It has been shown in studies that even trace amounts of toxins in our bodies can have damaging effects on our health. With this knowledge in hand, I have chosen to go as organic as possible in my diet. I have found it surprisingly difficult to find full fat, grass fed, organic Greek yogurt. I did …
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Meditation: The Mind Body Connection
You don’t have to climb to the peak of the Himalayan mountains or become a Buddhist monk to enjoy the inner peace that comes from meditation. You don’t even have to like yoga. Here’s why you should try it, and why I’m going to teach you how to meditate. Meditation is one of the most powerful ways …
New Study Links Sedentary Behavior to Increased Risk for Anxiety
Remember when kids played outside for hours, each day? When our parents would tell us to get out of the house & go outside to play? Back then, even television broadcasts had public service announcements telling kids to shut the TV, and go outside. Remember how good we felt back then? How well we slept at night? It may be …
11 Alternatives to Running on a Treadmill
Is running on the tread mill starting to make you feel like a hamster on a giant wheel? If you said yes, I have some good news for you! Below are 11 heart pumping cardio exercises that you can use to free yourself of the hamster wheel! For a quick, high intensity cardio workout, do all …
Relaxation Yoga
Use this yoga routine to relieve stress and unwind, anytime. Yoga for relaxation may also lift your mood, reduce some anxiety, and help you to sleep better. To enhance your experience, you may wish to play some soft music while moving through these poses. Please share and like on Facebook, follow me on twitter, and subscribe …
Breaking News: Harvard Study Credits Eating Walnuts with Slowing Colon Cancer Growth!
Walnuts are filled with vitamins and minerals, like vitamin B6, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and iron. This makes eating walnuts a smart choice, that will give your body both nutrition and energy. Additionally, because they contain healthy fats, protein, and fiber, eating walnuts will also help you feel full and satisfied for longer, which makes them a useful food to help with …
Tight & Toned Summertime Buns, Thighs, and Calves
This workout is a great way to strengthen and tone your lower body. Strength training has been associated with better bone health, alleviating arthritis pain, and giving your joints improved support. Here’s another bonus – adding this workout to your weekly fitness routine will help you rock those jeans and shorts this summer! This workout doesn’t include …