Recent research shows that 80% of our daily thoughts are negative and we have difficulty trusting people if we are trying to navigate negative emotions, even if they are unrelated to the person we are trying to get to know. Neural pathways are partly responsible, but we can push back with introspection and proper communication.
The harms of sugar are being noticed around the world, with the UK even taxing sugary drinks and proposing shifts in packaging for sugary products. Has Sugar Become the Next Smoking?
The science behind intermittent fasting is actually fascinating. Researchers from Stanford University and Johns Hopkins University discovered that the combination of intermittent fasting with a ketogenic diet can have all sorts of benefits for the human body, including fighting migraines, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis and even some forms of cancer.
Food allergies and sensitivities are rampant in the American populace. And food allergies in children actually increased by 50% between 1997 and 2011. This has led researchers to a greater understanding of true nutrition, and how it can be unique to each person.
It seems like health is always at the top of many lists at the start of each new year. One small change, even the shift from eating out to preparing meals at home, can create a positive domino effect within your life.