This is a guest post written by Casey Wheeler. Eating as few as two tomatoes a week can reduce your chances of developing depression by a whopping 50 percent, a new study suggests. Chinese and Japanese researchers from Tianjin Medical University evaluated the mental health of more than 950 elderly participants, an appropriate target group since experts say those 70 … [Read more...] about Natural Mood Elevators: Pantry Essentials That Help Ward Off Depression
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Excellent Tips to Have a Flat Belly
This is a guest post written by Julian Hooks. Nobody wants to see their love handles oozing out of their skinny jeans. That’s why every time our pants start to tighten, efforts on how to decrease our waist line is being made. Work out tricks and several diets boasts of immediate decrease of the tummy size. Here are a few tips of how to have a flat belly. Healthy Diet If you … [Read more...] about Excellent Tips to Have a Flat Belly
Chia Power
By: +Katie Kaleita, writer for Vitacost.com Sure, you could plant 'em in a cute clay pot. But did you know there are many more ways to enjoy (ch-ch-ch) chia seeds? These tiny pods pack a powerful nutritional punch – so maybe it's time you added a little chia power to your diet! Follow us as we explore five simple ways to enjoy the abundant benefits of chia seeds: Breakfast … [Read more...] about Chia Power
When Change is a Struggle
Does it seem like when you set out to change, make healthy lifestyle changes, something always happens to set you back? Well, I have experienced this many times. Sometimes I mess up by eating food that I know is not good for me. And when it comes to following an exercise routine, I do good for a time, then I start slacking. In order to make change we must realize … [Read more...] about When Change is a Struggle
Prepare for Success, Now (new year goals/resolutions)
This year is quickly coming to a close. Soon many will make New Year's resolutions or set goals for the new year. The time is now for you to begin setting the goals that you want to reach for the new year. Don't wait until December 31, 2012 to begin setting goals, start planning now, how you will reach those goals today. Waiting until the last-minute to set your … [Read more...] about Prepare for Success, Now (new year goals/resolutions)
The Avocado, An Amazing Superfood
What's smooth and creamy and green inside, has rough skin on the outside, not to mention packed full of healthy stuff? You guessed it, the avocado. Some people do not like avocados. Who knows why they do not like avocados, but one this is for sure, they are missing out on a fruit that has a lot goodness. There are some people who say they do not like avocados, but … [Read more...] about The Avocado, An Amazing Superfood