The journey through menopause involves various changes, both positive and negative. One of the downsides is that a decline in estrogen levels could result in raised body temperature and weight. Therefore, managing the fluctuating symptoms of menopause can be crucial. Typically, menopause occurs at 51, and it means no periods for a year. However, signs of menopause could emerge earlier than … [Read more...]

Since the pandemic began, garden supply stores have done better than many other retail businesses. It is clear why this is happening: We are seeing the fragility of our food supply chain for the first time in many of our lives. Food insecurity has been on the rise lately, causing many people to start "victory gardens" or food gardens to ensure they have a reliable food supply. During a highly … [Read more...]

"Healthy" is often used to describe physical health, but it can also refer to mental, emotional, and social health. It's important to remember that each person has their own definition of what being healthy means to them. If you look up "health" on Instagram, you'll mostly find people with perfect bodies who are selling supplements, diet foods, and juicing equipment. You get the picture—you’ve … [Read more...]

One of the biggest decisions consumers find themselves making at the grocery store is whether or not to buy organic products. While the term “organic” has been hyped up in recent years, it is not always clear to consumers what benefits they get from buying food that has this label. Additionally, organic items are often more costly than their non-organic counterparts. When deciding whether or … [Read more...]

There are many opportunities in life to try new things, but it can be hard to take advantage of them. Sometimes people are not aware of the reasons why they should do something. If feeling comfortable signifies that our basic needs are being met, why would we seek to abandon it? Most people are held back by their frame of mind rather than any distinct lack of knowledge. The following … [Read more...]

The feeling of anxiety when a deadline is approaching and you're not close to finishing the project, or when you wanted to do something and didn't get to it, is a common experience. Addressing why a lack of productivity happens can be difficult, but there are ways to improve your focus and concentration to be more productive. Before we continue, let's discuss whether there is enough evidence … [Read more...]

Walking downhill may seem to be a breeze. Descending will be easier after you crest the hill and can take a break to catch your breath. It takes less energy to go downhill, but you can still get a workout and be healthy. Adding stress to your joints may cause knee pain in some people. There are things you can do to make your downhill walking more enjoyable and reduce your chances of getting … [Read more...]

In our modern world, there is a lot of waste. This waste is polluting our environment, including the soil, the air, and the water. In terms of plastic alone, the world goes through nine billion tons of it, just in single use containers. The Mariana Trench is the deepest place on earth, and plastic has been found there. It has also been found on top of Mount Everest, and a study found that humans … [Read more...]

As humans we often allow our own thoughts to get in the way of pursuing the dreams that we've always tossed around our heads. It is up to us to reframe this thinking into a thought process that aids us instead of hinders us. Marie Forleo provides listeners with the proper tools to alter the various belief systems that may be holding them back from achieving their dreams. She shows us how to … [Read more...]

When we feel pain, it is a signal from our bodies that something isn't right. But pain can be acute, or, as in the case with about 20% of people, it can be chronic. And for people with chronic pain, fasting may be a treatment option. Fasting has been around since ancient times, and is thought to aid in cellular repair, as well as helping to reduce inflammation. It can also be used to boost your … [Read more...]

Many of us feel burned out because we are not aligning our energy with nature. During winter, it is time to slow down, rest and restore, and to eat earth vegetables, soup, and ginger and garlic dug up during the fall. In spring, we should shake off the stillness and spend more time outside. Consume fresh dandelion greens and similar herbs. Summer brings longer days and more time for both work and … [Read more...]