Powering Up Your Body With Pilates

Many fitness trends come and go, but one that has stood the test of time is Pilates. The workout known for conditioning the body and helping people be more flexible and fit has been a hit for its focus on spinal and pelvic alignment, two areas that are key in building...

The Art of Juicing (and Pureeing)

We know that the process of cooking vegetables destroys valuable micronutrients by altering their shape and chemical composition; but is it possible to eat enough raw vegetables to get the nutrition your body needs? That’s where juicing can be valuable. Why...

Antioxidants in Popcorn?

Besides being one of the most sought after snacks, popcorn has more than great taste to offer, according to recent studies. The snack food minus the butter is packed with high levels of antioxidants, which are known to fight harmful molecules. Antioxidants –...

Put a Little Spring in Your Step

It’s that time of year again – spring, which means it’s time to dust yourself off (no pun intended) and start enjoying a healthier you after a long winter of inactivity and excess. Between the holiday indulgence and the failed New Year’s resolutions,...

The Right and Wrong Way to Use Exercise Machines

Exercise machines that isolate individual muscles are great for general strength training. Muscle isolation helps you understand the different muscles of the body and their actions. The machines are also user-friendly, safe and efficient. Diagrams for how to perform...