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Heart Healthy Tips to Reduce Stress

In this fast-paced world we find it’s pretty hard to slow down. Everyday stressors are the norm and although some stress is good, too much can hurt the body not only mentally but physically as well. Work, family, finances and everything in between can start to take a toll on your health. Below are tips that not only help to reduce stress but are good for heart health as well.… Read the rest

5 reasons you need a Detox and What to Do About It

5 Reasons You Need a Detox

  1. You have symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, achiness, digestive issues, allergies and headaches.
  2. You can’t lose weight and keep it off.
  3. You can’t control your sugar and carb cravings.
  4. You get too little sleep, too little exercise, eat too much processed food, have too much stress, and not enough “you” time.
… Read the rest

5 natural ways to improve women’s health

Egg health

Getting pregnant can be frustrating when it isn’t happening as easily as planned. There are many reasons you could be dealing with a difficult pregnancy including egg health. There are many factors that play into egg health including blood circulation, stress and hormonal balance. For improving blood and oxygen flow, try to get some sort of exercise whether it is yoga, running or simply going on a brisk walk at least three times a week.… Read the rest

Kidney and Bladder Health & TCM

The kidney is an especially important organ in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Not only does it flush out the unwanted toxins from our body, but is believed to support the body’s reproductive system as well as regulate the circulation of fluids in the body.

In TCM, the kidney is the source of yin and yang, the cooling and warming energies that keep your body in balance.… Read the rest

7 Steps to Detox After the Holidays

Get rid of leftovers

The holidays bring delicious homemade food, and along with that come the leftovers. Holiday leftovers can be just as good as when you cook the meal the first time and become a tempting go-to snack. Time to let go. Toss the leftovers, they most likely aren’t the healthiest dishes and it’s time to start fresh.… Read the rest

STAYING WARM & GREEN IN WINTER

As the temperatures drop, it can be tempting to crank up the heat to stay toasty. Heating

accounts for the majority of the energy used in most homes and the cost can really add

up. By making smart choices, you can help reduce pollution and keep your heating bills

low. Here are a few tips:

Seal leaks: Locate places in your home where heat can escape.… Read the rest

5 Ways to Eat Without Overeating this Holiday Season

Moderation

We’ve always the heard the saying to enjoy everything in moderation, and that is definitely true when it comes to holiday foods. Don’t try to deprive yourself during the holidays, it most likely won’t go over well. Having an extra holiday treat here and there won’t kill you. You’re allowed to indulge a bit, just keep portions small when it comes to holiday desserts and make sure you limit how often you eat them.… Read the rest

TAKE THE STRESS OUT OF THE HOLIDAYS

The holidays are a big part of the fall and winter months. This is often a time to reconnect

with family and loved ones, to attend social events, and celebrate your beliefs.

Unfortunately, it can also be a time of extra commitments, nonstop activity, and pressure

to get it all done. This can result in a lot of stress both mental and physical.… Read the rest

Gratitude

The Pessimist’s Guide to Gratitude

Your mother was right – ­­say thank you.

Scientists have now proven what your mother always knew ­­it’s good to be

grateful. Being grateful is more than just politeness; it’s actually good for your

health and well­being.

In a study by Robert A. Emmons, of the University of California, and Davis and

Michael E.… Read the rest

The Best (and Worst) Thanksgiving Foods

Thanksgiving is a great meal. Friends and family come together to give thanks and

celebrate the harvest season­­

…and to overeat.

All of us know the feeling of eating too much, too heavy, too rich. When we should be

enjoying our time with loved ones, we are uncomfortable. We exasperate our health

conditions and catch a cold.… Read the rest

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