We have all heard about these fitness challenges on social media, but you may have never really put much thought into them. Well, today I am going to tell you about 5 that may very well benefit you and get you started on the right track of fitness and overall good health.
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Helpful tips for Anxiety
I am very excited you are here today because this topic (anxiety) is one that affects a lot of people. I want to share some ideas that will help overcome some of the symptoms you may have so you can start living a life you were made to live. I know there is no “cure” so to speak for anxiety; however you can learn to reduce the symptoms to live a better life.
The Beginner’s Guide to Essential Oils
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years. With everything from cosmetic use to spiritual and religious use to alternative medicine, interest in essential oils has revived in recent decades. The increasing popularity of aromatherapy and natural living have made essential oils into our homes for everything from supporting immunity and getting a better night’s sleep, to cleaning our home safely with no nasty chemicals! Some examples of common essential oils include Lavender, Peppermint, Frankincense, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Rosemary and Lemon!
Morning Routine Makes A Difference
Well, there are several studies done to prove getting up early is the best thing for you to succeed. The early bird really does get the worm! You not only succeed in life, but you also succeed financially, spiritually, in health, and relationships. I love getting up early, but I never had a plan or never knew why I was getting up, now I do.
Food Pyramid? My Plate? What Do I Follow?
So back in the day there was the food pyramid. We all remember because it was posted about everywhere, in schools, grocery stores and doctors offices. The base of the pyramid, which was the biggest section, was covered with colorful drawings of cereal, bread and a loaded plate of pasta. Yummy! If you think back to the 1990s and early 2000s, ok it wasn’t that long ago people! The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) created the food pyramid in 1992. It placed grains at the base of the pyramid (the largest section), with veggies and fruits on the next largest section. These were the foods that we were supposed to consume most of all. The next section was split in half, with the dairy portion on the left and the proteins on the right. The very tip of the pyramid was reserved for fats and sweets, with a recommendation to eat these sparingly.
The 8 Best Ways To Build and Maintain Boundaries
Understanding how to set personal limits (aka, boundaries) is essential for building and maintaining healthy relationships either with friends, family, and even our partners. Many people know what the word “boundaries” means, but they have no idea what they are. Some people might think of boundaries as property lines or “brick walls” used to keep people out. But boundaries are not these rigid lines that are drawn in the sand. Boundaries are a way to take care of ourselves.
Oxalates: What They are and Their Health Effects
The terms “oxalic acid” and “oxalate” are used interchangeably throughout the nutrition science field. Oxalic acid is an organic compound found in many plants, including leafy greens, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds. In plants, it’s usually bound to minerals, forming oxalate. Elevated oxalates can cause a variety of other health issues from kidney stones to joint pain, from structural challenges to styes, from chronic bladder pain to general chronic pain.
Mushroom Coffee: What is it and is it healthy?
So adding mushrooms in your diet is nothing new to anyone. People have been adding mushrooms for the wellness incentive for thousands of years. Mushrooms (adaptogens) are used in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine as powders, extracts, and gummies to help people all over the world. But coffee?
Food Additives to Avoid
food additives /preservatives have been around for centuries. Many people have used certain things to preserve food and have figured out the hard way what works and what doesn’t. Most food additives today have been used since the 1940s before, during, and after the war to help keep food longer without it going bad. However, we have found since then that there are some additives/preservatives that just aren’t good for us health wise.
SIBO: What Is It? And How To Treat It
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) occurs when there is an increase in the bacteria in the small intestines — in particular, certain types of bacteria not commonly found in that part of the digestive tract. In other words,…It’s not supposed to be there! Lets find out what we can do about it. …….
Harmony Shift 