By: Taryn T. Francis Adopting a healthy diet is the most essential component to achieving a healthy and happy lifestyle. What we eat directly affects our mood, energy, weight, and general health. In addition, studies have supported the 80/20 rule of thumb proving that Diet is more effective than Exercise in achieving overall health as well as weight loss goals. That being … [Read more...]
Dancing Away Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms
Studies have shown that, on average, men tend to be affected earlier in life by PD and suffer a more severe course of illness than women. Furthermore, the symptoms of this condition seem to vary according to the sex of the patient. Another key aspect to be noted, Estrogen plays a role in delaying or preventing age-related cognitive decline and memory … [Read more...]
Be More Conscious and Committed to Yourself In 2019
"Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That is why it is called the present."- Eleanor Roosevelt Make practicing mindfulness daily a health priority in 2019. It helps to put some space between yourself and your reactions, breaking down the conditioned responses. Think in the present, Live in the present by practicing these tips, Set aside some time of the day. Make … [Read more...]
Why exercise is essential for a healthy mind [just as it is for a healthy body]
This World Health Day, the theme was Depression: Let’s Talk About It. It is incredibly inspiring to see mental health being put on the agenda in such a prominent way. Years ago health and well-being was solely focused on the physical, but with scientific advancement and psychological study we now know that health is all encompassing and that mental health is just as, … [Read more...]
Tips to Enhance Exercise Adherence
Despite advancements in our understanding of obesity, weight regain after weight loss remains the most substantial problem in obesity treatment -- with both the body and the mind conspiring against individual efforts to maintain weight loss," said Dr. MacLean, co-chair of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) working group who authored the report, "Innovative Research to … [Read more...]
Diet & Exercise Tips For Your Zodiac Sign
Though it might sound strange, astrology seems to provide us with an understanding and insight, how to manage weight loss problems. Each sun sign of the zodiac speaks a particular truth; a part of the 'whole' that it needs to express. But the weight picture in your horoscope is based on more than just your sun sign. The other planets, particularly the Moon, Venus, Jupiter, and … [Read more...]
Zumba During Pregnancy
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise for pregnant women on most days of the week. Exercising during pregnancy calls for certain guidelines to ensure safety for your baby and for yourself. Tone down jumping and leaping in the last three months and do low-impact dancing during the last six to … [Read more...]
