How you start your morning sets the tone for the whole day. Creating a morning routine that is tailored to your personal preferences/likings can easily become the backbone of your self-care. An established morning routine means starting the day with intention and taking control of your day (instead of just letting things happen to you). […]
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10 Sleep products that will make you sleep like a baby
Sleep is essential for maintaining good health – both physical and mental. Sadly, given today’s way of living and the long hours, most of us spend in front of screens, sleep disturbances are unfortunately common. Make no mistake – sleep troubles are no coincidence. There’s usually an underlying issue like nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, mental […]
Sustainable weight loss tips backed by science
I know that mainstream media is trying to portray being overweight (or even obese) as a virtue but that’s not what I stand for. The good news is that sustainable weight loss doesn’t have to be complicated – just the opposite actually. According to a 2018 study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel […]
How to sleep better (even when you have anxiety)
Sleep is one of the main pillars of health – right up there with good nutrition, exercise, and mental peace. There’s no surprise then that long (or even that that long) periods of poor sleep is a seriously miserable ordeal. Some of the effects of sleep deprivation on the body include irritability, poor concentration and […]
5 Spots in NYC for Outdoor Workouts and Enjoying Nature
Article written in collaboration with Mary Johnson. Getting a workout in outside and enjoying the sunshine is a rejuvenating way to get a workout in when you can. The arrival of the summer and the pandemic are two factors that may encourage you to take your workouts outdoors (especially if you’re tired of staying home). […]
6 Things that might be ruining your mood without you realizing
We all have those days where nothing seems to go our way and somehow you were grumpy before even getting out of bed. Some days our bad mood might be completely justified by obvious reasons but there are those times when we feel down without knowing why. There’s just nothing we can pinpoint as the […]
