Essential oils are gaining in popularity – largely because they’re helpful with so many different health issues. I’ve already shared my best tips for clearing a clogged ear due to sinus congestion, ear wax, fluid in the ear from a cold/flu, or swimmers ear. Today, I’ll show you how essential oils can be used to help […]
Did you see the circular bruises on Michael Phelps and other athletes competing in the Rio Olympics? The bruises on his back nearly got more attention than all of the medals he won in the pool! Lots of Olympians, celebrities, and other athletes believe in the healing properties of cupping therapy. Cupping (also known as fire cupping or Chinese […]
You’ve seen the commercials… the list of side effects for many popular medications can be overwhelming. And, that’s only half of the story. Medication interactions are also very important. Doctors and pharmacists sometimes tell you what you shouldn’t do while you’re taking certain prescriptions. But they usually don’t tell you what you shouldn’t eat. Following are 6 foods that do not […]
While I’m sure you’ve heard that fiber is an important component of a healthy diet, you probably don’t know much about the health benefits of a high fiber diet — like the DASH diet. What’s so special about fiber, and why are you probably not eating enough of it? Dietary fiber is the part of plant foods that […]
High blood pressure isn’t something to mess around with. It can be hard to keep under control — especially since some foods will raise your blood pressure without you even realizing it. If you’re diagnosed with high blood pressure, follow your doctor’s instructions (including taking any medications prescribed) and try to cut down on foods that contain high amounts […]
I was watching The Doctors TV show the other day, and they were talking about BRCA testing – who should get it and who shouldn’t. The BRCA test is a simple blood (or saliva) test that can help prepare you for some rather unfortunate health predicaments during your lifetime. However, most people fear the results – because if […]
The practices of online counseling and life coaching have been offered for the last few years — though you might not have even known. You probably have your own ways of coping with life’s stress, but when meditation or yoga stop helping or you just need to talk things through with a professional — online therapy […]
I suffer from anxiety. I’ve tried medications and although they can be helpful (especially for panic attacks), I prefer dealing with anxiety in natural ways. Medication and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are often prescribed to treat anxiety, but if you’re like me, the idea of taking mind-altering medications isn’t a long-term solution. The following all-natural […]
I had a weird spot on my leg that my dermatologist told me I should have removed. Yep, I was about to have my first skin biopsy. It was an odd-looking, freckle-like spot — an irregularly shaped brown spot a few millimeters in size, which was too small to be a mole, but too large to be a […]
I’ve been walking 10,000 steps each day — most days. It’s a personal goal that I’ve set for myself. If you recently got a fitness tracker, then you are probably striving to meet that same daily goal, too. Wondering how many steps make a mile?… An average person has a stride length of approximately 2.1 to 2.5 […]
Karma Yoga (or selfless service) is a wonderfully liberating practice. If you engage in service to others without an attachment to your ego, you’ll find that you gain freedom from unwanted thoughts. The first thing that comes to my mind is the feeling you get from doing random acts of kindness. But it’s much more than […]
