A massage without a massage oil is like a sundae without the ice cream. Massage oils reduce friction, nourish the skin, and sometimes add aromatherapy benefits. Whether at a spa or at home, a massage oil can mean the difference between a regular massage and a truly restorative experience. Standard massage oils include coconut, jojoba,… Read More
The Migraine Research Foundation states that nearly one in four households in the United States includes someone who has migraines. About 85 percent of sufferers are women, though the condition can affect both genders. As anyone who’s struggled with them will tell you, migraines aren’t just an inconvenience—they’re often so difficult that when they attack,… Read More
If you’re excited about the potential health benefits of cannabidiol (CBD), you may be looking for new ways to add it to your daily diet. CBD-infused beverages are becoming more and more popular. Should you try one of them? CBD is a chemical that comes from the cannabis plant, but unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), it doesn’t… Read More
When it comes to avoiding germs, one of the most important things you can do is frequently wash your hands. According to the Mayo Clinic, “hand-washing is one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect yourself from germs and most infections.” When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States, we all heard more… Read More
We don’t usually think of biking as being a dangerous activity, but you may be surprised. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that in 2018 alone, there were 857 bicyclists killed in traffic crashes in the U.S. The National Safety Council (NSC) notes that between 2009 and 2018, deaths from bicycle accidents increased 30… Read More
Did you know that you’re much more likely to stick with your exercise routine if you enjoy it? It makes perfect sense, but often we forget this simple logic. We drag ourselves to the gym or the treadmill with resigned discipline to maintain our health and fitness, which is admirable, but actually detrimental to future… Read More
As we get older, our bodies gradually lose muscle—and that’s not good news. We need strong muscles to boost metabolism, burn more calories, and maintain a healthy weight. Muscles also help us avoid injuries and maintain balance as we age. Yet research has shown that with age, muscle physiology changes. Starting at about the age of… Read More
In an ideal world, women would eat a healthy diet all the time. But so few of us have the luxury of making sure each meal is filled with fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, whole grains, and lots of fiber, while low in sugar and unhealthy fats. Should we be taking a multivitamin… Read More
Canning is one of the most reliable and economical forms of food processing available today. Believed to have been invented in the early 1800s, it was first employed to preserve food for the military troops while out on deployment, but then grew in popularity to become a standard way of preserving and delivering food to… Read More
If you need a healthy protein for your lunch or dinner, try reaching for black beans. Also called “turtle” beans, they’re small and oval-shaped (smaller than pinto beans), black with a light cream interior, and have a dense, hearty taste. Originating in South America, black beans have now gained popularity throughout the world for their… Read More
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