Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Over the years, families, schools, and companies around the world have been going green. This environmental initiative has changed the way we think about our trash and our other harmful practices that are further polluting our planet. This going green movement has a huge, positive impact on the environment, but that’s not all. Going green…
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Mushrooms can be very good for us, and who doesn’t like a hot, soothing bowl of soup? Did you know that all edible mushrooms contain varying degrees of protein and fibre? Mushrooms contain B vitamins as well as a powerful antioxidant called selenium, which helps support the immune system. In addition, white button mushrooms are…
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Wellness means more than just the absence of illness. Focusing on wellness and aging while practicing self care helps us put our emphasis on prevention and health. Self Care means: Eating a healthy diet Exercising our wonderful bodies Being aware of the stress in your life Practicing stress reduction methods on a regular basis Finding…
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A landmark National Institutes of Health (NIH) study now shows that lowering your blood pressure can save your life. It specifically shows that a lower target blood pressure of 120 greatly reduces cardiovascular complications and deaths in older adults. Do you need tips on how to lower your blood pressure? We’ve got you covered! Study on…
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When a patient asks their doctor for advice on sleep improvement, many physicians will offer sleep hygiene tips like having a tranquil bedroom environment or avoiding stimulants (caffeine or nicotine) at night. While these tips are helpful, a new study shows that mindful awareness practices may be a better solution. In a Los Angeles study,…
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Diabetes is a complicated disease that affects millions of Americans—every year 1.4 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes can lead to a host of other complications include eye problems, strokes, hypertension, and kidney disease. Fortunately, studies have found that you can reduce your risk of diabetes and these other health problems by reducing your…
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The world was shocked after the suicides of fashion designer Kate Spade and television chef Anthony Bourdain. Their deaths have created a greater awareness of the tragic results of suicide and the importance of suicide prevention. One of the most common misconceptions about suicide is that the person had mental health issues such as depression…
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Have you been having trouble losing those last 10 pounds? Sometimes exercising and cutting back on unhealthy food isn’t enough. Sleep deprivation can affect your health. In fact, lack of sleep causes weight gain. Sleep and Weight Gain Research shows that lack of sleep causes obesity. In a report from the University of Colorado Sleep and Chronobiology Laboratory, the…
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Looking for a refreshing salad to satisfy your hunger. Try this Mindful broccoli salad recipe with soy bacon. It is incredibly nutritious and full of yummy flavor. Broccoli is a great superfood that tastes good in salads and soups. It’s a great source of vitamin C and vitamin K. Studies show us that broccoli stimulates…
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Science tells us that humans are healthier and live longer when we live as a community and are close to one another. There are many ways to touch and be touched to get healthy and feel loved. When we touch another or are touched by someone we experience a relaxing and healing feeling. This is…
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