Vegans can’t be big and strong without meat protein, right? WRONG. When it comes to bodybuilding, there are two main components that turn your average gym rat into Ahnuld: hard work and food. The body doesn’t differentiate between animal protein and…
Pretty much everybody likes dark chocolate. What’s not to like? It’s chocolate. That in itself is the one-word definition of “deliciousness” that ought to be printed in every modern dictionary, ever. But, more than being simply delicious, dark chocolate also…
Many of us see the first waking moments of the day as more of a plague than a moment of enjoyment or welcoming. We’re groggy, tired, and in most cases would want nothing more than to crawl right back under…
Brittle hair? Thinning hair? Losing hair? Greying hair? It could be down to genetics, stress, or maybe you’re not eating right. Besides keratin treatments, organic shampoos and that amazing peach conditioner, what you put inside yourself has a pretty big impact on how your hair and skin look.…
Coconut oil is a gift to mankind. It’s as versatile as white vinegar and baking soda, but without the strong smell or prickling sensations. A natural favorite among beauty connoisseurs and Victoria’s Secret models, coconut oil can find a place…
For those of us who like it hot, breathing flames from the mouth and feeling beads of sweat on the forehead are a regular meal-time occurrence. It’s common knowledge that a bowl of chili can fix many things, and cultures have used spice…
For alcohol, the difference between healthy and horrible lies in the numerical value of drink, where drink is 12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of 80 proof. A drink a day for women, and two a day for men is the broad…
This is 95-year-old yoga master Kazım Gürbüz, who looks closer to 50 than 100. Gürbüz still enjoys an active sex life and believes everyone can live to be 130. In an interview with the Daily Hurriyet, Turkish Gürbüz says the secrets to…
We’re not built to sit at desks and work on reports for hours on end — but for good or bad, caffeine has now made this possible. Coffee has indeed become the universal drug of the worldwide desk jockey, but with the…
Had a hug yet today? According to science, you need at least one tight embrace a day to stay fundamentally healthy and stress-free. It’s easy to see why they’re awesome — hugs are warm, cozy and relaxing. But how does all that…
Sleep. Whether you’re a struggling college student, a new mom, a corporate intern, or retired, you need and should be getting a full nights rest. But what if you spend half that time struggling to fall asleep, then end up…
It’s summer, and if you’ve not been in a puddle of your own sweat in recent memory then you’re either quite heat-resistant, living down under, or you’ve got an air conditioning unit — one that can gobble up a decent amount…
Getting bored at the gym? Are you beginning to slack off on your workouts, or are you even skipping them entirely? If the answer is yes, don’t fret — all you need is a workout makeover. And it’s easier than it sounds.…
It’s no secret that the people of the land of the rising sun tend to outlive pretty much everyone else. For years, people in the West have been looking at the Japanese and scratching their heads, witnessing as Japan rose from…
Ever wake up in the morning, go about your routine, and still find yourself yawning and wanting to crawl back to bed halfway through the day? Do you catch yourself dozing off in the afternoons during work, or school lectures?…
It’s obvious that a good smooch feels great, but did you know that it’s also good for your health? Sweet kisses with your main squeeze can actually help you live a longer and healthier life. #1. Kissing boosts your immunity This one is common knowledge by now —…