The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials to keep you healthy. Its primary function is to transport lymph throughout the body — a fluid containing white blood cells that fight infection. The lymph system is a vital part of the…
It’s no secret that exercise is beneficial to your health. Walking, biking, yoga, lifting weights… Getting your heart rate pumping is a great way to burn calories, improve cardiovascular health and stay in shape. Not only does exercise improve your physical health, but it can have great affects on your mental health as well. Your…
All body types are beautiful, but they do tend to come with their own stubborn weight loss problems that can be difficult to overcome. We all have our own little weight loss problems that are based on our body type, but fixing these issues can be simple if one knows what to eat and how…
Not only is hiking a great workout and a fun way to spend time outdoors, researchers are now saying it can actually have so much of an impact that it causes changes to your brain! Hiking can be a way to relieve stress, calm the mind and exercise the body, and recent studies have also…
Restless leg syndrome is a neurological disorder that is characterized by throbbing, pulling, creeping or other unpleasant sensations in the legs. The feeling is uncontrollable and there is often an overwhelming urge to move them. Symptoms appear most commonly at night when a person is relaxing or resting, and they may increase in severity during…
When you’ve pulled one too many all-nighters, worked too many long shifts in a row, and coffee or energy drinks just aren’t cutting it anymore, it may be time to slow down. The feeling of being physically, mentally and emotionally drained is one that no one enjoys. It can make your irritable, forgetful and down…
If you’re a bit obsessed with multitasking like I am, you know how imperative it is to being more than one thing at a time. It keeps you busy and productive, and it’s super time-efficient! Working out is one of those areas where I can’t really practice my multitasking skills. My heart rate is elevated…