn about yet another person being diagnosed with or passing from colorectal cancer. This cancer, which is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States according to the American Cancer Society, is also affecting many younger people.

There Are 5 Days Left of 2022. 10 Ways To Be Proactive.

Now is the time that so many people throw their hands up and say, “Forget it. I will wait until the new year to start healthier habits.” Then, when the new year arrives, those resolutions often don’t stick. Reportedly, research has shown that 91 percent of Americans will not achieve their new year’s resolutions!

If You Are Older, Home Blood Pressure Checks Can Be Life-Saving

Unless you have been living under a rock, you know that Beyoncé’s song ‘Cuff It’ has taken the world by storm. And speaking of cuffs (albeit not in a manner that is as sexy and cool as Beyoncé), a recent study found evidence suggesting that basic blood pressure cuffs are just as effective as newer, more advanced devices for monitoring blood pressure at home.

Woman Dies of Liver Failure After Taking Herbal Supplements. We Must Supplement Safely

Depending on how you take them, supplements can be one of the best or worst tools in your proactive healthcare regimen. For example, I eat a very nutrient-rich, mainly plant-based diet, however, I am still very prone to having a vitamin C and alpha-lipoic deficiency. Fortunately, through routine nutrient testing and taking the proper supplements per the advice of my doctor, I am able to avoid these nutrient deficiencies (as I was unable to in the past when I was not taking supplements). Since taking supplements, I have more energy, sleep better and experience less aches and pains.

Lymphatic Drainage May Help Us Be Proactive in a ‘Tridemic’

The importance of our lymphatic system is frequently overlooked, but understanding the important role it plays in maintaining the immune system is critical -especially during this 'tridemic.' A strong immune system will usually reduce or eliminate the impact of viruses and infections.

African Americans Have Higher Rates of Diabetes, And Vitamin D May Be a Key Player in This

Back in 2020 at the height of the pandemic, actor and filmmaker Tyler Perry encouraged African Americans to increase their intake of vitamin D. Through social media, where Perry has millions of followers, he stressed that although it is not a cure for COVID-19, taking a vitamin D supplement may help fight the virus. He shared that his vitamin D level was low and said that this is actually common in Black people.

For Some, pH Labs Has Been Life-Changing. See Some Of Our Client Feedback.

I am so passionate about the work we do and services we offer at pH Labs, because good health really is the greatest wealth. For me, there is nothing more rewarding than seeing what our clients have to say about their experiences with us and how their health and wellness has improved. Take a look for yourself:

Health Grades for Thanksgiving Recipes Popular on TikTok. Here’s To a Healthier Holiday!

‘TikTok made me do it,’ is a popular phrase these days whether it’s an excuse for buying too many clothes on Amazon or trying out the latest gadget that went viral on this highly influential social media platform. It’s no surprise that people are turning to TikTok for Thanksgiving recipe ideas this year. I came across a recent article called ‘25 Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes That TikTok Users Are Freaking Out Over.’

November is National Healthy Skin Month. Let’s Celebrate By Being Proactive.

The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) has declared the month of November as National Healthy Skin Month®. Our skin is a very important organ. It is the body’s largest organ, and its main function is to provide protection against elements such as bacteria, chemicals and temperature.

Vacation Should Never End In Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. We Must Be Proactive.

As a ‘young-ish’ woman who travels a lot with a very young child (I am 37-years-old and have a 14-month-old), the recent deaths of three young people due to carbon monoxide poisoning while staying at an Airbnb rental in Mexico City where they were vacationing really hit me hard.

Don’t Let a B12 Deficiency Make Your Plant-Based Diet Damaging

Her motivation for becoming a vegetarian was to be healthier. Her failure to evaluate her nutrients such as B12 may have led to her becoming unhealthy.