Life is stressful. There are not enough hours in the day, we get it. Research has shown that reducing stress levels can help reduce unwanted body bulge! How is reducing stress possible you ask? Simple. Take a few minutes a day for yourself; soak in a warm bath, read a few chapters in a [...]
Many Americans rely on anti-depressants daily. There are far too many side effects to list, but here are some that I think you should know to deter their use. Most common symptoms are: dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, and sedation. Some other symptoms that I feel are worth displaying are: insomnia, gastrointestinal symptoms such as [...]
Smoking: You know it’s bad for you. How hot is that old lady with wrinkles and the raspy voice? Enough said.
Bars: Excessive drinking packs on excessive pounds. How fun is chugging beers when you can’t see past your beer belly? Excessive drinking usually leads to late night snacking and you all know where I [...]
Smoothies are one of my biggest passions. There is nothing better on a hot summer day than a nutritional smoothie. I typically avoid the frozen food section of a supermarket because there is a lot of unhealthy food choices. However, next time you are there, pick up some frozen blueberries, strawberries, and other fruits. Grab [...]
Hydrate! Drinking at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day not only keeps you hydrated, it helps you maintain energy and lose weight. Our minds may be brilliant, but our bodies are not always. Your brain may tell you that you are hungry, when in actuality; your body simply needs to hydrate. Drinking water [...]
If you care about the future of our planet and are finally convinced that our ozone is indeed in danger, make the switch to reusable cloth shopping bags. Plastic bags take thousands of years to disintegrate and also kill animals. Buy these eco bags at your local grocer will be one of the mpst effective [...]
Do you know how how many miles you walk during the course of a week? Probably not. It is said that a basketball player runs 5 miles during the course of a game. The basis of this article is that you should go out and buy a pedometer. A pedometer is a handy gadget that [...]
Our days can be very stressful and fast paced. Grab a natural fiber broom, stretch your elbows, and sweep your house. This old-fashioned method of cleaning can be an effective, quiet way to clean and relieve some stress. Vacuums can be very loud and do not reach all of the corners and nooks that a [...]
Did you know that 40% of bottled water comes from taps. So some people pay $1 for tap water produced by another. In addition, only 14% of plastic water bottles are recycled. This confirms the need for you to go out and buy a filter for your faucet. The filter will cost about $50 but [...]
With the Winter coming, it is important to tune-up your heating system so you can live more comfortably and save money. First of all, check your air filter to ensure that it is changed every 6 months. Going long periods without change can push dirty air throughout the house and cause respiratory issues. Close down [...]
Americans are generalized as lazy. Lazy people, upon entering a building, immediately look for the elevator. Prove people wrong. Next time you enter a building, look for the stairs. Use the stairs daily and you will become energized, fit, and healthier. Stairs are great exercise tools for legs and your legs have the biggest muscles [...]
Some Tips to help you quit smoking:
1. Make a list of reasons to quit: Money, Children, Health,etc
2. Pick a date and stick to it
3. Encourage a group of friends and family to join
4. Begin a new exercise routine
5. Begin a healthy diet
6. Stay positive, keep positive people around you
7. Most importantly, reward yourself, Take the [...]
