8 Health Benefits of Rooibos Tea (#3 may surprise you)
Rooibos tea, also known as red tea or red bush tea, is made from the leaves of a shrub called Aspalathus linearis, which is grown on the western coast of South Africa.
6 Surprising Reasons Why Your Heart is Racing
A racing heart, also known as heart palpitations, feels like your heart has skipped a beat or added an extra beat. It may also feel like your heart is fluttering or pounding fast and furious. Usually, the sensation can be felt in your chest, neck, or throat. A racing heart can be scary — or […]
Is Being a Habitual Tea Drinker a Good Thing?
You’ve most likely heard the saying on UpWellness before, “it is possible to have too much of a good thing.” For instance, too much water can cause hyponatremia, or low salt in the blood, leading to symptoms more severe than dehydration. Of course, that is not to say that water isn’t good for you; in […]
How to Wake Up and Start Your Day With More Energy (naturally)
Ever wonder why it’s called an “alarm” clock? It’s because that harsh buzzer, loud radio, or ear piercing beep is designed to cause…alarm. And, if your goal is to “win” the day, waking up in a state of alarm is probably not a great way to get started. Here at UpWellness, we believe that sleep […]
What Is Carob and Why is It So Amazing?
Chocolate lovers beware and please don’t lose your cool…this article is all about carob. For decades, hippies and natural health advocates have tried to convince people that carob is a healthy alternative to chocolate, but chocolate lovers never really bought in. Of course, strong evidence now exists that suggests good quality dark chocolate is not […]
The Dangers of Energy Drinks (how to boost energy naturally)
I’ve watched hundreds of health trends and fads come and go over the years. Generally, they don’t do much good, but most of them are relatively harmless. But every now and then, a dangerous trend catches on and leaves a trail of destruction in its wake. Such is the case of caffeinated “energy” drinks. Energy […]
Lower Your Cortisol in 3 Easy Steps
Remember Tom and Jerry? Tom was a cat, always on the hunt and Jerry was the mouse who usually narrowly escaped. Poor Jerry was always under lots of stress. When a mouse sees a cat, stress hormones (including cortisol and adrenaline) quickly flood the mouse’s bloodstream. Those hormones initiate the “fight or flight” reaction that […]
Delicious Ways to Drink More Green Tea (and why you should)
I have a quick quiz for you today: Q1: What is the most consumed beverage in the world? A: Easy one…water. Q2: What is the second most consumed beverage in the world? A: It’s not coffee. It’s not Coca-Cola. It’s not beer. It’s tea. Camellia sinensis is an evergreen shrub that is […]
The Health Benefits of Your Morning Brew
The scientific verdict is virtually unanimous — your morning coffee is not a “guilty pleasure” that you should feel bad about, but rather a very healthy way to start the day. The latest confirmation comes in the form of a meta-analysis published in The BMJ, which examined dozens of observational studies looking at coffee consumption […]
Could Your Morning Coffee Help Prevent Dementia?
Many people swear by their morning cup of coffee (or two). It’s delicious, it’s earthy, it helps us to wake up… what’s not to love? Tea is still the most popular beverage in the world, but coffee certainly deserves it’s spot in the top five. If you’re a coffee aficionado, you may have already heard […]
