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5 Health Tips for Busy People

by Dr. Carla Hightower | Aug 12, 2019 | Boost energy

This blog post was originally published on August 12, 2018, and it is updated with fresh information. Life is demanding and when faced with limited time, busy people tend to sacrifice their self-care. Here are 5 health tips for busy people so that you can prioritize...

Choose Foods That Boost Your Energy

by Dr. Carla Hightower | Jul 8, 2019 | Boost energy

I often hear the complaint that fruits and vegetables are too expensive and therefore it is unrealistic to recommend them to people. The question is can we afford not to eat them? Basic human needs include air, water, food, rest, and shelter. In terms of food, you...

Yes, There are Foods for Nerve Pain

by Dr. Carla Hightower | Jun 10, 2019 | Boost energy

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to know there is an alternative to painful suffering? Something besides taking a medicine (which may not always work). Ideally, it would be a natural solution. Perhaps there are foods for nerve pain? I’m pleased to say that there are! Several...

Three Spices for Pain Relief

by Dr. Carla Hightower | May 7, 2016 | Boost energy, Eat delicious food

Anti-inflammatory spices, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon provide pain relief, naturally. These spices help relieve pain without harmful side effects. Of course, you also need to eliminate sugar and processed junk food. Sugar significantly...

What to Eat to Enhance Your Athletic Performance

by Dr. Carla Hightower | Jun 19, 2015 | Boost energy

Leafy greens boost your performance, speed your recovery, reduce inflammation, and eliminate pain. Greens are also the most powerful food for improving blood flow and reversing cardiovascular disease. An all around winner. A few weeks ago, I finished a 30-mile bike...

Nutritious food can be expensive, but we must eat well for our health. Therefore, we need to know how to eat healthy on a budget. Here are three ways to eat healthy and not break the bank. 1. Eat more beans In your grocery cart, the most expensive foods are generally...

Is Junk Food Really Cheaper?

The idea that junk food is cheaper than healthy food is something I hear a lot. Fueled by fast food dollar menus, we are conditioned to think of healthy food as more expensive. In this article, we are taking a closer look. The actual cost of junk food Is junk food...

Common Misconceptions About Type 2 Diabetes (Part 2)

Today we continue our deep dive into common misconceptions about type 2 diabetes. This blog post is the second of a two-part series designed to clear up conflicting myths and empower you to make healthy eating and lifestyle changes. Recap of Part 1 In my previous blog...

Common Misconceptions About Type 2 Diabetes (Part 1)

With so many myths passing from one person to the next, it can be hard to differentiate what is true and what is false when it comes to diabetes. In this blog, I’ll discuss 5 common misconceptions about type 2 diabetes. I wrote this for you as a two-part series. In...

3 Secrets to Having More Energy

While trendy supplements may promise to make you feel healthy and energetic, they are not the real solution. Instead, the secrets to having more energy are eating the right foods and creating healthy lifestyle choices that support your overall health and vitality. In...