More people today than ever before are searching for ways to improve health, boost energy, reduce stress and restore functionality. They also want to relieve pain, balance emotions and sharpen their mental focus. Due to the busyness of modern life, people are looking for simple ways that don't take up a lot of time. You may consider Chinese healing techniques if you haven't yet found the right … [Read more...]

Ruthless Lessons Part 1 Some people see others with the innocence of a child, believing that they are innocent and good. They tend to be optimistic, naive and idealistic, and to assume the best intentions. They also have a lot of compassion and empathy. It is a beautiful thing to have these qualities. But part of maturing and growing beyond childhood means removing the … [Read more...]

Many sports medicine professionals, as well as other medical professionals, continue to express their concern about the use and misuse of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including over-the-counter painkillers that contain acetaminophen. Consider the fact that the number one cause of liver failure in the United States is acetaminophen poisoning. Acetaminophen poisoning is the No. 1 … [Read more...]

What foods should we eat for a healthy brain? Sugar is a staple of the Western diet. You'll find it in most supermarkets. Sugar isn't a problem when it is natural, like in fruit or honey. Sugar is found in many of the readily available products. Avoid these foods: Drinks with Sugar Sugary drinks can have a negative impact on the brain. They not only increase your waistline, but also your … [Read more...]

It is found in rocks, sediments and river beds. It is an organic substance and belongs to humic acids. These acids can be very helpful in improving human health, and increasing the effectiveness of the immune system. These acids are available in artificial food supplements as well as natural sources. The microbes produce it. It is formed by the decomposition and release of good bacteria. Here … [Read more...]

When women's hormonal and biological needs are not met, they can spiral into depression. Everyone will experience depression at some point. Women are at a higher risk than men of having a bout of depression that can turn into'major clinical depression. There is some evidence that hormonal or biological makeup could be partially to blame. Women are more susceptible to depression during … [Read more...]

Listen to your body when managing stress. Your body is an expression of your thoughts. The body is constantly a living expression of your mind. It can communicate emotions with facial expressions or posture, and it can also manifest more complex psychological issues. These issues may influence our life experience and lead to injuries and sickness. By noticing your body and being mindful, you … [Read more...]

Sweet, juicy strawberries with their vibrant color can enhance the taste and appearance of any dish. They are not only tasty, but they also contain antioxidants that protect the body against cellular damage from free radicals. Strawberry Nutrients A cup of strawberries contains 50 calories, and 3 grams of fiber. Most of this fiber is soluble. Fiber regulates digestion and lowers the risk of … [Read more...]

We can't protect ourselves without understanding trust As I prepare curriculum for my class, Becoming Unf*ckwithable I began to muse about what it takes to be vulnerable, yet protected against those who may wish to harm us. And whenever I think about strength and vulnerability in the same sentence I think of Brene and her research on what makes people "wholehearted". Her findings … [Read more...]