Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Connecting with nature has always been beneficial for our lives. Now, a new type of treatment, forest therapy, is examining the ways in which massive green spaces can heal us. Shinrin Yoku (Forest Bathing) Last year, Outside Magazine featured an article on shinrin yoku or “forest bathing,” a growing health trend in Japan since 1982.…
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What’s good for the heart may hurt the brain, according to a new study of the effects of alcohol. People who drink alcohol — even the moderate amounts that help prevent heart disease — have a smaller brain volume than those who do not, according to a study in the Archives of Neurology. A small…
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Stress Is Eating You Up When we feel stressed, many of us turn to food to ease the tension. This incessant snacking can lead to low energy and excess weight. However, with the right foods in our kitchens, we can literally eat our troubles away. According to an American Psychological Association study, 22 percent of Americans report extreme…
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An emergency first aid kit can help cure sudden burns and cuts, but an emergency stress kit can cure physical and emotional symptoms of stress. A stress kit is simple to make and can be a Mindful way to promote Mindful Health®. A stress kit contains prepared tools and supplies that’ll stop stress in its…
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Being an avid gardener who is allergic to pollen can put a major damper on your outdoor activities this spring, but it doesn’t have to be that way. There are steps you can take to limit your exposure to pollen while you tend to your yard so just follow this pollen prevention tips. Plants can…
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Are you addicted to stress? Check out these five Mindful Health® tips on how to reduce stress. According to the American Psychological Association, 20 percent of Americans describe their stress levels as extreme. Unfortunately, extreme levels of stress cause adrenaline to rush through your body, this creates a “natural high.” The endorphins and dopamine can become quite…
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From shampoos to hair gels, we use a lot of products to keep our hair looking beautiful. Yet, the cost of beauty could mean jeopardizing our health and the environment. Fortunately, there are organic hair products and natural hair care tips that can help nourish your hair. The Dangers of Parabens, Silicones, Sulfates, and More…
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It’s estimated that 4.4 percent of the world’s population is struggling with depression—that’s over 322 million people. And unfortunately, the rate of common mental disorders, such as depression, has increased in recent years especially in lower-income countries. Today the World Health Organization (WHO) is shining a light on this mental health crisis with their “Depression:…
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As pollen fills the air, millions of Americans start reaching for their Kleenex. It’s officially spring allergy season, also known as allergic rhinitis, and it can be tiring. Fortunately, there are a few tips that can help you deal with spring allergies. Spring Allergies Symptoms Spring allergies are not caused by a virus, like other…
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When you get tired and depressed getting out in the sun feels good for your body and soul. A study published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry found men with higher levels of vitamin D consistently performed better on memory tests as well as on mood and physical activity levels. This study reinforces medical…
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