Real Wellness
Napping is for babies and toddlers. Or is it? As it turns out, a power nap of 10 to 30 minutes a day could be beneficial to all of us. You’ll love to hear that Albert Einstein, Thomas Edison and John F. Kennedy were all known to enjoy a short nap in the afternoon. With […]
Some people are always chilly. Women, more often than men, have a tendency to feel cold. Is that just a fact of life, or could there be something more going on? If you feel cold all the time, it could be from a specific cause. Being female Women really are colder than men in general. […]
As many of you probably know, acai is a dark purple berry native to South America. Acai berries are rich in antioxidants known as anthocyanins, the same antioxidants found in blueberries. However, acai berries are nearly 10 times higher in antioxidants than blueberries. Acai berries are sold in the United States in several forms. The […]
Research now shows that what you eat may not be the only important dietary factor when it comes to your health. The quantity of calories you eat is also important, as well as the timing. This new research is presented in a paper entitled, “Meal Frequency And Timing In Health And Disease” that was published […]
Our pets are more than just domesticated animals. They become a part of our family, our adopted children. As family members, we want to ensure that they get the proper nutrition they need. Many of us feed our pets scraps from the table because we want to share our nutritious treats. Although it seems harmless, […]
Whether you are a “morning person” or not, how much thought do you give to the start of your day? Do you realize that by adopting a few simple morning rituals you can supercharge your whole day? Here are some morning rituals that can help you to be happier, more creative, and successful! Get physical […]
Are you sitting more than usual? Does your job require you to sit at a desk for long periods? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then you should listen up. Research has found that sitting for long periods can harm your health. There is, however, one thing that you can do daily […]
Researchers have studied the Mediterranean diet extensively over the past decade. It has been associated with a decrease in heart disease, diabetes, inflammation and obesity. Findings on the diet’s health benefits have always been positive, and the diet is supported by health professionals, nutritionists and fitness enthusiasts. Dr. Janet Bond Brill of the University of […]
The Chinese martial art of tai chi can be beneficial to people suffering with chronic illnesses, according to research in the British Journal of Sports Medicine (2015), conducted by Dr. Yi-Wen Chen and colleagues at the Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia, Canada. The study suggests that this thirteenth-century practice has positive health […]
We’ll admit it: Hypnosis can sound intimidating, or at very least like something from a Hollywood movie. Yet the traditional technique — often classified as an alternative health option — has been used across the globe for thousands of years. In light of claims that hypnosis can help people overcome habits like smoking and conditions […]
