If you’re looking for simple ways to keep you in a happy place mentally and physically, you just might have everything that you need right inside your home. Too many people tend to think that they have to go outside and explore to be able to find the peace and…
You would have to have considerable knowledge of science and math to calculate your VO2max when working out, and figure out how much to consume of each individual nutrient when you’re eating breakfast. Then, there are the fitness studies that produce conflicting headlines every other week. Wouldn’t it be nice…
It's easy to forget the importance of everything we put into our bodies. While you can't always eat a completely balanced diet, you can reduce your stress levels simply by choosing stress-fighting foods. Since everyone is different, some stress-relieving foods might work for you while others may not. Your best…
Are you aware of the connection between physical pain and depression? It’s important to understand the link, and how it affects your body and mind. This understanding can help you with treatment and therapy. Learn more about this depression and pain dilemma: Understand the depression and physical pain cycle. Health…
When you think about your body, do you think about the pounds you want to lose or wish that you could run a mile in less time? Maybe you only notice your physical condition when you have a cold or your lower back aches. With so many responsibilities at home…
You just finished a long day at work. It's about 6 PM and now you get to sit in traffic for over an hour until you finally get home to put your feet up. Chances are you may not have the time or the motivation to exercise. Most people in…
How many years have you been on the planet? How much have you accomplished? How much have you enjoyed your life? At your current rate of progress, will you get to do everything you want to do? Or, will you reach the end of your life and experience regret? Few…
Do you believe the stereotype of busy professionals grabbing fast food burgers and letting their treadmills collect dust while they’re rushing from one meeting to the next? In reality, a growing body of research shows that being busy helps you to make healthier choices. To be more precise, thinking you’re…
How much junk food do you eat a day? If you’re like the average American, almost 60% of your calories are coming from ultra-processed food loaded with excess sugar, salt, and fat, according to a recent study by Tufts University and the University of Sao Paulo. While most experts agree…
You’ve probably heard of progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) even if you’re not sure how to go about it. After all, it does have a long history. An American doctor named Edmund Jacobson published his first book about the concept in 1929 after noticing that physical relaxation helped his patients to…