Do you remember the days when you would be washing your hands in a public bathroom and you would either reach for some paper towel or, if they were out, do the old jean dry? Then one day, behold! The push button hand dryer arrived, but not to much aplomb; the soft stream of warm...
We all know the importance of regular exercise and the crucial impact it has on our mental, physical, and emotional health. Despite all of these benefits, some days you just don’t have time to squeeze in a workout. Thankfully, new studies have shown that walking at least fifteen minutes every day can add seven years...
For many of us, when we think of losing weight, the first body part we think of is our stomach. Many diet and exercise fads make claims that they will “burn belly fat” (or something along those lines) because they know most people are self-conscious about the size of their stomachs. Stomach Bloating vs. Stomach...
Magnesium’s long list of health benefits are nothing short of impressive. However, with the good comes the bad. When your magnesium levels dip too low, the body cannot function properly and becomes at-risk of several illnesses and diseases. Getting enough magnesium in your diet can be challenging. However, with the help of supplements like the latest trend...
CBD is becoming increasingly recognized as an effective medicinal product by both the common public and medical professionals alike. It is known to be able to treat a variety of medical conditions, ranging from glaucoma to insomnia. However, it is probably best known for its use as a painkiller. CBD is used to relieve many different...
The word “hormonal” is term often attributed to women. Mainly because we are the ones who experience PMS, and menstrual cycles. However, having an unbalanced set of hormones does not fall solely upon our womanly parts. No, it is actually more so attributed to our diet. What we are filling ourselves with and how much. Whether we...
Stretching can be great for your health, but there are all too many myths about stretching readily available out there. Unfortunately, if we believe too many of these stretching myths, we may not reap the maximum benefit from our stretches—and in some cases, we end up only causing ourselves pain and injury. 1. Static Stretching...
Consistent knee pain afflicts many people at different stages of their lives. As we get older the likelihood of pain increases; life takes a serious toll on our joints. Chief amongst the ailments that affect our knees is osteoarthritis. The condition now affects 52.5 million Americans, with the numbers increasing every year. This form of...
If I told you that you could improve your liver health or relieve a sore neck by massaging pressure points in your feet, there is a good chance that you would be pretty skeptical about it. And that’s understandable! How can a foot pressure point impact other parts of your body? If you are not...
When I meet with a new client that is trying to lose weight, one of the first things I will change is their breakfast. One of the most effective ways to help my clients lose weight and improve their health is to stabilize their blood sugar through a better breakfast. Why Toast, Pancakes or Cereal...
If you ever tried reading the label on your dish soap you might feel like you’re reading a foreign language, since many ingredients are listed by their chemical name. Unfortunately, most people don’t think about the common ingredients in dish soap which are linked to cancer, asthma, neurological problems, skin irritation and other health problems....
When this photo shared by a doula went viral last year, we embarked on this new trend of a “gentle” C-section. This wholesome and raw photo depicted how heartwarming it truly is for parents to welcome their newborn in a clear drape or window cesarean section. This option is now being offered in many hospitals,...
