Your health is the most important thing that you can take care of and devote energy to, and you should ideally be doing so on a regular basis. However, things don’t always work out that way on a consistent basis — people get busy and splurge from time to time, and that’s okay. Everything in moderation! However, it can be a great idea to invest in your health so you can take steps towards the wellness you deserve. From investments of time to financial investments, you can use these techniques to … [Read more...]
Love Tuna? Make Sure It is Ethical and Sustainable
I grew up eating tuna. My mom's tuna and egg salad is now a comfort food for me and I feel like I am channeling her whenever I make it for my own kids. Of course back then we didn't think much, or at all, about where the tuna in the cans came from. We didn't think about overfishing and responsible fishery that did not result in the deaths of other marine animals, like dolphins. We did not think about mercury content or fish farms where the fish are given genetically modified feed. In many ways I … [Read more...]
Making Herbal Infusions and Decoctions
There are a variety of ways that we can tap into the ancient practices of using natural remedies to heal and stay healthy. Some of the techniques involved in leveraging herbal remedies include compresses, decoction, ointments, infusions, poultices, syrups, tinctures, and tonics. This article will discuss two in particular and perhaps the easiest ways to use herbal remedies...infusions and decoctions. Quite simply and infusion is a hot or cold drink made from the leaves and flowers of herbs. A … [Read more...]
Hydration – What to Drink When Working Out
What to drink before, after, and during workouts is not as easy to figure out as it would seem. We all know water is best for us but water typically does not offer the energy boost and electrolytes we may want/need before and during workouts. It also may not be best for helping us to recover quickly from strenuous workouts. We may find ourselves reaching for something with a little more kick, but which drinks are best? What are our hydration options? Water – Even though you might bring more … [Read more...]
Celebrate Renewal With a Pine Bath
The pine tree is a popular symbol of the new year around the globe. It signifies renewal, power, and longevity. Many cultures believed that it made one youthful and it helped to ward off illness and disease. I can certainly see the association when I see the tall, strong, evergreen pines among the winter landscape when all it's comrades look like puny shadows of their former glory. When the days are dark and the going is tough, pine trees stand out majestically...as if to say "Nothing keeps me … [Read more...]
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