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09/22/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Alternative therapies for breast cancer

When you think of breast cancer, surgery and chemotherapy probably come immediately to mind. Many patients often end up undergoing one or both of these treatments, and the prospect of going under the knife or being injected with chemicals can be scarier to some people than the diagnosis itself. However, some patients are finding success […]

08/14/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Simple exercises that increase your intelligence gradually

Everyone wants to be smarter. It so happens that there are ways to increase your intelligence every day. An article on Be Brain Fit related the 11 methods by which you can improve your brainpower. The first is hanging out with smart people. Intelligence can indeed rub off on you. People absorb ideas and knowledge from […]

07/14/2018 / By Bridgette Wilcox

What is Tai Chi? And why you should try it

In the world of fitness, Tai Chi may just be one of the most underrated form of exercise. It is, after all, a slow and steady exercise favored by older people — and while the gentleness of its movements is striking, it doesn’t exactly rank high in terms of glamour for an audience that favors strength, […]

06/27/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Meditation, yoga, and prayer reduces your need for health care services by 43%

Health care costs continue to soar in the U.S., and the Affordable Care Act hasn’t really done much to actually make healthcare more affordable. This is part of the reason behind the growing level of health-consciousness in the country, with organic food and other healthy trends gaining popularity as people strive to avoid becoming ill […]

06/12/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Why tai chi is good for you, regardless of age and physical activity level

In recent years, tai chi has made it to many lists of the most popular meditation techniques, and for good reason. No matter how old or active you are, this ancient Chinese practice offers many health benefits, including disease prevention and pain relief. Data from 2016 reveal that more than three million people practice tai chi in […]

06/11/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

These 7 bad habits could be the reason why you’re not getting enough sleep

Like many people these days, your relationship with sleep may be complicated. It creeps in during the day when you actively avoid it but eludes you at night when all you want is a long, quality rest. Before your erratic sleep cycle has you thinking of health-related worst-case scenarios, know that your inability to sleep […]

06/07/2018 / By Carol Anderson

The benefits of intensive meditation last for 7 years, study shows

More than just a solution to overcome one’s daily dose of stress, researchers have found that the benefits of regular meditation can affect one’s life for at least seven years. According to a study conducted at University of California, Davis, the effects of joining an intensive meditation program can be expected to last for years. This was […]

06/03/2018 / By Zoey Sky

A single one-hour meditation session can do wonders for your heart, study shows

As the years go by, more people struggle with anxiety and stress – two “mental monsters” that can significantly affect the well-being of millions every day. In some cases, these mental burdens can even affect our physical health. To address this concern, a team of researchers studied how a “single, hour-long meditation session” can help […]

05/29/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Expert teaches the proper way of breathing to relieve stress and anxiety

If you’re having a stressful day, take a break and do some breathing exercises so you can calm down and stay focused. It may sound strange, but not everyone knows how to breathe properly. Andy Kidd, a wellness expert and leader of the Breathe and Relax program at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat in Australia, said that slow […]

05/14/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

All it takes is 16 seconds: Why meditation should become part of your everyday routine

Looking for a way to de-stress and relax? Try mindfulness meditation: It uses both the body and mind to attain calmness, focus, and relaxation. A lot of people have practiced it to help them cope with the daily challenges they face, and it could also help people manage certain mental and physical health conditions. “We multitask, we’re […]

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