Fat was demonized for far too long. Remember the low-fat craze of the 90s? Somewhere along the way we were taught to believe that all fats are created equally, but that couldn't be further from the truth. The truth is that there are certain... (Read More)
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Good health begins in the gut. If this seems a bit far-fetched to you, think about all that happens during digestion. From the moment food touches your lips (whether it be a Hostess cupcake or a baby carrot) a series of physiological responses... (Read More)
If you think meditation is all about incense and soothing flute music, think again. There are a wide variety of styles of meditation to choose from, each with its own goal. Which one is right for you?
The potential benefits of meditation can be... (Read More)
You might have seen it gel or liquid form. Aloe vera is versatile and associated with 500 species of flowering succulent plants. Many of its types are native to North Africa and enjoy popularity around the world as a safe and cost-effective... (Read More)
Journaling has been around for ages. In fact, many of the ancient texts we have were a version of someone's journal who had the discipline and desire to record their thoughts and feelings as well as to keep a record of current events, family culture... (Read More)
Ralph Waldo Emerson is credited with saying, "Do the thing you fear and the death of fear is certain." There is truth to what Mr. Emerson has said, but if it's true why is it so hard to do those things that frighten us? Well, because facing our... (Read More)
We are often reminded of the importance of eating at least one meal together as a family. Sometimes that can be a struggle, even with families spending more time together as a result of continuing pandemic impacts. Dinner together isn't always... (Read More)
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Life is busy and one thing that can feel easy to cut out during a time crunch is sleep. However, you may want to think again before robbing yourself of that much-needed beauty rest.
When you think about it, sleep is the body's... (Read More)
We all know of the redeeming qualities of fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet, but why can it feel so hard to sneak them in? Still, the health benefits are undisputed. Incorporating whole-food plant-based options is a great way to get... (Read More)