We all know that sleep is important…not only for our mental well-being, but physically as well. But did you know that your sleep quality is affected by exercising? Little do people know, getting in a lifting session, a run, or a few laps in the pool can significantly improve how well you sleep at night. While we are sleeping, multiple processes are happening within the … [Read more...]

As a woman, you may find that your day-to-day looks similar to other women in your life. These similarities may include things like dropping off or picking up your children from school, working eight-hour days, running errands and cooking dinner. Whatever your daily checklist may require, as women we are constantly on the go and often making commitments on top of prior … [Read more...]

Shopping for cosmetics to ensure our skin is glowy and healthy is becoming more of a challenge as the results of product studies are coming in. We may have primarily stopped using heavy metals in cosmetics, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that all the ingredients are entirely safe. Many ingredients frequently found in skin care products have been linked to endocrine … [Read more...]

Despite the somewhat widely held opinion that our memory weakens as we age, it doesn’t mean that the loss will be sudden. Unless you’re experiencing early onset dementia, it’s more likely that you won’t even notice your memory getting less sharp. However, you might have been seeing some signs that your memory isn’t as good as it used to be. If you have to write everything … [Read more...]

Age may give us wisdom, but that doesn’t mean all seniors know what’s best when it comes to taking care of their health. The past decades have been rife with misinformation about trendy diets, exercise machines, and other health fads that have come and gone. Over time, it’s easy to feel jaded about it all and simply get by day to day the best you can. However, your senior … [Read more...]

It’s odd how people experience the benefits of self-care almost every day, yet many misunderstand what it’s all about. Some seem to believe it has to do with working out and getting physically fit, while others believe it is nothing more than self-indulgence—a waste of otherwise productive time. In actuality, self-care is a very simple thing; it’s the way you feel when … [Read more...]

We can all admit that things are not always altogether positive in our lives. There will be times when we can find ourselves in a rut, wondering where it all went wrong. In these moments it is crucial that we not let ourselves get stuck there. So, how can we, allow and encourage positivity back into our day to day lives. Here, we will share some great ideas on how to do … [Read more...]

Ever wonder how those girls in magazines get their skin so beautiful and glowy? Much can be said about how to care for your skin, but ask any beauty specialist, and they will tell you about the six fundamental things you can do to keep your skin young and glowing. Before we get into those, it’s important to remember that what causes skin not to look as great as it should, is … [Read more...]

Let’s face it; we are all trying to find a way to hold onto our good looks. One way that you can do that is to eat foods that help keep your cells well fed and producing the much-needed energy you require to enjoy life. Berries There are more berries than I care to name, but every one of them contains antioxidants that are vital for skin health. One such berry is the … [Read more...]