Write that thought down Are you lying awake thinking about unfinished tasks? Jot a reminder down, which gives you permission not to think about it constantly. Getting quality sleep is a key ingredient of healthy living. Just do it… or don’t do it If you’re tired of staring at an item on your to-do list,…
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4 Simple Ways to Save Time and Money We understand. Good health isn’t free. If you’re wondering where you’ll find the money to invest in yourself, in healthful food, essential resources like health coaches, and all the other resources that make lifelong wellbeing possible, consider these four possibilities: 1. Skip the coffee shop on the…
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Are you a stress eater? Answer these quick Y/N questions: Do you find yourself snacking when it isn’t a scheduled mealtime? Do you gravitate towards comfort food when you’re feeling down or criticized? Do you keep munchies at your desk to nibble on when you’re deep into a project? Do you notice that you’re hungriest…
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Stress can increase hormones and other biomarkers associated with health risks, including cortisol, glycogen production and release, LDL cholesterol and inflammatory markers such as C-reactive protein and cytokines. During sleep, stress hormones signal the body’s immunological system to “take out the garbage” from minor muscle breakdown caused by the day’s activity and to produce a…
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Focus on what you’re doing, not what you haven’t done. Seeing your healthy potential often starts with recognizing what you’re already doing. It could be as simple as acknowledging the fact that you walk the dog, every day, rain or shine. It’s easier to build a healthy habit on top of small successes you’ve already…
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