The BOSU Balance Trainer has been around since the year 2000, and with 17 years under its belt, we can safely say that this half ball is not a fad. Made in the United States, the BOSU ball was created… read more
Health
The Pros & Cons of Intermittent Fasting
The practice of fasting has been used for centuries in many religions to create spiritual discipline. In recent years, the health and fitness community in the West has adopted fasting as a tool for weight loss as well as a… read more
The Physical Health Benefits of Daily Meditation
The thought of sitting in quiet contemplation for an extended period is not always inviting. For the novice, meditation seems nearly impossible to get the hang of, but with practice and repetition, it can become an activity you look forward… read more
The Rambutan
The rambutan looks like a snack straight out of a Dr. Seuss book. Despite its spikey appearance, do not be swayed from enjoying this funky fruit’s unique flavor profile and many health benefits. As noted by Healthline, this fruit is… read more
Can One Small Life Change Lead to Bigger Ones?
My ongoing list of “things I could do better” in the health department has filled these pages for years and my brain for decades. Often, I feel like I spend 17% of my waking life wrestling with habit-forming, decision-making, and… read more
What You Need to Know About the Risks of Tanning and Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. It is estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates… read more
5 Foods to Beat the Heat
It’s summer again. The sun is perched high in the sky, moving its golden fingertips over the landscape below. The mosquitos are picking and pricking their next victims — behind them, a predatory dragonfly buzzes loudly, ready to eat whatever… read more
Recognizing the Signs of Heatstroke
Hanging around in the sun is all fun and games until someone gets hurt — or heatstroke. There are several different heat-related illnesses you can acquire from too much sun exposure, like heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn and heat rash,… read more
Why Should You Try Food Journaling?
I started food journaling this last year. I was on one of those New Year health kicks and wanted to start dieting and keeping track of my calories. A friend of mine introduced me to an app called MyPlate. It’s… read more
Workout Safety 101: Stay Fit, Stay Safe
Engaging in regular exercise is a fantastic way to maintain fitness and overall well-being. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), routine physical activity can help strengthen our bones and muscles, reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease… read more
