Content for a healthier life

As we've mentioned before in previous entries, stress is known to be detrimental to your health in several ways.  The most noticeable negative effects are psychological, such as frequent irritability, lack of enthusiasm and depression. However, your body can also...

The term “beauty sleep“ is popular for very good reasons. Sleeping helps your body to carry out its functions properly. It regulates hormonal imbalances, repletes your energy levels and boosts your brain’s activity. These benefits reflect in your health, which also...

We’ve already talked about the terrible consequences of accumulated stress on your health and we’ve given you tips on how to prevent it. But sometimes it is impossible to avoid it, and you must find a way to take care of it once it has settled in. Luckily, there are...

When we feel threatened or endangered, our body prepares for two quick solutions: fight or flight. This causes our brain to respond by sending a series of signals that ultimately cause our adrenal glands to release a surge of stress hormones, including adrenaline and...

There is a reason why creatine stands out amongst such a massive amount of workout supplements. Hundreds of scientific papers and studies support its efficiency as a performance booster, especially for those people that want to gain muscle mass. It is also one of the...

Every difficult situation in your life may cause you to suffer from stress. It is a natural response from your body trying to protect you, so it is not necessarily bad. It can help you to get things done when you’re in a hurry and may even help to save you in a...

Battling weight disorders can be quite an issue, especially if you’re trying to lose extra fat. A sedentary routine with little to no physical activity, plus the easy access to food with high sugar and trans fats contents, make it very difficult to keep up with your...

Everybody needs vitamins and minerals to stay in good health. The usual way to obtain them is through a balanced diet full of nutritive food, like fruits, vegetables and meats. They combine their efforts to support different functions of your body and make sure...

Did you know that collagen is the most abundant protein in your body? It's everywhere, from your skin, nails, and hair to your joints, and even your brain. You’ve probably heard about it in relation to the first one, since it makes up 70% of your skin. The problem is...

As a woman, there might come a time in your life when you feel like your body’s going through a series of problems with no clear explanation. These include suddenly gaining or losing weight, fatigue, muscle aches, and mood swings. Many times, these are symptoms of a...