8 Fun (& Mostly Free) Ways to Exercise As a Family

On September 7, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

There are tons of ways to sneak exercise in as a family unit. You might have been staying home a lot due to COVID and you want some ideas for keeping active. You could have a Nerf battle or other similar play fights. You can do jump roping or even have a dance party outside […]

 

10 Daily Habits to Live a Happier and Healthier Life

On September 5, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

In order to be happy, we need to establish specific habits and routines within our lives. Start by taking care of your physical health, which means eating healthy and performing exercises like yoga. You should also nourish your mental health with at least a few minutes of meditation per day. Practicing the art of gratitude and […]

 

The Importance of Self-Love

On September 3, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

Self-love is a topic that is often discussed online, but in practical terms and as an approach to healthy living, it is still a rarely brought up topic. The common misconception is that it is all about your body, acceptance and overall positive feeling surrounding it, but there’s more to it. Being kind to your […]

 

Best Water to Drink (The Ultimate Guide to Drink for Better Health)

On September 1, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

People who are trying to be healthy by drinking more water often don’t understand the true power of the different types of waters that are available. The most basic option, tap water, is typically safe to drink, although some areas of the USA have larger amounts of contaminants than others. Although there are several other […]

 

Natural Remedis for Adrenal Fatigue | Mommypotamus

On August 31, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

Those who are suffering from energy loss may be victims of adrenal fatigue. Luckily, doctors believe that a utilizing certain lifestyle changes can treat this disorder, providing you with more energy and focus throughout the day. You’ll first want to get a good night’s rest that matches your natural sleeping cycles. Also, it’s important to […]

 

WELLNESS: Can low doses of chemicals affect your health? – Sarasota Herald-Tribune

On August 29, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

It has become apparent that even low levels of unwanted chemicals in the body can interfere with proper hormone balance. Unfortunately, many standard toxicology tests cannot detect these small amount of toxins in the body. These challenges have led the EPA to partner with scientists to conduct better methods of tracing low doses of chemicals […]

 

Why being thin doesn’t always mean being fit and healthy – Insider – INSIDER

On August 27, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

People have always associated being thin with being healthy and fit. This theory could not be further from the truth. Many people who are “fit” are not necessarily skinny as a rail. People have different body types and we are just now starting to realize you dont have to be model thin to be in […]

 

How to make golden years as healthy as possible – Houston Chronicle

On August 25, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

Many Americans worry that their health will make it hard to enjoy their retirement. The answer to having better health and avoiding health problems have some common ground. It is important to maintain a healthy weight and diet. Avoid sugars, red meat, and processed food. Exercise is also especially important. Staying active, walking, strength training and […]

 

What exercises you should do at every decade of your life to stay fit – Mirror Online

On August 23, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

Our exercise needs change over our lifetime according to Jane Symons. Studies are quite clear that exorcise helps prevent life threatening diseases. Exercise is also great for boosting our mood and allowing us to live our lives with a healthy body free from negativity. Our bodies benefit greatly from running and similar aerobic exercises at […]

 

Nearly 60% of American children lack healthy cardiorespiratory fitness – Science Daily

On August 21, 2020, in Commentary, by Erik

The American Heart Association has a new study which claims that 60% of American children are not getting enough quality cardio-respiratory fitness. By engaging in more short high intensity training such as sprinting children can meet these requirements. Currently we are having a hard time motivating kids to do this. We are hoping that exercise […]