Yoga Reduces Inflammation in Breast Cancer Survivors
It is well known that yoga provides numerous health benefits to the body and mind, such as strength, flexibility and stress relief, but did you know that research has also found that yoga can reduce inflammation? Researchers at Ohio State University studied 200 women who had survived breast cancer. Half of the women attended a 90-minute yoga class twice a...
Are Weight Loss Drugs Actually Leading to Weight Gain?
We've all seen the ads: a gorgeous woman in a bikini comes on the television or computer screen, and tells her amazing story of how she lost 50 to 100 pounds using an amazing new weight loss drug. Don't wait, she exclaims, order yours today! While a miracle pill to melt away the extra pounds is certainly appealing, a new...
How to Stay Stress-Free Over the Holidays in 7 Easy Steps
From the bank-breaking gifts to the diet-destroying parties, the holiday season can easily devolve from being the most wonderful time of the year to being the most stressful. This year, stay calm and balanced by observing some of the following strategies and principles. Stay Home The prospect of crazy, delay-filled holiday travel getting you down? Take a ‘stay-cation’ and stay home....
7 Alternatives to Live Christmas Trees
Are you allergic to real Christmas trees, or just ready for a more environmentally friendly way to decorate your home? Here are 7 great alternatives to a live Christmas tree. Potted tree A potted tree is a much more environmentally friendly option than a cut tree. Instead of throwing out a dead tree at the end of the holidays, you are...
19 Amazing Things to do with Lemon Essential Oil
Ah, lemons. The scent alone can perk us right up and make us feel instantly refreshed. We know that lemons are insanely healthy; they're known for their vitamin C punch, their antioxidants and their antibacterial properties. Lemon essential oil, made by cold-pressing lemon rinds, is a great way to get many of the benefits of lemon, as it basically concentrates...
Balancing Work and Home: The Importance of Boundaries
There are only so many hours in a day, and sometimes we find ourselves struggling to make time for both our personal and professional lives. However, with the time crunch, does it sometimes seem like you are taking your work home with you, or that you are taking your family issues to the office? In order to enjoy enhanced productivity,...
Alarming Fact: Obesity Linked to a Half Million New Cancers Worldwide
A new report conducted by the International Agency for Research on Cancer reveals that obesity is connected to 500,000 new cancer cases around the world every year - and, that two-thirds of obesity-related cancers occur in Europe and North America. Researchers analyzed data from 184 countries, which showed that excess weight was linked with 345,000 new cancers in women in...
Could an Unhappy Marriage Increase Your Risk for a Heart Attack?
If you're trapped in a bad marriage, it not only takes a toll on your emotional health, but your physical health as well. According to a study published in the Journal of Health and Social Behavior, an unhappy marriage can literally break your heart. Scientists from Michigan State University found that people who have experienced decades of conflict with their...
Tips for a Low Glycemic Christmas
If you want to avoid gaining weight and maintain control of your blood glucose while still enjoying the holiday season - which is not only filled with family, friends, parties and presents, but all types of tempting, tasty dishes - following these tips can allow you to enjoy the pleasures without the guilt or harm to your health. Replace white...
DIY Cards for the Holidays
This year, be creative and give the gift of a beautiful handmade holiday card. If you're not sure where to start, here are a few ideas for inspiration. Photo card. This is a great idea to really add a personal touch to a card. Use a blank card stock card and add a photo of your choice to the front...
