Exercise has a huge impact How many people reading this article enjoy being bogged down by a cold or flu infection? Of course: no one. Because of this fact, many people are interested in how they can leverage physical activity to bolster their immune system and minimize the frequency, severity, and duration of illness. Plenty..
Allies for detox support Though our bodies are designed to naturally detoxify, with a few lifestyle changes, we can help aid the process, providing us with energy to spring into a new season. Remember, always check with your health care practitioner before trying a new supplement. The liver One of the largest organs in the..
Reach out and improve your health When’s the last time you let it all out? Whether it’s sharing feelings, speaking out a long-held worry, discussing a dilemma, or conversing about a concern—talking is beneficial to our well-being. Through talking, we can unburden our minds, unclutter our thoughts, and better cope with life’s challenges. Research highlights..
Counter side effects of daylight savings Each March most of us move our clocks forward by one hour to honor the daylight saving time tradition, signaling the beginning of spring. While gaining that extra hour of daylight has its perks, losing an hour of sleep can have more of an effect than just the mild..
Meals for a healthy complexion The skin, our body’s largest organ and the one we’re likely most familiar with, is exposed to the elements on a daily basis and is changing over the course of a lifetime. Expensive lotions, serums, and the like are mostly unnecessary (don’t skip the daily sunscreen though!), as the effect..
Ballet-inspired fitness for everyone With roots in ballet, yoga, and Pilates, barre exercises are exploding in popularity across North America. Through controlled, precise movements, these workouts promise a strong core and long, lean muscles. What are the workouts like? If you’ve never taken a dance class, don’t worry—this is a conditioning workout, not a choreographed..
Twice the benefits, twice the fun Life, business, tennis, it doesn’t matter—research has shown that exercising with a partner can help alleviate the frustration that often leads to feelings of resentment, and improve communication and function in any kind of relationship. So how can you get the most bang from your workout? Bodyweight circuit-style training..
4 important heart-health measures Nine out of 10 of us have at least one risk factor for heart disease. Thankfully, 80 percent of premature heart disease can be prevented through healthy habits. By simply being aware of what heart-health numbers to watch for, you can keep yourself and your heart happy and strong. Cholesterol These..
Listening may hold the key Ever feel lonely in your relationships? Unheard in conversations? Loneliness can be exacerbated by how we do, or don’t, listen. And this can affect both the physical and psychological health of individuals—and communities. Aloneness or loneliness? Loneliness is not the same as being alone. “It’s not the same as solitude,” says..
Tips for home and work How much garbage do you generate? The Zero Waste movement is swiftly picking up momentum around the world. It may seem daunting, but there are so many tips that we can implement in our personal lives and at work. Does your office have an environmental committee? It may be time..