Health & Vitality

Did You Know Breathing Deeply Can Boost Your Empathy?

McKinley Corbley from Good News Network writes: Want to efficiently put yourself in someone else’s shoes? Try taking a deep breath. That’s because this new study has found that people who are better at being more physically aware of themselves through meditation or mindfulness are more empathetic and understanding of others. According to these researchers…

Mango Matcha Smoothie Bowl

Enjoy the benefits of matcha, without drinking the tea… instead, add it to this mango matcha smoothie bowl for a filling, energizing way to start your day. Matcha is a powdered form of green tea, noted for its health benefits. Most notably: Stress Reduction: Despite having a small amount of caffeine, matcha tea is calming…

Very Berry Tart with Coconut Cream Frosting

Make use of all the delicious berries now coming into season with the Very Berry tart. Berries are some of the most nutritious, antioxidant rich fruits we have, so consume them regularly for good health. Strawberries Strawberries are noted for their role in helping to balance blood sugar, prevent cancer, provide anti-inflammatory and anti-aging benefits,…

Acai Bowl

Add some serious antioxidants to your morning with this quick and easy acai bowl. Acai is a berry that comes from the Amazon and is commonly consumed in Brazil. It contains a variety of antioxidants, polyphenols, and flavonoids, as well as omega fats, trace minerals, and essential nutrients. Antioxidant-rich foods, like acai, support skin, brain,…

Healthy Snack – Try These Cookie Dough Bliss Balls Recipe

Maria Marlowe from DavidWolfe.com shares: When the 3pm sugar or snack craving hits, consider having these cookie dough bliss balls on hand to satisfy the cravings in a healthier way. Made from cashews and dark chocolate, this treat is rich and decadent, yet better than most cookies, cakes, or desserts you’ll find in a vending…

Fewer Women are Drinking Alcohol While Pregnant Than Ever Before

The signage varies but the message is working; drinking by pregnant women is down 11% in states requiring point-of-sale warning signs. According to a health economist at the University of Oregon, the benefits to heeding the warnings show up in fewer extremely premature births (less than 32 weeks gestation) and very-low-birth-weight babies (less than 3.5…

Super Filling Snack: Cucumber Chips with Hummus

The secret to smart snacking is choosing fiber-rich, real foods, which will fill you up, without filling you out, like this hummus on cucumber chips. While you could dunk any vegetables into a bowl of hummus, elevate your snacking by making these more hors d’oeuvres like: Slice cucumbers into “chips,” lay them out on a…

5 Essential Oils That Stop Allergies Forever!

If you suffer from allergies, you know how painful and uncomfortable they can be. The next time you’re clogged up, skip the allergy medicine and try and essential oil remedy instead. There are several essential oils that can help fight allergies by reducing inflammation, clearing blocked sinuses and giving the immune system a much-needed boost.…