Stress Relief Strategies

    What are the main ingredients of bran flakes? The main ingredient in all brands of bran flakes is wholewheat, though the ingredients vary slightly between brands. The word ‘whole’ is important to look for when choosing wheat, as it means that the kernel of bran has been left intact and not mixed with…

    There is a clear link between exposure to racism and discrimination and various adverse mental health outcomes. The effects of systemic racism on Black Americans have been persistent and profound, as the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) points out. The increase in media reports and images of police brutality and violence inflicted…

  What is Herbal Medicine? Herbal medicine refers to a variety of medical philosophies that use plant-based remedies to fight sickness. The major difference between herbal and synthetic medicines is that herbal medicines are not created in a laboratory. Herbal medicine treatments involve using raw plant materials to help with high blood pressure, inflammation, erectile…

  Would it be beneficial to add green juices to your daily routine in order to improve your health? What Are Green Juices and What Makes Them Special?  Greens juices are drinks made from greens. While vegetables are typically eaten raw, in a salad, or as part of a meal, greens have become a popular…

How does aromatherapy work? Essential oils contain the property that gives a plant its distinct smell, as explained by Elizabeth Ko, MD. She is the medical director of the UCLA Health Integrative Medicine Collaborative and assistant clinical professor of medicine of the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. The way that essential oils are…

If you’ve ever been surprised by how much a healthier diet costs, you’re not the only one. A meta-analysis of 27 studies found that eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, and nuts costs about $1.50 more per day than a less healthy diet with refined grains and processed meats. For a family of…

In this blog, we will explore the scientific principles behind progressively overloading the neuromuscular system, and the potential benefits with respect to resistance training and muscle development. What is Progressive Overload? The Principle of Progression says that you should only increase your time, weight, or intensity by 10% or less each week, so you can…

Weight lifting was traditionally seen as an activity for men, with women avoiding it for fear of becoming too masculine or big. This began to change in the 1970s and 80s, with the recognition of female powerlifters in 1987, the first Women’s Weightlifting Championship in 1987, and female bodybuilding shows in 1977. The Strongest Woman…

Recovery is essential to making strength gains. If you don’t take care of yourself after a workout, it can be harmful. The average amount of time it takes for muscles to recover after resistance training is one to two days. The things that happen during this time period will determine if you are making progress…

The better your brain is, the better your memory will be. This is true for students, professionals, and seniors. There are things you can do to improve your memory and mental performance. Although it was once believed that the brain was a static organ, incapable of change, it is now known that this is not…