Running 10 Minutes A Day Can Improve Your Health Exercise is good for you. Everyone knows that. But all too often, our thoughts on exercise focus on the gym. This is a problem. People who cannot afford the cost or find the time for a gym membership get discouraged, stop exercising, and watch their health decline….
Let’s talk about how to build all-over body-confidence! I’m excited to be sharing my personal experience with self-esteem and body image, how they go hand in hand, and what we need to do to stay confident. Most people battle with low self-esteem and body confidence at some point in life. Perhaps we wish our skin was…
Exercise Tips to Get Fit in the Water Water based exercise is perfect if you’re looking for an enjoyable, low impact workout. The therapeutic nature of water is ideal for people of all ages, regardless of their current fitness level. It is especially beneficial for those who are recovering from injuries. Many people head to…
How to Look Younger and Feel Better If you want to look and feel younger, you’re certainly not alone. You can take some simple steps to look younger. However, the best antidote for age is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, eat right, and keep your brain active. Take a moment to smile. Simply looking like…
If you live in a cold climate this winter, chances are you’re freezing, bundled, and trying to look somewhat pulled together despite the elements. And underneath it all, you’re probably dealing with tight, itchy, and even flaky skin. Swap out your face wash for an oil cleanser. “Oils cleanse the skin, plus they have inherently hydrating properties,” —a…
Surprising Health Benefits of Red Wine Here, we’ve outlined some of the most compelling reasons to fill up your glass—as if you needed an excuse. * Promotes longevity. Researchers atHarvard Medical School confirmed that resveratrol, a compound found in the skin of red grapes, may provide anti-aging benefits by stimulating the production of a protein that…
Ways to Be Happier How happy are you―really? If there’s room for improvement, try one of these suggestions. – Don’t start with profundities. When I began my Happiness Project, I realized pretty quickly that, rather than jumping in with lengthy daily meditation or answering deep questions of self-identity, I should start with the basics, like going…
Taking Care of Your Heart Know your numbers: Tests will give you insight into your risk for heart disease. Keep track of your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, hemoglobin A1C (blood sugars) and inflammatory markers. Watch your diet: “Research has shown a diet high in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and olive oil —…
Cooking vegetables is usually a good idea: Heat breaks down cell walls, releasing antioxidants. But heating cruciferous vegetables (part of the Brassicae family) actually destroys their unique anti-carcinogenic potential. That’s because crucifers, unlike other types of vegetables, are high in glucosinolate, a plant compound that produces naturally occurring small molecules called isothiocyanates, which have been…
Do Positive People Live Longer? Most people assume that positive thinking is just something that we do to help achieve our goals, or even to get through difficult times. But a host of exciting research has shown that attitude affects our health — so much so, in fact, that a positive attitude can add years…
