If you’re going through scientific journals trying to find the definition of superfood, you’ll have a tough time. It’s not an official term, but one used by writers, lay nutritional bloggers and others to offer a clearer mental picture of the quality of a specific food. It describes a food that’s high in nutrients and […]
I’ve noticed a lot of vegan restaurants and plant-based food options in the grocery store in Lakeland, FL. It’s part of a new trend and eating style that’s in all areas. There are even plant-based protein choices at fast food restaurants. So, which is best? Are there benefits to consuming animal-based protein or should we […]
The changes in the body when you’re under stress serve a purpose. Those changes were particularly important in early times, when the fight or flight response made the difference between survival and death. However, today, people in Lakeland, FL, and across the US now experience chronic stress part of daily living. Stress doesn’t have to […]
If you’re like one of the almost 30 million of Americans who developed some form of Covid-19, you want to get back to your healthier self and exercising is one way to do it. How soon is it safe for you to begin a regimen of exercise after covid? There’s no one right answer, just […]
When the weather is hot, like it is in the summer if Florida, it’s easy to take the car for short trips and even may be wiser if you have health issues. However, on those wonderfully cooler days, taking a walk can be a huge boost to your overall health. There are health benefits of […]
If you workout at Habitat Health and Fitness in Lakeland, FL, to get into shape, you’ll often find a wonderful side effect. You feel better, too. Exercise can improve your health in a number of ways, including boosting your gut health. What does that mean? Good gut health involves many mechanisms. It’s about the peristalsis […]
Habitat Health and Fitness in Lakeland, FL provides the opportunity to get fit, but we hope you use that opportunity and engage in active pastimes and hobbies to improve and use your newly gained fitness. People normally nod and agree when I mention hiking, basketball or bike riding, but look a little puzzled or shake […]
Man has always been hardwired to love a sweet taste. Some believe it was because most sweet foods are not toxic, and that was the clue to early man it was edible. However, sugar has its negative effects on the body, so many people look for a healthy sugar replacement. What’s the healthiest route to […]
A lot of people avoid eating healthy, because they have a distorted image of exactly what that means. They think it means crunching on carrots, celery and lettuce all day and giving up all other types of delicious food. The thing that surprises them is that healthy food actually tastes good. In fact, once you […]
It’s pretty hot outside and you might think it’s too late to get your body summer ready in Winter Haven, FL, but it’s never too late. In fact, after just a month of exercise, you’ll notice a difference. There’s still three months of summer and summery warm weather in September and October, where you can […]