Emotional eating is using food to make oneself feel better, rather than to just fill your stomach. Many of us abuse food and use it as a coping mechanism to deal with stress and emotions or we look at food as a reward. But the really bad part is most of us do not realize [...]
We have all heard the old saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but that statement is often ignored. In actuality, breakfast being important has much truth to it. When waking up in the morning, our bodies are in starvation mode since we have not eaten since the day before [...]
Oftentimes during our day we don't find the time to eat, so we either skip a meal or settle for something quick. There are many options out there that portray to be quick healthy snacks, such as smoothies. But when you dig a little deeper you may come to realize they are loaded with sugar [...]
The main goal of yoga is to achieve a way of living that provides you with a healthy mind within a healthy body. This is achieved by reaching enlightenment and helping the individual transcend the self. Through a series of physical and mental exercises, yoga aims at elevating the life force or 'Kundalini' at the [...]
All too often we are trying new diet fads or picking up juices and energy bars, we believe to be natural and healthy, because the label says so. The best way to be sure what you are putting into your body is healthy, is by making it yourself. Fruit infused waters have endless [...]
New research has revealed that positive thinking and thoughts can actually create real value in your life and also help you build skills that are long-lasting. Negative thoughts narrow your mind and focus your thoughts on failure and fear. For example you may not be eating healthy or exercising consistently and you focus [...]
It has been proven that eating smaller meals every 3-4 hours stops your body from storing fat and instead burns fat. So stop starving yourself! Eating 4-6 small portion meals throughout the day speeds up your metabolism and keeps your body from reverting to “survival mode”. Survival mode is when our body stores fat and [...]
The importance of effectively cleansing your skin morning and night is often overlooked by many of us. But little did you know that not washing your face is doing 10x more harm than good. The benefits of spending less than 5 minutes a day to wash your face has enormous benefits including: 1. Research shows [...]
Healthy body, healthy mind, happy soul. Who doesn't want long, shiny, healthy locks? With these few tips, long healthy hair is achievable. One must remember though that patience is key with growing hair. There is no magic secret to growing hair out super quick but you can take steps to ensure it [...]
Avocados have come to be known as a popular super food, which is not surprising given their many health benefits. In one 3.5 ounce serving of avocados large percentages of nutrients such as vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B5, vitamin B6 and vitamin E are present. Also packed into this super food is [...]
