We all know the phrase “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” So why isn’t there an equivalent rhyme for how much water we should drink? Water is arguably one of the most important items we can—and need to—add to our diet. In fact, we should think of it as a nutrient, just like we do with the vitamins and minerals we get from fruits and veggies.There are well known—and surprising—health benefits to drinking water. We’ll break those down and then dive into tips to drink more water no matter how busy you are. Benefits of H2O Before we explain how to drink more water, let’s talk about why … [Read more...]
13 Foods You Should Store in the Fridge (Not the Pantry)
Storing food in the right place isn’t just about flavor, it’s about food safety. Some foods in your pantry or on your counter should be refrigerated—and some guidelines might surprise you. Here are 13 foods that should go from your pantry to the fridge.Condiments Ketchup, mustard, mayo, horseradish, and barbecue sauce can contain enough vinegar or other acid to make them shelf-stable, but once opened, refrigeration keeps them fresher longer. Opened mayo may be stored in the fridge for up to a month, and ketchup, mustards, and barbecue sauce for up to a year. Fruit spreads Fruit spreads … [Read more...]
Sit or Stand: Which Is Better in the Weight Room?
Open any popular fitness magazine and you’ll see tons of seated exercises for the back, biceps, and shoulders. But do seated resistance training exercises reign supreme? Or is it better to stand during weight training session?Here we break down the risks and rewards of both seated and standing exercises, which exercises are best suited for each position, and how to lift safely—whether you stand or sit. The Posture Analysis Sitting allows us to feel more stable: Our center of gravity is closer to the ground. However, when seated versus standing, a look at the spine shows how difficult it … [Read more...]
Find Yourself in a Bind?
The Benefits of Yogic Binds What takes a normal yoga pose and makes it a bind? Yogic binds involve rotating the torso and shoulders and clasping the hands together. They require both intense focus to help stay in the pose, and flexibility to actually get into the pose. Binding can help take your yoga practice to the next level and deepen your pose. It also engages muscles and aids in digestion by stimulating the abdominal organs.Binds can be difficult to get yourself into. It takes the proper balance between effort and ease. To little effort may prevent properly getting into the pose, … [Read more...]
Brush Up on Your Brushes
The Ultimate Makeup Brush Guide Blending and powder brushes may look similar but their uses are very different. This is the case for many makeup brushes—and when used incorrectly their full potential is being missed. Understanding how to properly use each makeup brush can take your makeup routine to the next level.Explore these tips and guidelines for makeup brush use and cleaning. A better understanding of your brushes will help you easily navigate the often confusing world of makeup application. … [Read more...]
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The Best Desk Stretches to Limber up, Get Focused, and De-Stress
Prolonged sitting, even for those who exercise 30 minutes a day, increases risk for heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and early death. By performing simple desk exercises. This is especially problematic for desk workers who spend 8 hours of their day sitting. Desk stretches can minimize the effects of sitting at work and are easy to incorporate into your day.During a break at work, try out some of these easy desk stretches. From arms to legs—these exercises will get your heart pumping. … [Read more...]
Calming Yoga Poses for Stress Relief
Stress can quickly creep into your life and can often be hard to shake. Yoga has shown to have a calming effect on the body and many poses have a stress relieving effect. Bridge pose gently stretches the back and legs while reducing backaches, fatigue, and anxiety. Another easy yoga move, cat pose, relieve stress and massage the spine.Looking to eliminate the feeling of stress from your life? Take a look through this infographic to learn step-by-step instructions on how to perform 13 stress relieving yoga poses as well as their health benefits. … [Read more...]
Mix It Up
Spices From Around the World Spices are important to cultures around the globe. They give the zest to a number of traditional dishes. Learn about popular spices in different countries and what they're made from.On top of tasting delicious spices can help prevent against colds and influenza. They also contain a number of minerals to keep you feeling healthy. Add a shake of one of these spices to give your next dish a flavor that wows. … [Read more...]
5 Common Adult Skincare Issues & How to Treat Them
Stressful life events, allergens, and food are just some of the causes of adult skin issues. Rough, flaky, patches can cause embarrassment and discomfort for their sufferers. Learn about the proper treatments for five of the most common skincare issues.Light therapy, medications, and creams can help manage a skin condition. For many skincare issues, their exact causes are not known, making them difficult to treat. Explore ways to manage skincare issues and lessen their effects. … [Read more...]