Many of us have health-related goals, such as losing weight, quitting smoking, or joining the neighborhood health club. While it is common to set high goals, experts say that setting smaller goals could do more for our health. “Small steps are achievable and are easier to fit into your daily routine,” says James O….
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It is a common misconception that coconut oil is bad for you. However, people worldwide are experiencing the healthy benefits of using coconut oil. Here are the top 7 reasons you should use coconut oil instead of other oils. Coconut oil doesn’t turn into fat in your body. Unlike many other common…
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When you’re stressed out, the foods you turn to may most likely be traditional ‘comfort’ foods. Think big meals, take-out, fatty foods, sweet foods, and alcohol. Let’s face it – we’ve all found comfort in a tasty meal, a bottle of beer, or a glass of wine when we’ve been stressed out or upset about…
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Unless you’ve been under a rock, you’ve probably heard many experts recommend regular meditation practice for stress relief, reduced blood pressure, weight management, anxiety, mood, and overall health. I’ve been meditating regularly for over six years. But I still remember the time when I didn’t meditate daily. Back then, I thought that meditating was mystical…
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Do you ever struggle with getting a good night’s sleep? I never used to have this problem. I would lay my head on the pillow, and seconds later, I would be out cold until the alarm went off in the morning. Back then, I only averaged five to six hours of sleep per…
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Can I ask you a question? What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail? Would you learn to speak Japanese? Take a salsa dance class or learn to play the fly a plane? Start your own business? Or would you commit to losing that spare tire around your belly and getting out for…
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We all know that sleep is essential, but statistically, about 70% of American adults are sleep deprived. Sleep may be as crucial to your health as diet and exercise as you get older. You need that time overnight to allow your body to repair and restore. And this is crucial because if you’re not getting…
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We’ve all been hearing about the importance of gut health. But what role does it play in your overall health? According to Ayurveda, the gut and digestion play an essential role in your immunity. Therefore, having a strong digestive fire, or Agni, is one of the indicators of good health. When you have…
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“How often should I workout” is a question that I get all the time from my clients. And the short answer is, “it depends.” The longer answer is that your body craves activity. Your muscles, joints, organs, and cells love it. Exercise helps improve your circulation and move your lymph. Moving your body is also…
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