It’s amusing how one can go literally years without getting sick or injured, then all of the sudden your body decides to give you hell. That was me this entire month of August. And now that I think of it, amused might be the wrong word choice. From terrible back strains, multiple doctor visits, a …
When you hear the word “addiction”, what comes to mind? Maybe some scary drugs like meth, tobacco, cocaine? Ever thought of sugar? Few would think to include sugar among the list of terrible substances and destructive behaviors that are addictive and devastating to lives. However, current However, current research has shown that processed sugar can be …
This post contains affiliate links. Did you know that sitting for 8-12 hours each day can be just as harmful to your health as smoking? Ya. I was shocked when I heard that too. Sitting for prolonged periods of time increases our risk for chronic disease (just like smoking). This hardly seems fair when our …
If you struggle with dry skin you’re going to LOVE this DIY coconut sugar scrub and coconut soap. I tend to have a problem with dry skin, especially in the winter. These soaps help keep my skin hydrated and NEVER oily. It’s quite the miracle. I’m a huge fan of coconut oil. Call me basic, …
Less than 10% of American’s will follow through with their New Year resolutions. It’s a sad but true fact. According to StatisticBrain.com, losing weight is the number one goal set by American’s in 2015. Sadly, only 8% of Americans followed through with their resolution. Too often sleeping in wins over working out. Pizza beats salad. Netflix …
I spent one entire day so worried I made myself physically ill. I once spent an entire week so stressed out I hardly ate. Another time, my anxiety levels were so high I hardly exercised for a whole month. Sound horrible? It was. Sadly, many of you have experienced similar issues with too much stress. …
With Thanksgiving coming up and Christmas only a month away, the most festive time of year is here! With the holiday season comes family gatherings and other social commitments. For the fitness fanatics and health nuts this time of year can be more stressful than fun. Cakes, cookies, and other sweets seem to be everywhere taunting us. …