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What are the Best Fitness Apps?

Thanks to today’s technology, we have a variety of fitness apps at our disposal to help with our physical health and exercise goals. These applications can help you maintain your workout routine and help provide accountability, motivation, and even guidance on the best exercise routines for you. The question is, with so many fitness apps out there, which one should you choose? Here are some of the top fitness apps to consider: Daily Workouts Fitness Trainer With easy-to-follow video instruction and workout sessions ranging from five minutes to 30 minutes long, Daily Workouts Fitness Trainer is a great … Continue reading “What are the Best Fitness Apps?”

Healthy Eating Series: What is the Mediterranean Diet?

Looking for a non-restrictive eating plan that marries health benefits with delicious food (and even wine)? The Mediterranean Diet could be right for you. Read on to learn more about this fun, flavorful, and health-conscious diet. What is the Mediterranean Diet? The Mediterranean Diet is a way of eating inspired by the traditional diets of countries located near the Mediterranean Sea, such as Greece, Spain, Italy, Morocco, and Lebanon. American interest in the diets of these countries began during the 1950s, when researchers found that Mediterranean populations often experienced lower risks of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems than … Continue reading “Healthy Eating Series: What is the Mediterranean Diet?”

Tips to Improve Productivity in All Areas of Your Life

Today it seems like we have more to do than ever before. With that long to-do list comes stress—but it turns out that increasing your productivity can help decrease your stress. Here are a few productivity tips you can apply to your personal and professional life. Practice Morning Mindfulness Beginning each day with a few activities to inspire a positive mindset can make a huge difference in your productivity. Motivational speaker Mel Robbins suggests high-fiving yourself in the mirror each morning to build self-confidence. Alternatively, you might speak aloud or write down affirmations about your belief in your abilities or … Continue reading “Tips to Improve Productivity in All Areas of Your Life “

Can Increased Productivity Reduce Stress?

Most people are aware that higher stress levels are likely to decrease your productivity. When you’re stressed, you don’t perform as well. The National Library of Medicine even studied the phenomenon and found that higher stress scores equaled lower productivity scores regardless of factors like gender or race. Simply put, stress is a drain on productivity, no matter who you are. But there’s an inverse relationship that is also true: Increased productivity can actually reduce your stress levels. Here’s why: Productivity Makes You Feel Organized and Confident When you’re productive, how do you feel? Down in the dumps or … Continue reading “Can Increased Productivity Reduce Stress?”

Healthy Eating Series: Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes

Valentine’s Day is coming up fast. This is one of those holidays where sweet treats play a central role, from chocolate and candies to cakes, cookies, and pies. For those of us trying to eat healthily, it can be a difficult holiday – but there are plenty of recipes out there that allow you to indulge without going overboard. Here are some ideas for healthier Valentine’s Day dessert recipes: Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites These easy frozen bites, made with Greek yogurt, can be made with or without molds to shape them. Even better, they’re extremely simple. All you’ll … Continue reading “Healthy Eating Series: Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes”

Healthy Eating Series: What are Detox Diets?

Now that we’re beyond the overindulgence of the holiday season, we are trying to return to healthier eating habits and cut out junk food from our diets. One option that you might have heard of is the “detox diet.” But what does this term mean, exactly? And are detox diets a good option, or are they unhealthy? Keep reading to learn more about detox diets and their pros and cons. What is a Detox Diet? A detox diet means you cut out a certain type of food or ingredient from your diet. That food or ingredient could be almost … Continue reading “Healthy Eating Series: What are Detox Diets?”

Smart Lifestyle Trends to Follow in the New Year

The New Year is the perfect time to recommit to a healthy lifestyle or maintain it. Let’s take a look at some of the best healthy lifestyle trends to follow in 2023. Slow Living Have you ever heard of slow living? The term refers to leading a lifestyle that’s mindful, conscious, and meaningful. Essentially, slow living means taking a step back and remaining grounded. It directly opposes the hustle culture that’s dominated society in recent years. Slow living can influence everything from the interior design of your home to the food you eat to the meditation practices you follow – … Continue reading “Smart Lifestyle Trends to Follow in the New Year”

5 Healthy Kitchen Essentials for the Holiday Season

We all know how the holidays can wreck our healthy diets and lifestyles. But by having the right equipment in place, you can ensure you’re keeping up with your healthy snacks and meals as best you can. Let’s take a look at five kitchen essentials for the holiday season that can help you stay healthy. (Bonus tip: they make great gifts, too!) #1: Food Processor Pureeing, blending batters, making finely chopped veggies, creating sauces, making protein shakes… the possibilities with a food processor are endless. Having one in your kitchen around the holidays isn’t just convenient – it’s a great … Continue reading “5 Healthy Kitchen Essentials for the Holiday Season”

How to Stick to Healthy Eating During the Holidays

Big family meals, a constant rotation of sweets, unhealthy snacks at parties… the holidays can prove a difficult time of year to maintain your healthy eating habits. You’re not alone in the struggle – plenty of people struggle to stick to diets and healthy eating goals during this time of year. The question is, how do you combat it? Here are three tips for sticking to healthy eating during the holidays: Plan Ahead Plan ahead whenever you can to minimize the chance of cheating on your diet or overindulging in an unhealthy choice. Bring a healthy appetizer or meal … Continue reading “How to Stick to Healthy Eating During the Holidays”