You’re probably familiar with the stereotypical meat battle, and you probably have your own convictions, as most people do. Regardless of how you feel or where you stand, you may be looking for reasons to eat less meat. Perhaps you’re taking a stand against animal cruelty, or maybe you’re just looking to switch up your …
Meditation is nothing new. The ancient process of centering your mindfulness is seen through history in the 5th and 6th century Buddhist and Taoists, and recently it’s had a popularity surge in modern culture. Thanks in part to several large studies that tout the health benefits of mindful meditation, more people are using the technique …
Modern lifestyles and toxins tend to go hand in hand, unfortunately, but you may be surprised by just how many chemicals might be present in the foods you eat. Even seemingly safe products, like bottled water, may have traces of contaminants that can be more harmful than good for your body. The following nine foods …
One of the worst things about summer is that the mosquitoes are out in full-force. Being outside in the summer usually consists of putting on bug spray and incessantly swatting away at the little blood-sucking pests before they can sink their teeth in. Unfortunately, some of the chemicals in bug sprays are dangerous. Therefore, it …
With so many different books out there these days, it can be hard to find reads that are filled with genuine and helpful advice. Wellness involves what we eat, how we think, what we do, and the environment we live in. Knowledge is power—and reading books focused on wellness is one of the best ways …
It seems like a daunting task to keep your family from exposure to toxic chemicals found in food, air, water, and in their natural environments. In today’s world, it’s possible to have nearly 700 harmful contaminants in our bodies at any given time, and they often come from places we think should be safe. When …
The way you spend your time in the morning sets the tone for how the rest of your day will unfold. If you wake up feeling frazzled and hurried, then you’ll continue to bring that overwhelm and anxiety with you through the day. With all the commitments we have, it’s easy to wake up, quickly …
There’s an epidemic of unhealthy eating in the United States. According to the Center for Science in Public Interest, unhealthy eating leads to more than 675,000 deaths every single year. These deaths are caused by a simple lack of nutrition. When the body doesn’t get enough nutrients, you see a spike in serious issues like …