We all know how having a frustrating friend or negative roommate can be annoying, but did you know that it can actually be bad for your health? Bad Interactions Increase Inflammation A study from the University of California in Los Angeles has linked negative social interactions with increased inflammation, an immune system response to fighting infections. Inflammation itself isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but it can lead to health problems further down the road. If the body suffers from chronic inflammation it can lead to several health issues including hypertension, coronary heart … [Read more...]
Want Beautiful Skin? Foods to Eat to Make Your Skin Glow
Have you ever heard the expression “you are what you eat?” When it comes to beautiful skin, it couldn’t be truer. The healthier your diet is, the more your skin will look firm, even, clear and healthy. If you have a poor diet it can leave your skin looking blemished, sallow, dry, red, irritated or otherwise unattractive. No matter how many expensive face creams and cleansers you spend your money on, changing your diet will have a much greater effect of the overall look of your skin. Here are a few delicious and healthy foods that will give you glowing and beautiful skin: … [Read more...]
Bored With Your Workout — How to Spice Up Your Fitness Routine
Do you find that after a few weeks of going to the gym at the same time and doing the exact same exercises you become bored? If your workout gets in a rut, you can feel unmotivated to go to the gym and this can get in the way of accomplishing your fitness goals. Also, if you always do the same exercise each time you work out, you won’t enjoy the benefit of strengthening all of your muscles. Just sticking to one exercise routine is not the best way to achieve overall fitness and better health. So what can you do to keep your fitness routine varied and interesting and keep yourself … [Read more...]
How to Stay in Shape When You Work From Home
Whether you own your own business, work remotely, or freelance, working from home is fantastic. You don’t have to worry about morning traffic, you can work in your pajamas if you so desire, and you can create your own work environment. However, one of the downsides of working at home is that it can make it harder to get motivated with a fitness regime. It’s easier to make yourself go to the gym on your way to and from the office, or ride your bike to work, but how can you stay fit when your only exercise is walking downstairs to your computer chair? Staying fit and active is very … [Read more...]
Trying to Lose Weight? Eating to Get the Most Out of Your Workout
Did you know that the food you eat before and after working out can have an impact on how effective your exercise regime is? Working out takes energy, and the food that you use to fuel that energy makes a big difference. When you fuel up on the right nutrients you can superpower your workout and make the most of your time in the gym. What to Eat Before the Gym Some people swear by working out on an empty stomach, but studies have shown that because you have no food in your system to use as fuel this can cause your body to burn your muscle reserves for energy. You are going to the gym to build … [Read more...]