Sometimes you get on a career path when you are young and become so accustomed to working in that field, you never leave — even if you are unhappy. When is it time for a career change? Well, surprise! You… read more
Christy Piña
Reap the Benefits of Carrots for Humans and Dogs!
There are very few foods that are good for both humans and their best friends, dogs. Carrots happen to be one of them! The benefits of carrots apply to both dogs and their owners! Let's learn more. Carrots are one… read more
What is Lychee, and How Do You Eat It?
With a red, rough outer skin, a white, almost shiny surface beneath, and a sweet, slightly tart flavor, lychee is a certainly a unique fruit. But what is lychee? Native to China, lychee’s cultivation dates back as far as 2,000… read more
What Do Antioxidants Actually Do?
People always say, “Make sure to eat your fruit and vegetables,” and while that is absolutely something you should do, it is not because of the antioxidants in them. Antioxidant molecules have been found to counteract oxidative stress placed on… read more
How to Survive Seasonal Affective Disorder
Depression is not always a constant; there are some forms of depression that go through cycles and mirror the changing seasons. This type of depression is known as seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. According to the National Institute of Mental… read more
Learn About the Health Risks of Loneliness
Loneliness is a state of mind that causes a range of emotions. This is not to get confused with being alone. There is a difference. Being alone gives you time to do your own thing and recharge for another busy… read more
Learn Some Buddha Bowl Basics
Everyone seems to be raving about Buddha bowls, but what are they really? Also known as glory or hippie bowls, the Buddha bowl is filled with an array of veggies, greens beans and either quinoa or brown rice. The bowls… read more
Get the Scoop on Coffee Consumption
If you are sitting there with your morning coffee and wondering if your daily cup is damaging to your health, worry not! According to a November 2015 study in “Circulation,” the American Heart Association’s scientific journal, coffee consumption was associated… read more
Getting Chili
Despite making your tongue feel like it is on fire and causing tears to well up in your eyes, chili peppers have a lot of health benefits and come in many varieties — with some being less spicy than others!… read more
