OUR LIVER

Our liver is one of our biggest and most important organs. It works around the clock to remove toxins from our blood and to detoxify all the substances that we ingest daily, such as food, drinks and medication. It also detoxifies the natural substances that we manufacture like our hormones to make them safe for […]

How to set goals and stick to them

As the new year unfolds, let’s take the time to assess how well we’re doing in setting goals and achieving those. Have you managed to stick to the resolutions made last year? Life can get hectic and we often set goals for ourselves that seem like a great idea at the time but prove to be […]

Building a fitness community can be the key to achieving your exercise goals

It’s all about team spirit. The trick to reaching your fitness goals is to build a community around your routine, says Barry’s Bootcamp CEO, Joey Gonzalez. As the head honcho at one of the world’s most grueling – and effective – workout classes, Gonzalez clearly knows a thing or two about honing your muscles. According […]

The Magic of a Single Micro-Action – by Carl Richards

The contagious nature of micro-actions is magic. Micro-actions are actions so small, so easy, that they hardly feel worth doing. When we think of things like this (if we ever do) we often think about how taking one small action, repeatedly, over long periods of time, adds up. It’s the compounding effect of incremental change, […]

Tips From Dietitians to Make It Easier to Eat Healthy

Many of us have had the experience of coming home from a long day exhausted and hungry. So we might start eating from a bag of chips as we plan dinner. Before long, we have snacked ourselves full. Luckily, implementing the nutritionist tricks that follow can help us throw together fast, simple and healthy meals […]

How to keep a hygienic cooking space

Dish towels Preliminary research presented at the recent American Society of Microbiology meeting found that after a month of use, about half of the 100 kitchen towels tested were contaminated with pathogens with the potential to cause food poisoning, including E. coli.   What to do about it: Only use cloth kitchen towels to dry-clean […]

The Surprisingly Easy Move That Can Make You Happier and Increase Your Energy

You may have heard that sitting too much is bad for your health, mainly because the lack of movement translates to an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes and other chronic conditions. To add insult to injury, it turns out that spending your day hunched over a computer also has major ramifications for your mental […]

Brain Boosting Activities To Increase Brain Power And Concentration

If you don’t keep your mind active, your brain can lose some of its functionality as you age, which causes memory loss, brain fog, and even Alzheimer’s, studies show. A well-stimulated brain elevates your mood, which helps you feel better on the insidBrain-training efforts designed to improve working memory can also boost scores in general problem-solving […]

How to Overcome Obstacles in Your Life: Resilience

Some people seem to be born with the ability to overcome setbacks with relative ease. It’s a trait that experts call resilience. People with resilience have a greater sense of control over their lives, says psychologist Robert Brooks, PhD. That makes them more willing to take risks. “Also, because of their optimistic outlook, they are more likely to […]

Start Feeling Better Right Now

If life is wearing you down, a few manageable changes can give you an instant lift. From eating the right foods to shifting your mindset, these strategies are designed to help boost mood, fight fatigue, and combat stress. Read on to start channeling more positive energy your way. Get in 30 Minutes of Enjoyable Exercise, […]