The Alternative Daily
Ugh… Germs on Soap… Really?
Since germs seem to live on almost every surface, it should come as no surprise that they are even found on soap. While it...
Sometimes Smiling is the Best Medicine
When you smile, it triggers activity in your brain - specifically in your left frontal cortex. This is the part of your brain in...
These Items Should NEVER be in Your Grocery Cart
It seems as though buying from the grocery store is getting more difficult these days for those of us who want to get healthy...
10 Gross Things Hiding in Your Toothpaste
What if we told you that the substance you use to clean your teeth is introducing harmful substances into your body? Most of us...
Study Suggests Feeling Young May Translate into Longevity
You’re only as old as you feel! Although it may sound like a cliché, a new study has found that those who feel younger...
How to Teach Mindfulness to Kids
Mindfulness isn’t only good for us; it’s also good for our kids. Practicing mindfulness can help children to pay attention and focus better in...
7 Fitness Trends to Watch for in 2015
Getting into shape, or maintaining your level of fitness, is important all year round. A big part of staying fit is finding exercise activities...
Fact or Fiction: 9 Ways to Spot a Fad Diet
It’s been a few days since you decided to change your life, committed yourself to a healthier way of living. How’s that going for...
Taming the Hormones That Mess With Your Sleep
The relationship between hormones and sleep is a complicated cycle. On the one hand, we know that irregular and disrupted sleep can mess up...
Shut Down Your Inner Complainer
Complaining is a common habit - one that is not easy to stop because it becomes a regular part of your daily life. If...
