The Gut-Brain Connection: Nurturing Mental Health Through Nutrition 

The phrase “you are what you eat” holds more truth than ever as science uncovers the profound connection between the gut and the brain. Known as the gut-brain axis, this intricate relationship reveals how our digestive health impacts our mental well-being, and vice versa. For anyone striving for a healthier lifestyle, understanding this connection can be life-changing, especially when it comes to maintaining a balanced diet and a harmonious gut microbiome.

4 Workout Tips for Women Over 40

As women get older, you’re more susceptible to illnesses and chronic pain, including heart disease and osteoporosis. Even though moving around may be the last thing you want to do, inactivity increases the risk of chronic disease. Studies show that a little under 23 percent of U.S. adults ages 18 to 64 ( https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nhsr/nhsr112.pdf) are getting the recommended amount of exercise per week, and 28 percent over the age 50 are physically inactive. Unfortunately, sometimes age becomes a reason people feel they shouldn’t bother working out. This couldn’t be further from the truth.