Really, anytime of the year is a great time to travel. But if it’s been a while, you may be wondering what to pack to stay healthy. Are you traveling soon? Then let’s get you ready! Traveling can be such an adventurous, humbling and learning time. It’s a time to self-explore, self-experiment, try new flavors…
There is no magic bullet to fitness. You have to make some lifestyle tweaks, including eating healthily, exercising regularly, staying hydrated, and getting adequate sleep. When it comes to exercising, you must work smart. You should also bear in mind that not all workouts are designed the same. Some tend to be more effective than…
Human beings need the environment to survive. It provides us with many of our fundamental needs and makes it possible to thrive. On a daily basis, natural resources such as oxygen to breathe and water to drink are just a few essentials that are required. In light of this, it’s important to think about how…
Every day we are told that we should be more environmentally friendly. It’s something that is ever-present, and something that we are gradually turning towards as a nation. We understand that we should be doing it, but do we really understand why? If we did, perhaps more people would be quicker to adopt environmentally friendly…
Most people these days try and be environmentally conscious where they can and aim to reduce their carbon emissions in lots of different ways. From recycling through to using energy saving LED light bulbs and other energy efficient technologies in the homes, many eco-friendly things have now become a standard part of life for a…
One of the most rewarding careers is one in the environmental field. As human beings, our environment is critical for our survival and as a result, these types of jobs are extremely important. There are many fantastic environmental careers and some of these include environmental scientists, biochemists, environmental engineers, environmental lawyers, biologists, geologists, zoologists etc.…
While a lot of people complain about the government having too many agencies and regulations, there is one part of the government that people are almost always mad at. That agency is the environmental agencies that are often seen in a bad light because of the way corporations have a tendency to complain about the…
You probably already know that spending time in nature is great for your health and well-being. Getting some fresh air while relaxing to the sounds of birds chirping, sticks rustling under the feet of furry little creatures and trees swaying in the wind can soothe the mind and feed the soul. Nature is so diverse…
When your stress level has been elevated and you feel weighed down, you could be experiencing mental fatigue. Spending long periods of time in a hectic environment or feeling constant anxiety can affect more than just your physical being. The brain controls the body, so mental fatigue can become serious. Here are five signs of…
Hello and welcome back to another issue of top 5 alternative health sites of the week. This week, we have 5 top sites in a unique alternative health category, which is Biofeedback Therapy. Every week we do a countdown from a special field of alternative health. Hope you enjoyed our last week’s countdown, which was…
Oatmeal is referred to by many health experts as ‘a power food.’ One study found it to be very effective at boosting energy while another found that the high concentration of starch and beta-glucan protects your skin by relieving itches. Add to that benefits like weight loss and diabetes prevention and it’s not hard to see why…
From strawberry waffles and strawberry pie to strawberry smoothies and strawberry jam, the amount of homemade treats you can make using ripe and delicious strawberries is almost endless. Not to mention, they make the perfect treat on their own. While you probably weren’t looking for another reason to eat this sweet fruit, here’s one you…
When you celebrate a special occasion, you want it to be as memorable as possible for all of the people involved. However, many products associated with any type of get together can have a high toll on the environment. Below are some of the most environmentally friendly ways to celebrate a special occasion. Decorations Every…
Did you know that if Einstein were alive today, he’d probably have been diagnosed with not only Asperger’s Syndrome (something many brilliant people have) but opposition defiant disorder as well? At least that’s what many people, including biographer Ronald Clark seem to propose. In his book Einstein: The Life and Times, Clark argues that Einstein’s infamous early difficulty…
Hello everyone. It’s good to be back with another one of our Top 5 Alternative Health Sites of the Week countdowns. In our previous issue, we finished our top 50 alternative health sites countdown based on Alexa ranking. Through that countdown, we discovered many great websites that have information on alternative health concepts and…