Did you know that collagen is the most abundant structural protein in the human body? It acts as a primary building block for skin, bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and connective tissues. Collagen provides strength, elasticity, structure and resiliency...
Glowing skin comes naturally for many of us in youth, but as we age, our lifestyle choices increasingly determine the health and appearance of our skin, especially what we eat and drink each day. One medical study examined the role of plant-based foods in the...
After reading What Are Sattvic Foods, you know that in yoga philosophy, a compassionate, plant-based diet supports the ethic of “sattva,” which is a state of love, awareness, connection, and peace with all sentient beings. The basis for sattva is the concept of...
Would it surprise you to learn that being optimistic is associated with better health and a lower chance of disease? Given the mind-body connection, it makes sense that cultivating a positive mental state promotes optimal well-being. A review of 15 studies with over...
Optimal wellness is a dynamic, proactive, and holistic state of being that goes far beyond the mere absence of illness. You might think of it as the highest level of physical, mental, and social well-being that you can attain. Achieving optimal wellness is a journey...
Getting to your fighting weight–the optimal, healthy weight for your body–has been shown to boost the effectiveness of your immune system in a variety of ways. Excess fat elevates chronic inflammation, which suppresses the immune system, whereas slimming down reduces...
