Archive for the ‘Research and Statistics’ Category

How Can I Stop Drinking Soda?

Why stop drinking? Make Up You Mind – You have to make to make up your mind to give it up. Even if you’re just trying to cut back on your soda consumption, it can take a firm commitment to make it happen. Switch to Diet Sodas – Gradually make the switch to diet sodas. […]

Benefits of Deep Breathing

10 Quick Benefits of Deep Breathing: Breathing Detoxifies and Releases Toxins Your body is designed to release 70% of its toxins through breathing. If you are not breathing effectively, you are not properly eliminating your body of its toxins i.e. other systems in your body must work overtime which could eventually lead to illness. When you […]

Being a Vegan

With a positive attitude, a desire to make a change in a healthy direction, and some diligence in grocery aisles, it is possible to discover a whole new world (possibly a better one) and receive a multitude of physical, mental and emotional benefits (not to mention financial savings!). The vegan diet is appropriate for all […]

Breathing Properly While Running

Learning how to breathe properly while running and exercising can help you run faster and longer with less effort, and prevent you from getting painful side-aches and stitches during your workout. Learn How to Breathe Properly Breathe with your belly, not with your chest. Your belly should move in and out with every breath. If […]

Adding Vegetables to Your Diet

Increasing vegetable intake is one way you can change your diet to improve your health and promote weight loss. Vegetables provide various essential vitamins and nutrients that bodies need to work properly every day. How to Add Vegetables to Your Diet: Try to include 1 or 2 vegetables in every meal or snack you eat […]

Why & How to Meditate?

Benefits of Meditation: Lower Blood Pressure Improved Blood Circulation Lower Heart Rate Less Perspiration Slower Respiratory Rate Less Anxiety Lower Blood Cortisol Levels More Feeling of Well-Being Less Stress Deeper Relaxation How to Meditate: Simple Meditation for Beginners Sit or lie comfortably Close your eyes Make no effort to control the breath; simply breathe naturally […]

Reasons to Drink Water

Top 11 Benefits of Drinking Water Lose Weight Natural Remedy for Headache Look Younger with Healthier Skin Better Productivity at Work Better Exercise Helps in Digestion Less Cramps and Sprains Less Likely to Get Sick and Feel Healthy Relives Fatigue Good Mood Reduce the Risk of Cancer Harmful Effects/Symptoms of Dehydration Dry, sticky mouth Sleepiness […]

High Fiber Foods

Health Benefits of Fiber Blood sugar control Heart Health Stroke Weight loss and management Skin Health Best High Fiber Foods Apples The peels are an important source of fiber and nutrients. One medium apple with peel has 4.4 grams of fiber. Pears One medium pear has 5.5 grams of fiber, which definitely goes a long […]

Facts & Tips About Walking

Top 8 reasons to walk: Walking prevents type 2 diabetes Walking strengthens your heart Walking is good for your brain Walking is good for your bones Walking helps alleviate symptoms of depression Walking reduces the risk of breast and colon cancer Walking improves fitness Walking improves physical function Tips for Walking: Walk with a partner […]

Simple Balance Exercises

Poor balance affects people of all ages, and can lead to falls that often result in injuries. The elderly are especially susceptible  to injuries related to incoordination and poor balance, such as dislocated or broken hips. Exercises that improve balance can help decrease the risk of injury and boost confidence, and it’s the first step in a complete workout […]