Health
What’s the Deal With Acne? Why Do I Still Have Zits?!
Whether you call them pimples, blemishes, or zits, ACNE is a common skin condition that can be a source of discomfort, frustration, and embarrassment for those who experience it. There’s quite a lot of behind-the-scenes action happening in your body that contributes to the development of it. What Is Acne? Acne can occur at any…
Read More4 Easy Way to Beat Fatigue Naturally
In today’s world, we are constantly on the go, a steady state “busy-ness” is the norm, and we’re always running from one responsibility to the next – literally! So, it’s no wonder that physical fatigue is such a common complaint. The good news is that there are some really simple (and natural) ways to…
Read MoreSIBO: what is it, and how do I know if I have it?
There may be something lurking within your gut, when and where you least expect it. You’re probably already in tune with keeping the large intestine healthy, balanced and well- populated with good bacteria (got probiotics?). But, what about the health of the small intestine that is located before it in the digestive tract? The truth…
Read MoreEssential Oils To Loosen Stiff Joints
Whether your joint pain is caused by an active lifestyle, arthritis, or aging, it can greatly affect your day to day life. Living with pain has emotional, mental and of course physical ramifications. When suffering from joint pain and stiff joints, it can make it hard to participate in the activities you’ve always loved; it…
Read MoreHow To Beat Negative Self-talk and Limiting Beliefs
A little self-criticism is a normal shared human mental pattern and can even be healthy for the most part. But, we can also just as easily open the door to that overly vocal “negative nelly” voice in our head. However, if your negative voice is preventing you from doing what you want or need…
Read More10 signs you may have a hormone imbalance – and what to do about it
Hormones are like chemical messengers and govern nearly every cellular action in our body. While very important, our sex hormones like estrogen, progesterone and testosterone, are actually not essential for our survival. They’re responsible for sexual functioning and fertility, as well as in more of a “beauty” capacity – keeping our skin, hair &…
Read MoreSetting Your Mind Towards A Healthy Lifestyle
Cognitive Behavior Therapy asserts that all our actions and behaviors are a product of what we think and feel; therefore, if we want to alter our actions and behavior, we need to alter our thoughts and our feelings. Does that make sense? Indeed, it does; especially in the field of health and fitness — for…
Read MoreConstipation? What to Eat if You Get Constipated
Constipation is the opposite of diarrhea – it’s when stool tends to stick around longer than necessary. Often, it’s drier, lumpier, and harder than normal, and may be difficult to pass. Constipation often comes along with abdominal pain and bloating. And can be common in people with certain gut issues, like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). …
Read MoreHow Does Exercise Affect Your Mental Health?
It’s often difficult to think about the physical aspects of your body as being associated with the mental aspects of your body. However, the link between both physical and mental is very strong, and the things that you do physically to your body can have a massive effect on your emotions and how you feel…
Read More4 Key Nutritional Benefits Of Herbs
We use herbs to flavor our cooking, but they also have important nutritional benefits. The next time that you’re trying to make your food a little more interesting, think about the following ways in which you may also be making your food better for your body. And keep in mind: There are countless herbs in…
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