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Many of the foods we consume are not as healthy as the manufacturer's make them out to be. Over the years, many companies have found small ways to bypass the FDA guidelines. They divulge just enough information to be truthful, but tend to stop just short of telling the absolute truth about a product. Sometimes guilt by omission is the name of the game. Even the occasional "word swap" can take place,...
4/11/2023 4:00:00 AM
Wellness Tip: During aging, the body changes, making it more difficult to lose weight. Calorie requirements are less and metabolism slows. You may not be able to eat how you did in your 20s without increasing your activity level. Lower your daily caloric intake by choosing more vegetables and fruits, which are lower in calories.Reduce or eliminate the sweet treats. Or better yet, replace them with...
4/9/2023 4:00:00 AM
We all have internal perceptions of ourselves. Do you believe you're a good person? Do you believe you're attractive to others? But we tend to also believe these ideas aren't very malleable. Too often we think we're stuck believing whatever it is we currently believe. But that may not be true. And taking it in hand could be a real life-changer. Whether in your business or personal life, changing your...
2/20/2023 5:00:00 AM
“Eating our feelings” is something many of us have done at one time or another. But stress-eating involves much more than just craving unhealthy foods. It’s actually a hormonal response. That's right. It's not about willpower. Why People Eat When They’re Stressed No matter what’s causing stress in a person’s life, eating is one of the ways often used to cope with it. So why is that? Stress causes an...
2/17/2023 5:00:00 AM
Food is a common reward. Need to celebrate? Let's go out to dinner. A kid got a good grade? Here's a cookie! Really killed it in your workout? You deserve that cheeseburger. Don't you? But the habit of rewarding yourself wth food isn't really the healthiest choice. Besides, we can become like puppies with access to the treats box when we then start to look for ways to reward ourselves. Ultimately,...
2/16/2023 5:00:00 AM
By the time you turned 30, people might have told you about all the changes you need to make. You were leaving the 20s behind and moving into completely new territory where your body wasn’t quite so capable of handling long nights and busy days. Now you’re close to 40, and a whole new set of lifestyle changes are coming your way.Quit SmokingIf you currently smoke, now is the time to stop. Statistics...
2/12/2023 5:00:00 AM
Water is a key element of life, and getting enough is essential to proper health. We might consider drinking an extra glass or two of water on hot days or after a vigorous workout, but most of us aren’t likely to compensate for advancing age. Here’s what every person should know about hydration requirements by age. Hydration Requirements for Children Children’s water needs can vary by weight. Those...
2/9/2023 5:00:00 AM
While each woman is going to have some variations in what she is looking for, most have the same main qualities they want in a partner. These qualities are indicative of the possibility of a lifelong partner, otherwise known as husband material. With at least a few of these attributes under his belt, the man you have is well on his way to being exactly what you need. HumorA guy who can make you laugh...
12/30/2022 5:00:00 AM
The holidays are a joyous and magical time for many. But for some, loneliness and depression can dominate everything. Maybe it's because they're truly alone but for some, it's actually because they feel isolated even if others are around. But the thing is, no one wants to think about this or talk about it. But it's really the dark underbelly of the holidays and talking about it is the only way to start...
12/25/2022 5:00:00 AM
The holiday season is traditionally filled with gifts, and many of us are rushing to finish our shopping or indulging in the post-holiday sales. We want to gift to others and make them feel good. But what about ourselves? Consider a little self-love this holiday. 1. Be Present Right here, right now. No fear borrowed from an uncertain future. No sorrow brought in from the past. Just this moment right...
12/22/2022 5:00:00 AM
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