Today, we have Carolyn Akens as our guest blogger. Almost all of us have a distorted image of our body, often due to the importance our culture places on outward appearance and with the onslaught of media images of airbrushed models and celebrities, who wouldn't have a distorted image of his/her body? On a daily basis, we talk to ourselves in ways we would never speak to … [Read more...] about Beautiful Body Types
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Lessons I Learned in 2012
The last day of the year is here. I had some ups and downs this year, but out of all the things I experienced this year, there were lessons that I take with me into the new year. Never underestimating the power of the lesson is key to personal growth. Paying attention to those lessons helps you in more ways than you will ever know. 2012 Lessons 1. It is okay to … [Read more...] about Lessons I Learned in 2012
6 Essential Steps to Make a Healthy Lifestyle Change
This is a guest post written by Patric Seeley It is tough to introduce lifestyle changes. Habits are hard to break. Nevertheless, if you want to be healthy, it is time to act now. Many people have tried, but a great number of them failed in their attempt to live a healthy lifestyle. All you have to do is follow the six essential steps below, and achieve your … [Read more...] about 6 Essential Steps to Make a Healthy Lifestyle Change
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