Posts Tagged ‘exercise’
How to Stay Cool and Healthy This Summer
With summer finally here, many of us are looking forward to some well-deserved beach time, outdoor activities, barbeques, and other fun-filled summer activities. However, sweet treats, excessive sun exposure, and the tendency to go overboard is a temptation many wrestle with when the weather heats up. The carefree summer lifestyle can quickly take over, making…
Read MoreEat to Live: Natural Ways to Increase Glutathione
Found in virtually every cell of the human body, glutathione is critical in the body’s detoxification process. Glutathione is comprised of three amino acids – glutamate, cysteine, and glycine – and is naturally produced in the body. Great for detoxification, the highest concentration of glutathione can be found in the liver, and plays several roles…
Read MoreHow to Beat the Winter Blues: Top Seasonal Depression Tips
The holidays are over, and the days have become shorter. The weather is cold, and the amount of sunlight we receive daily is short-lived. Instead, the dark nights of winter take hold, and for many, this can make many people feel blue. Also known as the “winter blues,” the shorter days and lack of sunlight…
Read MoreWhat is Your Fitness Age?
Walk into any gym today and you’ll find a wide array of people, all of whom have their own reasons for being there. From vanity to stress-relief, achieving personal goals or gaining a competitive edge, people choose to exercise due to a whole host of different motivators. And many times, people believe that no matter…
Read MoreNourish Your Body with These Helpful Winter Self-Care Tips
Love it or hate it, here in New York we experience the winter season, sometimes in full force. Winter is the one time out of the year that many have problems trying to find the positive aspects of the season. While the snow can be beautiful, the idea of digging your car out of the…
Read MoreThe Health Benefits of Swimming
Summer is in high gear, and the weather is warm, making it the perfect time to go for a swim. It doesn’t matter if you are swimming in a pool, in the bay, or in the ocean, there’s nothing better than taking a refreshing dip on a hot summer day. The water feels cool and…
Read MoreUsing Essential Oils for Joint and Muscle Pain (DIY Muscle Rub Recipe Included!)
Muscle and joint pain are one of the many ailments we face on a daily or weekly basis, especially if you are an athlete or are very active in your daily life. Body pain is so common that many people do their best to ignore their discomfort, or they choose to use something to numb…
Read MoreA Sound Mind for a Healthy Body
Assuming you can have a healthy body without a healthy mind is akin to thinking you can fly a plane without going to flight school. The subject of the mind can be confusing because what we know as the mind has been defined by different specialties and disciplines. Some of these disciplines include Sociology, Anthropology,…
Read MoreThe Importance of Getting Your Full Schedule of Sleep
Sleep is one of the most important activities we engage in for good health, albeit it restfully, alongside exercise and good nutrition. Although scientists do not fully understand the role of sleep, it is very clear that sleep is good for optimal brain function. If you want to have a good memory or good decision-making…
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