You’ve probably noticed quite a few new products on the shelves with a label boasting that they contain probiotics. Right now, these ‘good’ bacteria are being hailed as nutritional rock stars. The claim: They can whisk you toward wellness. But as beneficial as these probiotics may seem, our enthusiasm for them may be outpacing the…

What’s the best way to start exercising if I am completely out of shape? Literally just put one foot in front of the other. You probably have heard the quote from the ancient Chinese philosopher Laozi (or at some time probably read it after opening a fortune cookie) that: “A journey of a thousand miles…

If you’ve ever struggled with weight loss I can bet if you had a dollar for every pound you’ve lost and regained over the years you’d have plenty of cash for those infamous ‘rainy days’. Not to mention all the potential health implications such as: high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, and heart disease just to…