Have you been confused by the recent headlines claiming that coconut oil can increase the risk of heart disease?

Headlines like...

Coconut oil has more 'bad' fat than beef or butter
The shocking truth about coconut oil and heart disease
And my personal favorite...

Coconut oil isn't healthy. It's never been healthy, AHA says
In these articles, consumers are told that if they want to reduce their risk of heart disease they should replace coconut oil with veggie oil as per recommendations from the American Heart Association (AHA).

This is INFURIATING to me for several reasons and here's why...

Are you wondering WHY you have a tendency to overindulge?

Here are 5 reasons that may shed some light on why you may be having trouble putting the fork down.

Believe me, you may be shocked at this list too because it's not what you'd expect.

Are you still drinking diet soda to lose weight?

If so, please be sure to read this entire email because I think you’ll be shocked by what I’m about to share.

Many people got hooked on diet soda (like I did!) because they think zero calorie = weight loss. Recent research has shown that it’s just not that simple. In fact, a study conducted over 9 years found diet soda drinkers actually gained weight and had bigger waistlines.

The more soda participants consumed, the more weight they put on. Here are 7 reasons to ditch the diet soda and get your health back...

So if you've ever felt like you just can't stop eating, please abandon the notion that there's something wrong with you. Your body is your ally not your enemy and there's likely a very good reason you're overeating. But before we dive into some of the most common ones, let's first define overeating.

According to Webster's' Dictionary, to overeat is...

Did you know that 92% of Americans suffer from one or more nutrient deficiencies?

And, those who consume the fewest number of nutrients end up weighing the MOST?

Shocking, but true.

Today it has been found that a large number of people are nutrient deficient.

Do you ever suffer from cravings that make it seem IMPOSSIBLE to make healthful decisions?

If so, I've got some timely tricks up my sleeve that may be exactly what you need to get back in the swing of things post Halloween-candy-craziness. They're also for those of you who are just making the (often craving-ridden) transition to a paleo way of life.

But before we get into how to beat cravings, I think it's important to remember that NOT all cravings are created equal. In fact some cravings are actually a GOOD thing.

Did you know that approximately 30 million Americans currently suffer from a thyroid condition, half of which are currently undiagnosed?

The thyroid is an extremely important gland. It regulates your entire metabolism. When it is sluggish or underperforming, it can turn down the volume of nearly every bodily system. Symptoms of a sluggish thyroid include fatigue, thinning hair, difficulty getting pregnant, depression, weight gain, always feeling cold, reduced libido, dry hair/skin, brittle nails, and brain fog.

Did you know that obtaining adequate vitamin C is one way to dramatically improve your health? Since we no longer produce vitamin C, we must make a diligent effort to receive adequate amounts from our diet daily. But before you head out to buy a vitamin C supplement, it’s important to note that here is a HUGE difference between natural, food-derived vitamin C and synthetic, ascorbic acid.

The way you begin your day informs the way the rest of the day unfolds. I truly believe this. It is the reason that for the last several years I have had a morning “wellness ritual” that helps me wake up and feel my best. If you’re in need of a new routine or simply looking to transform your health, use the following 6 tips for an improved morning routine. This is excerpted from an article entitled, 9 Morning Detox Rituals That Will Change Your Life by Detoxdiy.

The incidences of autoimmune issues are rampant today. According to the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association Inc., 50 million Americans currently suffer from an autoimmune disease. They are one of the top 10 leading causes of death among female children and women of all ages.