10 Interesting Facts About Acne
Most of us have been affected by acne at some point in our lives. It’s a common occurrence for teens and even some adults. So, it makes sense that acne is a common topic of discussion. With the entire buzz, it’s not hard to believe that there are so many misconceptions and myths on the [...]
4 Ways to Relax and Re-Energize
You might be scratching your head a bit, wondering, “How can I possibly relax at the same time as re-energizing my body?” Most activities that we take part in usually have one or the other affect, rarely both simultaneously. But when you find the right activities and the right ways to unwind and rebalance your [...]
The Ketosis Myth: Is it Really Bad for You?
You have probably heard people say that high protein, low carb diets like the Atkins diet are bad for you because you need carbohydrates to survive, but have you ever wondered if that person really had any idea what they were talking about? Ketosis, which is the state that your body enters when it burns [...]
Natural Solutions to Acne
Millions—not just teens—suffer from acne, physically and psychologically. Pain, unattractive skin, itching, embarrassment…whatever the issue, most people choose the wrong remedy. Creams and ointments help only temporarily. Ending acne means thinking differently. Think cause—not symptom. Think: internal. Stress and hormone imbalance are factors. But the biggest cause is diet. The real answers are three… First: [...]
Alcohol Withdrawal: How To Gradually Cut Down On Your Alcohol Intake
Many people have problems with alcohol. That does not mean that they are an alcoholic, but at times in someone’s life, especially during stressful times, they may find themselves drinking too much or too often. Even if they are not alcoholics, not getting this under control can lead to alcoholism. However, cutting off drinking cold [...]
Stop Drop and Roll: How To Stay Cool in a Crisis
Keeping calm in the face of a crisis is no easy task. A crisis, by definition, is stressful. Have you ever wondered how some people seem to keep their heads screwed on straight no matter which situation they’re facing? We wondered the same thing! It seems that there are some people on this planet that [...]
Beat Insomnia with your Bedroom Design
Around one third of the population suffers from insomnia. The effects of sleep deprivation can be far more severe than just “feeling tired during the day.” Sleep deprivation can have a serious impact on your health and wellbeing, and is one of the leading sources of car accidents too. Insomnia is caused by many different [...]
Getting a Relaxing Massage
Sometimes all we need is a nice, hour-long relaxing massage to get out of whatever funk we’re in. College students are always looking for ways to relax after their long commutes. Getting a relaxing massage could help them get refreshed before heading back to school. Once you start getting massages you’ll become hooked because of [...]
Don’t Be SAD: Treatments for Seasonal Affective Disorder
Each year, when the cold weather hits, we winterize our homes by wrapping pipes, reversing ceiling fan circulation, and checking window insulation. We also take strides to protect our bodies from the elements. Sweaters and coats get moved from the back of the closet to the forefront. Scarves and mittens get pulled out of storage. [...]
Ear Ringing, An American Epidemic
Ear ringing is a chronic health condition that should be taken very seriously. Although, most people associate ringing in ears as an annoying symptom of Tinnitus, the truth is that ringing of the cochlear inner ear can lead to much larger health problems such as hypertension, also known as high blood pressure and complications of [...]
