Because we have 5 chickens, I am always looking for recipes that use eggs. This is one of our favorites! We feed our chickens DHA-enriched feed to increase the DHA content of their yolks. I recommend buying DHA-enriched eggs if you can. DHA is an essential omega-3 fatty acid that is often deficient in our […]
According to medical literature, there are more than 150 different types of headaches that exist1. Thankfully, only a handful of them are common. Here are four extremely common headaches along with their symptoms, side effects, and a few treatment options. Tension headaches Tension, or stress, headaches are the most common type of headaches in adults2. They’re usually […]
The nervous system is a complex network of nerves and cells that carry messages to and from the brain and spinal cord to various parts of the body. It allows us to process information from the outside world and keeps our bodies safe from harm. In animals, the nervous system is made up of two main […]
For those of you struggling with lunch ideas, here’s another recipe for you! This Thai Cashew Chicken Salad is one of my favorites and if you have meal prepped earlier in the week and already have your quinoa cooked it only takes a few minutes to throw together. Thai Cashew Chicken Salad: 1 cup coleslaw […]
Flexibility refers to the range of movement in a joint. A moderate amount of flexibility lets us perform our day-to-day activities with relative ease. Walking down the stairs, getting out of bed, picking up the kids or even sitting down all require a certain amount of flexibility. Teenagers and young adults are naturally blessed with […]
If you are an athlete, you know you want to avoid concussions at all costs. Though concussions are specifically common among athletes, anyone can experience one. Concussions can occur due to a bad fall, a car accident, or a simply blow to the head. Though concussions are serious, it is possible to not realize you […]
Headaches are a common symptom during pregnancy, usually starting in the first trimester. And if you’ve rarely experienced headaches prior, you may be at a loss wondering how to get rid of them. Since there are many common headache medications to avoid while pregnant, you will want to consider other methods of easing the pain and […]
This is hands down my favorite salmon recipe. Something about it reminds me of summer and it is my usual requested meal for my birthday dinner with my family. It is fresh, simple and is always satisfying. And it provides a lot of nutrients for expecting moms! Cilantro Lime Salmon: 1lb salmon fillets Marinade: 1 […]
Neuropathy is a disease that directly affects the body’s peripheral nerves. Neuropathy affects around 2.4% of the population with an 8% of them being older than 551. Any nerve in your body can be affected by this disease. Depending on the affected area, there will be a more specific classification of which type of neuropathy you suffer from. Types […]
Bone density is a measure of your bone strength. Generally, the higher the bone density, the stronger the bones. Osteoporosis happens when the bone density becomes dangerously, making us more susceptible to suffering broken bones. The step just before osteoporosis is known as osteopenia. Osteopenia is when the bones are weak and have a low bone density. Yet, […]
There are some days where there is nothing more satisfying and comforting than a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. Whenever I am making soup I always like to make a big batch that I can eat for lunches or leftovers. I will also freeze a bunch of individual portions in pint sized mason jars […]
Endometriosis happens when tissue usually found on the inside of the uterus grows in other parts of the body. The tissue is called endometrium. Although it is normally in the uterus, in endometriosis, this tissue attaches itself to the ovaries, the bowel, or other internal organs. Most people have never heard of endometriosis but it is an […]
