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193 Did you know the average human spends 1/3 of our lives sleeping? Besides food and water, sleep is most vital in keeping humans alive and healthy, but in our busy world today, it has been devalued. Living off of coffee and energy drinks is glamourized and good sleep is almost nonexistent. This, coupled with stress and anxiety at an all-time high, is a recipe for disaster when it comes to good sleep habits. The good news is that typically, better sleep is as simple as changing up a few lifestyle habits. This week our yoga sequence focuses on Yoga…

Transformation of the Day: Rosie lost 47 pounds. Health is her motivation, but she also wanted to reach her weight loss goal before her milestone 50th birthday. She wrote to us from the UK to share how she took action. Photo of me at my biggest and then at my target weight of 12st 12lbs. Social Media:Rosie’s Facebook page.I joined your Facebook page a couple of years ago because of all the inspiring stories. They helped so much, so here is my story. My name is Rosie. I am 50 years old and from the UK.  I started my journey…

Alex & SonjaHi! We’re Alex & Sonja Overhiser, authors of the acclaimed cookbooks A Couple Cooks and Pretty Simple Cooking—and a real life couple who cooks together. We founded the A Couple Cooks website in 2010 to share seasonal recipes and the joy of home cooking. Now, we’ve got over 3,000 well-tested recipes, including Mediterranean diet, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, smoothies, cocktails, and more!

178 Mental Health has become a serious issue in today’s world. 1 in 5 adults struggles with their mental health. It’s no wonder as life has become very fast-paced and stressful for most with very little downtime. In addition to the increase in stress, social media and the focus on comparing your day-to-day life with other people’s “highlight reels” also plays a role in negatively affecting our mental health. This week I bring to you Yoga for Mental Health! Not only are these actual poses great to help clear your mind and leave you feeling refreshed, but the time spent…

Ginger is a most common and in demand spice with some powerful medicinal properties. It’s become documented for its many health benefits and other people round the world consume it for this reason.Ginger’s anti-cancer properties are a result of the compound 6-gingerol, which is found in large amounts in raw ginger. 6-gingerol has anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor activities. By simply adding ginger to your diet, you’ll help prevent new cancer cells from forming and destroy active ones.It’s also beneficial for people that are already on cancer treatments since ginger has been known to stop the toxic effects of cancer drugs.…

If you’ve experienced ongoing digestive issues, you know certain foods can wreak havoc on your gut and cause all sorts of unpleasant symptoms — like chronic stomach pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. It can be hard to pinpoint exactly which foods are making you feel miserable, but researchers have found that an elimination diet called the low-FODMAP diet may help relieve digestive discomfort by identifying the foods most likely to trigger it. Obviously, if you’re experiencing serious gastrointestinal problems, you should seek the guidance of a qualified professional. But if you’re wondering whether a low-FODMAP diet can help you beat the…

In large saucepan, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil on medium-high heat for about 3 minutes, or until onions appear translucent. Reduce heat to medium, add carrots, and sauté for a further 2 minutes. Add cumin and smoked paprika and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute. Add tomato paste and continue to stir, over medium heat, for a further 2 minutes. Pass tomatoes through sieve or food mill; add with chickpeas and vegetable broth. Lay collard greens on top.

This Chicken Waldorf salad is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a versatile option for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. The creamy dressing complements the fresh ingredients, creating a refreshing and satisfying meal! ↓ Jump to Recipe Chicken Waldorf Salad is a classic American recipe that combines tender chicken, crisp apples, celery, and grapes with creamy mayonnaise and pecans. It’s a light and refreshing salad perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick lunch. The sweet and tangy flavors, along with the satisfying crunch of the apples and celery, make it a timeless favorite. Want to…

237 The concept of “peak pose” in yogasana has become increasingly popular in the past 40 years of modern vinyasa yoga. Think of peak pose as a destination to get to in your asana practice for a specific day or hour. Just as your GPS offers a scenic route, quickest route, and economical route, there are also several ways to arrive at your peak pose in a practice sequence. A peak pose is usually relatively more of an advanced or skillful pose, that requires a warm-up, efficient and smart sequencing so that pose after pose you get closer to the…

Why water is so important when you are working out? You need to understand the importance of water! I’ve made the choice to drink the highest quality and purest tasting water. Coming from Vancouver, which is considered to have some of the cleanest water in the world, there is still dissolved solids in BC water. Not to mention chlorine which is in pretty much all city water. Recently, I received a ZeroWater pitcher to try and we are loving the taste and convenience of ZeroWater. This is a complete Water Filtration System and it can be used as home water…