Why hit the gym when you can go for HIIT anywhere! HIIT is short for High Intensity Interval Training, one of the latest trends in fitness. The nature of HIIT is short, intense spurts of exercise, followed by brief, occasionally active, periods of recovery. We’ve provided some of our favorite routines for doing a HIIT circuit outside, HIIT routines on stairs and a full-body HIIT cardio routine.
Read MoreSeasonal factors genuinely affect our health. The way you spend your days, the food you eat and the sleep you get (or don’t get) have major impacts on your body’s ability to ward off viruses, bacteria and impending infections. Here is an in-depth look at the relationship between food and immune health with tips on how you can give your body the defense it needs to fight off sickness.
Read MoreSome things in life are truly worth the investment because they can genuinely help you become happier and healthier. These items are worth saving up for and building into long-term budgeting plans, and life goals. Here are 5 things that are worth spending money on this year.
Read MoreThousands of people jump into January with the mindset that they’re going to change their diet and exercise routines. Fortunately, there are dozens of easy ways to adopt a healthier diet and you have an entire year to change your lifestyle! Adopting these simple tips will keep you on track for the entire year!
Read MoreIf you just experienced a season of indulgence, you’re probably hoping to lose what you gained. Here are some healthy, and easy, ways to bounce back from holiday gluttony.
Read MoreNew Year’s Eve is a symbol for starting over, for leaving some things in the past, and taking on new challenges. When we’re celebrating New Year’s Eve, what we’re really celebrating is the chance at a new beginning. Here are just a few ways you can give yourself a new beginning that has the potential to become the new normal.
Read MoreSome say that the way you spend New Year’s Eve sets the tone for the rest of the year. For many, that means it’s a night to go all out. But what if that’s not you? If you decide to spend New Year’s Eve solo, here are a few healthy ways set a great tone for the new year happily, all on your own.
Read MoreWhile there is a surge in giving during the holiday season, millions of Americans struggle with hunger year-round. Fortunately, there are easy ways to make food donations a part of your regular routine throughout the year. Here are a few things to keep in mind to help make continued food donations a part of your New Year’s resolution.
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There are plenty of fun ways to pack a nutritional punch into your holiday meals and include lots of color and variety, in ways that are actually appealing to a picky crowd. Celebrate a healthy holiday and still indulge in flavor and expand your culinary horizons. These 5 plant-based dishes are delicious and satisfying for vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike.
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The holidays are the perfect time for aromatherapy products and essential oils. They make great gifts and many of the season’s most iconic scents have practical uses and health benefits. Here are 8 essential oils that are ideal to experiment with during the season to create a holiday atmosphere or as a thoughtful gift.
Read MoreSome of the most fulfilling moments of the holiday season come from the annual traditions that get passed down through the years. Here are a few ideas for things the entire family can do together that are sure to be entertaining, festive and memorable.
Read MoreIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! Too bad it doesn’t always feel that way for someone who has to play host or hostess for holiday parties. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to ensure it’s a relatively painless process rather than a stress-fest that leaves you miserable and exhausted.
Read MoreBetween the whirlwind of planning dinners, shopping, dealing with difficult family members, and just feeling generally overwhelmed, it’s no wonder that stress and anxiety affect so many people during the holiday season. But you are not alone in how you feel, and luckily, there are some tips on how to handle stress during the holidays.
Read MoreIf you’re on the hunt for a great gift for someone who loves all things wellness, one of these 15 holiday gift idea suggestions is guaranteed to be the perfect find.
Read MoreThanksgiving dinner can be a challenge if you’re trying to be healthier or if you’re following a nutrition plan. Luckily there are hundreds of recipes out there for delicious, light — and healthy — Thanksgiving side dishes.
Read MoreThese 8 plant-based, vegan recipes for main dishes will outshine traditional turkey options. Choose from a variety of recipes with healthy ingredients for dishes that will surprise and delight your guests.
Read MoreDrinking tea regularly has a variety of health benefits and positive effects on the body. Most of the the varieties featured here include antioxidants that support good health by fighting free radicals in your body, but there isn’t really a “healthiest” choice per se. There are various differences in terms of the flavors, beneficial properties, and nutritional values of each one. Ultimately, the right tea for you will largely depend on what your tastes are and the kind of health issue you’re looking to address.
Read MoreAs you navigate the trends of the wellness world, remember to embark on your health and nutrition journey as a conscious consumer. Eating local, seasonal foods may seem popular as of late, but there are legitimate reasons to become a “locavore” beyond being on-trend. Eating locally, and seasonally, actually has loads of health, economic and environmental benefits.
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