The government’s nutritional guidelines recommend, as a rule of thumb, for people to have an average of 1,500 calories a day. The amount varies to some degree depending on age, sex, and activity level. A Reddit user made this infographic showing what 1,500 calories worth of food looks like at 25 popular fast food restaurants. The graphic consists of three vertical columns. The … [Read more...]

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, important for a variety of health functions, including boosting the immune system. Vitamin C deficiency can cause serious health issues, such as scurvy. Fortunately, the vitamin can be found in a broad variety of common foods. This infographic, featured on Reddit, features a graph depicting the amount of Vitamin C in different foods. The X … [Read more...]

Proper nutrition is crucial to overall health. Food is said to be the best medicine, as some natural foods such as fruits, nuts, and vegetables are filled with nutrients and antioxidants which can boost the immune system, help regulate bodily functions, maintain a healthy weight, and reduce the risk of disease and illness. However, because healthy eating is such a rich market, … [Read more...]

As a rule of thumb, most adult humans need between six and eight hours of sleep to function their best during the day. Getting adequate sleep is crucial for psychological and physical health, and prolonged sleep deprivation can have serious health consequences. However, not everyone needs as much sleep as the next person. And not all animals do either. This infographic, created … [Read more...]

What does it take to be happy? Sometimes, it’s easy, but at other times, it may seem challenging if not impossible. Fortunately, everyone has some control over their own happiness. Yogi360.com made this infographic entitled “10 Steps for Happiness.” It provides 10 tips on how you can boost your mood and start living a happier life. Tips include being yourself, getting enough … [Read more...]