Society is increasingly fast-paced, leaving many of us stressed, overwhelmed and even anxious. But tai chi, a traditional Chinese martial art, can help bring some calm and order to our modern chaos. This mind-body practice (a form of “meditation in motion”) is encouraged for a range of health benefits, both mental and physical.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again: Winter comes to an end, signs of spring emerge... and it’s time for our annual deep clean! Many of us use the term “spring cleaning” loosely, but it’s an actual practice (dating back centuries) that also has some specific health benefits. So what is spring cleaning and why do we do it?
Read MoreDiabetes. Cancer. Heart Disease. Stroke. Rheumatoid Arthritis. What do these (sometimes deadly) chronic conditions share in common? All have been linked to chronic, ongoing inflammation (yikes!). To reduce our risk of illness and these scary, adverse outcomes, it’s important to understand the root cause of inflammation and how to prevent it with nutrition and lifestyle.
Read MoreMore is not always better. Too much of something good for you can be detrimental to your health and wellness. This is true for histamine, the culprit of a lesser-known condition afflicting a growing number of Americans: histamine intolerance.
Read MoreThe human body harbors over 100 trillion bacteria, outnumbering our own cells ten to one. These bacteria live on our skin, in our mouths and, most predominantly, in our guts (not surprising, given that our intestines stretch out 25 feet!). Since we are essentially more bacterial than we are human, our health really depends on an optimal balance of these microbes—the “good” and the “bad.”
Read MoreOne of the more underrated tools present in almost every daily beauty/personal care regimen is the brush (and no, they’re not just for hair!). Brushes have multiple other purposes, ranging from improving oral health to applying cosmetics. While Americans are very familiar with these common uses, there’s another lesser-known brush technique touted for a range of health benefits: dry brushing.
Read MoreLose weight. Exercise more. Eat better. Drink more water. The new year often signifies a time of fresh starts and new beginnings. Most Americans make New Year’s resolutions, but drastically fewer of us accomplish them. (Whoops!) So what is it that gets in the way of remembering or acting on our resolutions? Why do we struggle to keep them up as the year goes on? What is most challenging about implementing lifestyle changes that we know are good for us?
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