Month: January 2017

Christian Principles of Integrity & Business: Part 2

Today we are going to look at how we determine what personal and professional pursuits to follow.   In all areas of our lives we should determine the gifts that God has given and use those gifts for His glory and purpose.   Do some self-examination and also ask the Lord to reveal to you […]

Watercress: 3 Unique Health Benefits That Will Surprise You

Watercress isn’t just for dainty tea sandwiches. This delicate, peppery-flavored green packs a big nutritional punch and works well in everything from salads to soups to smoothies. A serving of watercress — about one cup — provides significant amounts of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and a number of phytonutrients such […]

How to Not Flip Out When Tensions Run High

People are running out of patience. More and more, even the most composed individuals are experiencing high tension and frustration. Triggers ranging from the daily weather, to health crisis in the news, today’s tumultuous political and social climates, and even just the fast pace of our modern world are making people feel fearful, worried and […]

PCOS and the Male Sex Hormones… How Testosterone Throws Your Whole Body Off Kilter!

The name of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is perhaps just a little misleading. It is certainly true that this condition can have major effects on the ovaries–but to say that PCOS is primarily an ovarian condition is inaccurate. The truth is that this is a hormonal imbalance–and understanding this fact is integral for knowing how […]

GLOSSARY of Terms: Body Image. Body Dissatisfaction. Body Shaming. Body Acceptance.

Anyone who spends any time watching television, reading magazines or looking at social media posts is likely to be well-aware that certain body types are seen as desirable. If you believe what you see, you may quickly conclude that anyone who does not look fabulous in a bikini or low-cut dress doesn’t deserve to be […]

More Evidence to Bust the Myth That Bacteria on the Surface of Your Skin Causes Acne

I’ve read or overheard countless times the faulty warning, “Be careful not to touch your skin because you can move bacteria around and cause acne to spread.” On the myths page here at Acne.org I dispel this myth. Let’s get into a little bit of the science behind this. Now that the genome of acne […]

Cinnamon: A Super Spice

Cinnamon is one of the world’s oldest used spices having been utilized in culinary traditions of both the East and the West. Chances are you have cinnamon in your kitchen right now. You probably know about the warm and comforting taste, but you might not know about all of the health benefits that this versatile […]

Lose Fat & Get Wedding Dress Ready WITHOUT Exercise

I’m so excited to let you in on a secret about losing fat without any gym time and you can do while you are sitting at your computer or watching TV!   Sound like something you may be interested in?   I know it sounds too good to be true, but it is!   Have […]

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Loss of Job Near End of Career Linked to Weight Gain

Are men more likely to gain weight after they lose their job? Research shows that this may actually be true. The studies show that the stress of losing a job can cause weight gain. Men who are not married at the time that they lose their job are more vulnerable to gaining weight because they […]

New Pharmacological Approach for Binge Eating

Binge eating is something that affects millions of American people. People who suffer from binge eating rarely can control their binges and then have feelings of shame and guilt after an episode of binge eating. Is there a new approach or potential for there to be a drug on the market that can help binge […]