Are you always reaching for the salt shaker at mealtime? Do you eat fast food or processed food? Do you eat out? If you answered yes, then you are likely one of the 90% of Americans who consume too much salt in their diet. 90% of us! So that's most of us. But at Wellness we're concerned about this because new research shows that while those delicious crystals might ramp up the flavor, they can have...
Some people have a genetic predisposition that will at some point impact their blood pressure readings. Others have problems due to diet, weight or other medical factors. The good news is there are some things you can do to lower your blood pressure without necessarily relying on medications. Potassium-Rich Foods - Add foods rich in potassium to your regular diet. Potassium helps to regulate your blood...
Looking to up your game in the New Year? Improving your diet can have a huge, (even life-saving) effect on your health. Even making small changes can pay off big in terms of weight loss, in your ability to fight infection, prevent depression and feel enthused and energetic. Hundreds of studies have looked at the relationship between eating whole plant foods and chronic diseases such as cardiovascular...