The holidays can be stressful, so follow these tips for a healthy, happy holiday season.
Healthy Comfort Foods With Benefits
For many of us, food has a way of bringing us great comfort. Whether we’re feeling sad and turn to our favorite food to cheer us up, or we’re feeling joyful and food becomes part of our celebration, what we eat is not always used strictly for nourishment. And while many of us tend to… Continue reading Healthy Comfort Foods With Benefits
Keep Your Gut In Check This Holiday Season
The holidays can be one of the most joyous times of the year. But they can also wreak major havoc on your wellness. Everything from your stress levels to digestion, and immunity to sleep, can all take a hit when you’re trying to balance shopping, entertaining, cooking, and daily life. So what’s the number one… Continue reading Keep Your Gut In Check This Holiday Season
The Power of Pumpkin (Plus A Gut-Nourishing Warm Drink Recipe)
Pumpkins are as synonymous with fall as snowmen are with winter. But pumpkins are also great for your gut! Here are just a few health benefits of pumpkins: They’re high in fiber, which helps keep your digestive system in top working order They contain prebiotic fiber, which helps balance gut bacteria They’re loaded with vitamins… Continue reading The Power of Pumpkin (Plus A Gut-Nourishing Warm Drink Recipe)
5 Yoga Poses for Better Digestion
Do you practice yoga? If not, why? Maybe you think you’re not flexible enough, or you don’t have enough balance to perform the poses. But here’s a secret: Yoga is so much more than that! In fact, yoga has 8 different “limbs” or elements, ranging from breath control and meditation to several internal and external… Continue reading 5 Yoga Poses for Better Digestion
Could You Be Experiencing Menopause Symptoms?
Every October 18th is World Menopause Awareness Day. According to the International Menopause Society, the purpose of this day is to raise awareness of menopause and the support options available for improving health and well-being. If you suspect you might be in menopause or beginning the process, this article — coupled with a conversation with… Continue reading Could You Be Experiencing Menopause Symptoms?
Gut-Health Supporting Vanilla Banana Cinnamon Latte Smoothie Recipe
Is it coffee? Is it a smoothie? Is it breakfast? How about All The Above! This delicious recipe lets you spice up your morning with golden, gut health-supporting goodness. Or if you tend to feel tired later in the day, it makes for a great afternoon pick-me-up! Packed with health benefits from coffee, banana, cinnamon,… Continue reading Gut-Health Supporting Vanilla Banana Cinnamon Latte Smoothie Recipe
5 Foods to Stay Away From For Your Mental Wellness
You’ve heard the phrase, “you are what you eat.” And as cliché as it might sound, there’s a lot of truth to it. This is because the foods you eat directly impact your gut, and the state of your gut impacts your mind. Your mind, of course, affects how you feel and behave. How does… Continue reading 5 Foods to Stay Away From For Your Mental Wellness
Can A Positive Attitude Make You Healthy?
If you’ve ever wondered whether positive people have a leg up on the curmudgeons of the world, the answer is a resounding, YES! In fact, a large study, held over a thirty-year period, found that the most optimistic men and women demonstrated, on average, an 11-15% longer lifespan, and had 50-70% greater odds of reaching… Continue reading Can A Positive Attitude Make You Healthy?
Daily Habits That Detox Your Body
Most of us want to enjoy great health and are aware that the basics like diet, exercise, sleep, and drinking enough water can help us achieve those goals. But there are other “secret weapon” habits and practices you can add to your daily routine to help detox your body and allow it to function at… Continue reading Daily Habits That Detox Your Body
