Despite what many healthcare practitioners would have you believe, losing your memory or developing mental fog in your forties, fifties, sixties, or even seventies isn’t normal – it’s a sign of trouble. Serious memory loss isn’t inevitable with advancing age. If you’re experiencing
It has been said that “recycling turns things into other things, which is like magic.” In the U.S., we need to work more of this magic. These statistics from the Environmental Protection Agency speak volumes: Of the world’s 2.12 billion tons of municipal waste generated each year, the U
Did you know the Earth is like a giant battery? The surface of the Earth has an electrical charge (a negative one). Since this natural, electrical energy comes from the ground, electrical systems must be “grounded” for safety purposes. Dangers of Being Ungrounded One of the main jo
Getting enough healthy fats into your diet can have lasting benefits for your health. Many health problems are linked to low healthy fat consumption. This is because healthy fats have an important role in reducing unhealthy inflammatory status in the body. In this article, we’ll discuss the
Eating seasonally is a popular concept among the sustainability-minded. Followers of this eating style say that consuming in season produce isn’t only more nutritious, but is also better for the economy, environment, and society. This practice isn’t merely relegated to trendy 20-something
Lunchtime can be a busy time of the day. Many days, you may look forward to the midday break. Other days, you may put it off for as long as you can stand to get more work done. Either way, convenience often takes priority with lunches, and this can mean opting for fast food […]
We all need physical touch. Physical contact with others can provide feelings of acceptance and pleasure. On an innate level, physical touch reassures us that we’re not alone in the world. Though some people aren’t the “touchy” type, we all need physical contact to survive and thrive.
You’ve probably heard the saying, “Sitting is the new smoking.” Okay, so sitting isn’t exactly like smoking (smoking is much worse). However, like smoking, prolonged sitting is a major health risk for Americans and the catchphrase serves to bring warranted attention to the prob
It’s no secret that our culture is uncomfortable with aging. In the U.S., we go to great lengths to make the signs of aging disappear, which is reflected in our $60 billion anti-aging cosmetics and personal care industry, and our $67 billion cosmetic surgery market. Despite these efforts, o
When it comes to health, there are no true quick fixes. Rather, the habits you form day-in and day-out largely influence your health and well-being over time. Habits related to daily movement, sleep, stress management, social time, and nutrition all contribute to overall wellness and quality