Category: Healthy Lifestyle

Do you think you’ll live to see 100 years old? For some people, living to be a century old seems unlikely. But in some small, isolated communities known as “The Blue Zones”, it’s the norm. In remote areas of Greece, Italy, Japan, Costa Rica, and even in the United States, the average life expectancy greatly…

If you’re headed towards retirement, how prepared are you to give up your steady paycheck? If you’re already retired, how financially secure do you feel? Your goal doesn’t have to be living the lifestyle of the rich and famous, but examining your financial health is important, as financial stability can alleviate many of the pressures…

As anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues are on the rise, people are seeking natural, holistic ways to help relieve their day-to-day blues. Of course, you should always talk to a trusted doctor if you have serious concerns, but some people are able to manage their emotional ups-and-downs with coping mechanisms, like journaling. Adopting…

The thought of aging can be scary for many people. They worry about things like worsening health conditions, limited abilities, or losing friends and family members. The things that people seem to fear the most are Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. According to studies, over half of Americans aged 50-80 are worried about…

Many people are obsessed with fitness, and obsession can spiral out of control quickly.  Following fitness celebrities and looking into new diet trends may seem like steps in a positive direction, but doing so can lead to binge dieting and excessive exercise, and can have an extremely negative impact on your self image.  Following fitness…

The seasons are changing, the temperature is dropping, and soon we'll see some beautiful foliage. It’s the perfect time to take advantage of the great outdoors. And what better way to do this than by hiking? A “hike” can happen anywhere: up steep mountains, through dense woods, or even in well-paved nature reservations. It doesn’t…

Many new parents worry about raising their children. Will they be kind? Creative? Smart?  As parents, we only want to do the best for our children, but there’s no guidebook for nurturing their best qualities. Psychologists, spiritual leaders, and early childhood educators agree that mindfulness is one way to support the positive development of growing…

As this unusual summer rapidly draws to a close, it can be hard to visualize how this school year is going to unfold. But whether you're dropping the kids off at school, or setting up a kitchen classroom, the first few weeks of a new routine can be a drag. When summer vacation ends, it…

As we get older, it’s easy to feel isolated. We know that a sense of community and connection is pivotal for the health and wellness of seniors, but how to maintain that sense of community when living alone is a difficult conundrum. As we navigate critical public health issues and an uncertain future, it is…

Have you ever woken up with an aching jaw? Do you suffer from sensitive teeth? How about tension headaches that stretch across your forehead like a rubberband? These symptoms - a constant aching pain, lockjaw, or tension - can elevate daily stress levels and decrease overall quality of life. Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, or TMJ, could…

Swim Lessons. This might seem like a common sense solution but you would be surprised how many parents wait too long to get their child comfortable in the water. If you own a pool or are frequently around bodies of water it is important to get your child acclimated with the water as soon as…

Most of us are looking for ways to make our bodies healthier. In fact, over 80% of us take vitamins and supplements every day. But the secret to health might not be in a pill, it might be in the foods we consume. We’ve all been taught about the “food pyramid” and the importance of…

Ah, weekends. For many of us, weekends are a chance to decompress after a long week at work by doing something that feeds our souls. But what about feeding yourself? Weekends are perfect for brunching, and with these easy and healthy recipes you can cook up a delicious brunch at home. Diner-style Potatoes To make…

A recent national survey found that the number 1 way to attract people is with a beautiful smile. But having a healthy mouth is about more than flashing your pearly whites to impress others. Current research is drawing connections between oral health issues and serious health problems, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even some…

Summer isn’t all fun in the sun. There is a dangerous threat lurking in those UV rays so many of us love to soak up! While exposure to UV radiation makes your skin tan, it also puts you at risk for developing skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the…

Throughout our lives there may be times when we experience a profound sense of loneliness or isolation. For many people, loneliness will increase as we age. According to AARP (formerly the American Association of Retired Persons), 51% of people over age 75 live alone, and a 2012 study found that 43% of people over the…

Yoga is an ancient practice that marries breath and movement to create strength, flexibility, and peace in the mind and body. Despite the fact that it originated in Northern India over 5,000 years ago, yoga has become as much a part of American culture as the 4th of July. The number of Americans with a…

There are a lot of diet trends out there: the fruit and veggie-heavy Mediterranean, raw-food paleo, and the blue zones diet, to name a few. It seems like diet fads go in and out of fashion rapidly, but many modern diets have the same recurring themes: minimize saturated fats and processed foods, increase fruit and…