In a time of digital stimulation and concrete jungles, our need for a return to nature is more vital than ever. Enter biophilic home design - an architectural and interior design philosophy rooted in our innate human connection to the… read more
Lindsey Johnson
The Lunge: Easy At-Home Exercises That Give Big Results
The lunge is an oldie but goodie. During 2020, when all had to be at home, people looked online and in print for workouts they could do in their homes with little to no equipment. One movement that became a… read more
Breathe in, Breathe Out: A Simple Guide to Box Breathing
Stress. We all have it. Our society thrives on it. But what if there was a simple way to combat stress in both the short and long-term that required nothing more than a few minutes of intentional breathing? When we… read more
Health Insurance for the Traveler
Your bags are packed, itinerary set, passport in hand – you are ready! But have you stopped to consider what you might do if the unexpected happens? While nobody anticipates their vacation going awry, sometimes things arise unexpectedly and it’s… read more
Exploring the Benefits of Eggplant
Eggplant. Aubergine. Guinea squash. Brinjal. Melongene. Did you know that these are all different names for the same item? Many of us conjure up an image of a dark purple oblong object with a stem at the top. However, not… read more
Addicted to Fitness
Regular exercise is essential for optimal physical and emotional health but is it possible to have too much of a good thing? The Department of Health and Human Services’ Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommends that adults complete 150 to 300… read more
Processed Foods: What You Need to Know
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), processed foods are defined as “any raw agricultural commodity that has been subject to washing, cleaning, milling, cutting, chopping, heating, pasteurizing, blanching, cooking, canning, freezing, drying, dehydrating, mixing, packaging or other… read more
Why You Should Never Skip The Cooldown
You’re hot, sweaty and breathing hard after a workout - it’s tempting to hit the showers and get on with your day. But skipping your cooldown is like abruptly slamming the brakes on a speeding car — it’s neither smooth… read more
Simple Exercises to Encourage Hip Health
According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, more than 300,000 total hip replacements are performed each year in the United States. While some hip surgeries are inevitable, there are some steps you can take to encourage hip health… read more
Gout: The Throbbing Pain You Want to Live Without
Did you know gout is a form of arthritis? Why does the body react this way? Learn the symptoms and risk factors of this painful condition that can affect anyone. Symptoms Gout arrives as a sudden attack, often in the… read more