If you’re well acquainted with the afternoon slump, consider yourself in good company. It seems like every year, Americans are sleeping less, working more, and drinking more coffee to get through the day. The good news is that a few simple healthy habits can make a big difference in our energy.
The fluctuating hormones that govern our reproductive cycle make us naturally sensitive to imbalances. When we start feeling burned out, brain-foggy, weak, and moody, it’s time to take another look at our nutrition. Here are four of the most essential supplements for women.
We all experience periods of stress when life becomes a little “too much.” Though we often think of stress as psychological, it’s also physical. Stress triggers chemical reactions that affect nearly every system of the body in disruptive ways. Here are the long-term effects of stress on the body.
If you often have trouble sleeping well, you’re not alone. About a third of Americans say that they lie awake a few times a week. Stress and certain lifestyle habits can disrupt your circadian rhythms in ways that make it harder to sleep. The good news is that these habits are easy to fix.
Research suggests that ashwagandha can be very effective at improving our tolerance to stress and reducing its harmful effects on our health. This is good news for everyone, but it’s especially good for women. To understand why, you need to understand what stress is doing to your body.
The COVID-19 pandemic has been a whirlwind of emotions for many people. Some of us have had close friends or family members suffer from the illness, while others have lost their jobs and had their finances thrown into a state of uncertainty. To help, here are some tips that can help to reduce the stress of not knowing what's around the corner.
When you just can't get your mind to stop spinning or your shoulders to unclench, it's helpful to know some relaxing breathing techniques. Your breath is one thing that you can always control, even when other events are out of your hands. Here are 3 simple breathing exercises that are easy to try.
I'm sure you've been told about the importance of eating a balanced diet, regularly exercising, and sleeping. The problem is, we all live busy lives and we can't always follow a strict diet and exercise program.
That is where supplements come in. Providing yourself with some natural vitamins and supplements can help to give you the [...]
Yoga is a popular way to improve balance, flexibility and strength while also enjoying some relaxing time. It may also include meditation and deep breathing, which can help declutter your mind and trigger the relaxation response.
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) reports that anxiety disorders affect roughly 40 million adult Americans. Conventional medications do not address the root cause of the problem and only treat symptoms. But natural remedies can be safe and effective way to help calm the mind and the nerves.
