Positive feedback in many forms can motivate new behaviors and prompt different decisions. Accordingly, a little bit of personal vanity can be a good thing. Take time to… Look in the mirror and assess improvements made and opportunity areas to be pursued. Stand tall...
Thoughts on improving your physical capability are constantly evolving. Consider the following when designing a new and more active lifestyle. Find and use online workout videos/sessions. One solid, perhaps less intimidating, option is www.fitnessblender.com Find and...
A collection of many little things can make a significant difference, for instance… Consistently “suck in your gut”. Doing so is an honest core exercise that will strengthen stomach muscles and improve the posture. Work at a stand-up desk. Doing so will...
The community of bacteria found within the digestive system is referred to as the gut microbiome. These bacteria are essential to digestion, but also impact a myriad of health aspects via mechanisms scientists are only beginning to understand. The largest number of...
Sugar is addictive. And the western diet is completely inundated with it. Prior to the 1700s, people ate little to no sugar. By the early 19th century, the annual sugar intake of the average westerner was 18 pounds. Today that number is over 62 pounds annually. This,...
The body core temperature needs to drop for effective sleep. Consider… Setting your bedroom thermostat at or below the recommended 68° F (20° C). Wearing socks while sleeping to help increase blood circulation and reduce core body temperature.Using a fan to...
