There is no denying the fact that buying food is expensive, and prices seem to rise every time we go to the checkout. Fresh fruits, vegetables and meat products are all a significant strain on a family’s weekly budget, especially when we are trying to opt for the healthiest and freshest options available. Its all […]
There are many addictions that affect people around the world; some are serious such as alcohol and cigarettes, others less so like shopping or chocolate. Today, one of the most widely held addictions is to coffee. But what many regular coffee-drinkers don’t realize is that drinking large amounts of caffeine can seriously impact your endocrine […]
We have all heard the commercials touting the positive effects of the probiotics found in products like yogurt. Probiotics, known as “good bacteria,” are live bacteria that are linked to a number of health benefits, including better digestion. Recent studies, however, suggest that probiotics could be useful for so much more than this. An important piece […]
When we put our bodies under long periods of physical and emotional stress, we deplete our levels of key nutrients, hormones and neurotransmitters. Left untreated, this can quickly lead to long term health problems like adrenal fatigue. To recover from chronic stress and give ourselves a chance to heal, one of the things we need to […]
There are numerous options for those of us looking to reduce stress. Yoga, walking and deep breathing exercises are among some of the most well-known. As it turns out, scientists have discovered that relief might be closer than you think: at the end of your arm to be exact! Research has shown that holding hands […]
Think of a time when someone you know was nervously pacing back and forth in front of you, and how restless it made you feel. Or about a time when someone told you to calm down because you were stressing them out, too. Many of us have long theorized that the stress one person is […]
Have you ever wondered how the experts cope with stress themselves? I did too, and that’s why I’ve spent the last couple of months contacting experts from all areas of health and wellness, asking them for their personal, unique perspectives on stress management. This page contains contributions from 50 experts, including MDs, psychologists, naturopaths, nutritionists, […]
What exactly is yoga? It began in ancient India before being adopted as a Hindu discipline. It has garnered a great deal of popularity in recent years, and is often practiced for health and relaxation rather than spiritual awareness. Although the term ‘yoga’ is actually very broad, it often incorporates some sort of breathing control, simple meditation, […]
A recent study has shown that if you drink five cups of green tea each day, you may reduce occurrences of psychological distress by up to 20 percent. A study consisting of 42,093 Japanese individuals found that 2,774 people (approximately 6.6%) were victims of psychological stress. However, this number was significantly lower among green tea […]
The term meditation can refer to a number of practices that use mental techniques to promote numerous physical and emotional benefits. Meditation involves engaging in contemplation or reflection as a mental exercise in order to relax or gain a higher level of spiritual awareness. Usually meditation is practiced in a quiet place, but some types […]
Fawne Hansen is an author and wellness coach specializing in the treatment of chronic stress and adrenal fatigue.
