As the temperatures drop, it can be tempting to crank up the heat to stay toasty. Heating
accounts for the majority of the energy used in most homes and the cost can really add
up. By making smart choices, you can help reduce pollution and keep your heating bills
low. Here are a few tips:
Seal leaks: Locate places in your home where heat can escape.… Read the rest
We’ve always the heard the saying to enjoy everything in moderation, and that is definitely true when it comes to holiday foods. Don’t try to deprive yourself during the holidays, it most likely won’t go over well. Having an extra holiday treat here and there won’t kill you. You’re allowed to indulge a bit, just keep portions small when it comes to holiday desserts and make sure you limit how often you eat them.… Read the rest
The holidays are a big part of the fall and winter months. This is often a time to reconnect
with family and loved ones, to attend social events, and celebrate your beliefs.
Unfortunately, it can also be a time of extra commitments, nonstop activity, and pressure
to get it all done. This can result in a lot of stress both mental and physical.… Read the rest
The Pessimist’s Guide to Gratitude
Your mother was right – say thank you.
Scientists have now proven what your mother always knew it’s good to be
grateful. Being grateful is more than just politeness; it’s actually good for your
health and wellbeing.
In a study by Robert A. Emmons, of the University of California, and Davis and
Michael E.… Read the rest
Thanksgiving is a great meal. Friends and family come together to give thanks and
celebrate the harvest season
…and to overeat.
All of us know the feeling of eating too much, too heavy, too rich. When we should be
enjoying our time with loved ones, we are uncomfortable. We exasperate our health
conditions and catch a cold.… Read the rest
Smoking is a strong, complicated addiction. Quitting smoking is no small task and you will need lots of support to be successful. You need the best tools to help with the physical and emotional symptoms, and acupuncture is a great resource to help you succeed.
So you’ve quit smoking, or maybe you’re trying and not sure how long you will last. Either way, quitting is not easy, and staying smoke-free in the long term is even harder. You may have periods of time when you’re feeling confident and a cigarette is the last thing on your mind, or you may all of a sudden have intense cravings.… Read the rest
Pie. Cookies. Chocolate. Eggnog. Champagne.
The holiday season is filled with good foods. You eat and drink with your friends and
loved ones to celebrate how much you care about them.
But we all know that too much of a good thing is no longer good. Too many rich foods
can lead to extra pounds, digestion upsets, mood swings and a generally “yucky” feeling.… Read the rest
What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness is a state of active, open, intentional attention on the present moment. When you become mindful, you realize that you are not your thoughts; you become an observer of your thoughts from moment to moment without judging them. Mindfulness involves being with your thoughts as they are, neither grasping at them nor pushing them away.… Read the rest
Massage and bodywork can help release chronic muscular tension and pain, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, reduce mental and physical fatigue and stress, promote faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure. Massage and bodywork are also known to promote better sleep, improve concentration, reduce anxiety, and create an overall sense of well-being.
