Bruises are quite the pain — literally and physically. They often show up when we can hardly remember how we got them and leave eye-catching blemishes, leading to family and friends saying, “How in the world did you get that?” … read more
Alexandra Burns
The Mental Benefits of Miniature Crafting
Imagine if your home suddenly turned into a miniature house. Picture your chandelier, now made from plastic multi-colored beads and metal scraps. Or a little nook tucked between your dusty books, revealing a world filled with all things small and… read more
The Power of a Hug
Hugging has been a symbol of intimacy and emotional bonding for at least 6,000 years, according to HealthCentral, with early humans using embraces to preserve body heat. Aside from being a warm and polite way to greet a friend or… read more
Why We Can’t Stop Seeking Dopamine
Have you ever wondered why it feels almost impossible to put your phone down after scrolling on Instagram for hours at night? Dopamine addiction might be to blame. Dopamine can trap you in a cycle of repetitive and sometimes negative behaviors.… read more
Understanding Vitamin B12: Why it Matters and How to Treat at Deficiency
For those feeling overtired or noticing a pattern of mood swings, low energy and stomach discomfort, the solution might be increasing your vitamin B12 intake. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that powers our minds and our wellbeing, helping us… read more
The Long Goodbye : A Daughters Journey of Love, Loss and Alzheimer’s
When I visited home during my senior year of college, I stood with my mother in my father’s master bathroom and slathered his face in shaving cream. As he sat motionless in his wheelchair, I gently held his arms in… read more
How to Properly Clean and Organize Your Fridge
We’ve all been there: strawberries spotted with mold on the back refrigerator shelf, a mason jar full of some concoction you haven’t touched in months. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to efficiently clean out your refrigerator, so the next… read more
Festive Ferments:
From mulled kombucha to probiotic-rich sauerkraut on holiday tables, here is how gut health can join the Thanksgiving celebration, allowing you to leave the dinner table without clutching your stomach in pain. What is Gut Health? Your gut consists of… read more
