Healthy Living

People who’ve been blessed with a Type A personality often get a sick sense of enjoyment out of making lists, tidying up, and keeping things just so. But for those of us who are a little more relaxed in our organizational approach, adulting can be hard as objects and tasks can start to pile up and at times even seem insurmountable.

If you’re a parent with children, chances are by now you’ve already exhausted your limited supply of indoor games and are looking for some new options to get you through the rest of the wet spring season. Lucky for you, generations of parents before you have thought up easy games that they can play with their kids, and we’re here today to help pass their wisdom on to you.

While many of us reach for tea as an alternative caffeine source to coffee, did you know that there are actually tons of different kinds of tea that can be extremely beneficial to your health?

We’ve all heard about the ever-increasing power of the UV rays pelting down on us from the sky and what we need to do to avoid being harmed by them. Options include: slathering on a 60+ SPF sunscreen the second our feet hit the floor in the AM, sporting a whole suit of protective clothing while at the beach, or staying indoors or in the shade during peak hours.

High heels. Those two words, when strung together, can evoke a variety of feelings, emotions, as well as the possible emptying of bank accounts. You might be more than familiar with them, having a closet or two devoted to your collection which spans the colors of the rainbow, and bestow upon them the power to “make or break” any outfit and/or week.

There’s a strong possibility that you are sitting down right now reading this. Maybe while seated, you’re noticing a bit of a pinching sensation around your waistband.

There are a few factors that contribute to a feeling of fullness after a meal. After all, you don’t just eat with your mouth — eating should be an sensory experience that uses not only your mouth but also your eyes, ears, and nose. A good dish can bring back memories, and bring an almost indescribable joy to those who share in it.

It may not seem obvious, but working in an office building can be as hazardous to your health as being on a construction site. There are a lot of things that may not seem obviously harmful when you start on your first day, but the more you do them over time, the more they affect your health and well being.

For a long time, people have stayed away from red meat because they’ve heard it may cause cancer. Scientists have found indirect links, and it takes a little bit of work to figure out how red meat truly affects your risk for cancer.

Despite denials (and marketing) to the contrary, there’s no doubt about it! The most dangerous and deadly drug is still the most advertised, the most popular, the most accessible, and the most legal. Alcohol!