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 and stay healthy. In fact, the main portion of the supermarket is usually piled high with processed foods, most of which deter from health rather than promoting it. Here are a just few products to stay...
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 who are cautious about our dental health brush our teeth twice a day without exception, and therefore, our bodies are routinely exposed to whatever ingredients are in our toothpaste. For those of you using chemical-based commercial...
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 really do live longer. The study is another example of the way in which our personality affects our health, and how having an optimistic attitude is beneficial to wellness. The study, out of University College in...
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 school, and also provide them with the tools to calm themselves down when their emotions take over. Here are some easy ways to teach mindfulness to your kids. Take a mindful walk The next time you go on...
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 that keep you interested and challenge you in new ways. Some of the following fitness trends may be new to you, and others may be old favorites, but they are all definitely worth checking out. Body weight...
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 you? Has that bag of chips staring at you finally won the battle of the wills? Or are you holding fast to your list of resolutions? If the chips beat you, then maybe it’s time to...
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 our hormones; on the other, imbalanced hormones are a common cause of disrupted sleep and insomnia. Fortunately, there are some natural lifestyle changes we can make which address both problems - the sleep and the hormones...
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 you feel that you complain too often, especially about the small stuff, it is time to start working toward keeping some of those complaints to yourself. Thankfully, there are many things that you can start doing...
This “Fat” Fruit is Heart Healthy
Did you know that many nutritionists consider avocados to be the perfect food? Unfortunately, many people avoid this fruit because it’s high in fat and calories, but this is a huge mistake! Here are nine reasons to add or increase your consumption of this superfood in 2015. They are unbelievably nutritious This green, pear shaped fruit is loaded with 20 important...
Don’t Make these 12 First Date Mistakes… Ever
It doesn’t matter if you know the person or if it’s your first time meeting: first dates can be nerve-racking and awkward. Here is a list of things not to do, and things to look out for. Focus: Do not check out another person. No matter where your first date may be, keep your focus on the person you’re with. Pet...
