The 6 Nutrients Most Commonly Deficient in the American Diet and How to Get More of Them

It is fairly well know that the American diet is lacking. Between processed foods, fast foods and busy lifestyles, we just don’t eat as well as we should. In fact, about 30 percent of the calories that Americans consume daily are junk foods like sweets, desserts, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages and salty snacks that don’t have any or very little nutritional value.

 Rest Assured – Useful Tips for a Good Night’s Sleep

Feeling grumpy or drowsy today? It could be because you are not getting enough sleep. The stress of our daily lives and responsibilities can make it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep. You may not be able to control all of the factors that interfere with your sleep, but you can create an environment and adopt habits that encourage a better night sleep.

Cholesterol Screening Rates Too Low in Young U.S. Adults, According to Report

A study by the CDC has shown only about one half of young adults in the United States undergo cholesterol screenings, even though up to one-quarter of them have elevated levels of "bad" cholesterol.

The Amazing Health Benefits of Chia Seeds

In recent decades the Chia Pet has been something of a pop culture icon, and believe it or not, they are beginning to create a buzz once again. However, this time instead of spreading the seed and watching them grow, people are actually eating the seeds. Hardly anyone knows about it just yet, but Chia seeds are truly one of the super foods of this century, and with good reason.