How often do you pick up your phone without thinking and find yourself in the midst of scrolling yet another social app? You can’t quite remember picking up your phone. You aren’t sure even why you’re scrolling. In fact, maybe you even have several other important tasks you could be doing. There’s been so many […]

We all say we want to be healthier… eat more veggies, get back to the gym, finally catch up on sleep. But goals like these often fizzle out because they’re built on short bursts of motivation. What happens when that spark dies out? That’s where a health mission comes in. Think of it like your […]

It’s time to move your body! And most of us know we should but… (and there’s usually a but!) why is it always so hard to motivate yourself to move?  Well, if you’re struggling with motivation (Hint: You don’t need it!), you can always use logic to back you up. For instance, we all know […]

Alternative medicine books offer a window into another form of therapy. One that isn’t based on a band-aid and symptom-based approach like traditional medicine. Instead, it allows us to use all-natural remedies to heal and achieve better health.  So, what is alternative medicine exactly? Well, alternative medicine practices often emphasize holistic care, which looks at […]

The 80-100 years on this planet that most of us are granted go by in a blink. Life is short. There’s no denying it. And in recent years, this reality has led to an increasing focus on extending longevity and well-being. Maybe you’ve even watched the Netflix doc “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue […]

Trying to be the best we can be is often a double-edged sword. On one hand, striving for excellence can push us to grow, achieve, and produce work we’re proud of. On the other hand, when the drive for “perfect” takes over, it can lead to procrastination, burnout, and a constant sense that nothing is […]

As our understanding of mental health continues to evolve, we find ourselves at a crossroads between combinations of traditional therapeutic modalities and innovative interventions. While, of course, talk therapy and traditional therapeutic models all have their place, new research indicates that our lifestyle choices can play a significant role in how we feel. In fact, […]

Don’t let the size of microgreens fool you. These small plants are jam-packed with nutrition. And surprisingly, they aren’t exactly “new.” In fact, microgreens hit the scene back in the 1980s. However, with increasing interest in health optimization and longevity, they are taking the spotlight once again. So, what are microgreens? Should you try them […]

Intentional exercise, such as going to the gym or doing a home workout, is important. However, NEAT movements have been making headlines—and this type of movement might actually be more important than hitting the gym.  NEAT stands for non-exercise activity thermogenesis. These types of movements include a variety of activities outside of sleep, sports-related exercise, […]