We all like to think that we can just power through anything – if you’re feeling a little bit run down, you’ll probably have another coffee, and if you’ve got a headache, drink more water. And that nagging exhaustion that won’t go away? Well, you’ll catch up on your sleep at some point, but not now because you’ve got far too much to do. The problem is, our bodies are a lot smarter than we usually give them credit for, […]
The Connection Between Mental and Physical Health
Mental and physical health are deeply connected. When one suffers, the other one often follows. Exercise, sleep, and diet have a huge role in maintaining your mental and physical well-being. However, people often overlook areas such as spinal health. Understanding the connections like this can help you take a more holistic approach to your wellness. Let’s have a look at this in more detail below. How Physical Health Affects Mental Well-Being Your body and mind constantly communicate with each other, […]
5 Minerals We Don’t Eat Enough Of In The Western Diet
The Western diet is at the forefront of many of the health problems in our culture. But chief among them are conditions relating to mineral deficiencies. When the body gets low on these, you just don’t feel right. The main problem is that most people aren’t eating enough healthy, fresh food. And even those who are may still suffer from a lack of nutrition due to soil depletion and other issues. So, which healing minerals don’t we get enough of? […]
6 Tips for Maintaining Your Independence and Mobility as You Age
Ageing gracefully doesn’t mean that you necessarily have to slow down; it means that you need to adapt and learn new ways of taking care of yourself while also enjoying the journey. Maintaining independence and mobility is an important part of having a high quality of life. Small changes in your daily habits can make a huge difference. Whether you are looking to remain active, improve your home safety, or keep your social life vibrant, we have some tips to […]
How You Can Help Your Parents Retire Happily
Retirement sounds amazing in theory. Just think about it; there are no more alarm clocks. No more work stress. No more pretending to enjoy office birthday parties with that weird store-bought cake. It’s the golden phase of life, one long vacation filled with naps, hobbies, and absolutely zero emails. At least, that’s how it’s supposed to go. But for a lot of parents, retirement isn’t just a blissful ride into the sunset, it’s a full-on identity crisis. Yeah. sure, that […]
Signs Baby is Too Hot While Sleeping and What To Do
Signs Baby Is Too Hot While Sleeping Family picnics, trips, pool parties, etc depending on where you live can be quite hot and sticky, so you may be worried about keeping your baby cool as the temperature rises. The overheating effect does not just make the baby uncomfortable, but can make sleeping more difficult too. Here are some tips on how to find out if the baby is overheating, how to stay cool in summer (and winter), and signs of […]