Women's Health

Study Suggests It's Never Too Late to Get Active

A study conducted on more than 30,000 older adult heart patients found that becoming active later in life can be nearly as beneficial to quality of life as continued activity earlier in youth. The European Society of Cardiology suggests that it is possible for someone to overcome prior years of inactivity and reap the benefits of exercise later in life. “The results show that continuing an…
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Weight Loss

35 Best Mahatma Gandhi Quotes to Motivate and Inspire You

Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings have touched the lives of so many people around the world. Known as the Father of India, he was loved for his humble simplicity and peaceful nature. One of Mahatma Gandhi’s greatest gifts were his quotes that help us to look within and allow us…
Women's Health

Why You Should Consider Seeing a Physical Therapist for Childbirth

They say that running a marathon is like childbirth. So doesn’t it stand to reason that you should go to a physical therapist for childbirth, just like you would after a race?  Even more, why do you see a PT leading up to your race but not leading up to your delivery?  Pregnancy and childbirth are tough on the body — leaving many women to feel as if their bodies may never be the same again.
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Weight Loss

Scalp Massage 101: 13 Benefits and Techniques

If you haven’t heard, a scalp massage should be part of your regular wellness routine. Not only does it feel amazing, there are numerous benefits to massaging your scalp, from boosting circulation to reducing stress and promoting hair growth. A scalp massage- using your…
Women's Health

How Van Lifer Claire P. Thomas Stays Fit and Healthy on the Road

We chose a location on a random stretch of beach just off the Honoapi‘ilani Highway on Maui — a place where we could pull Claire P. Thomas’ converted Sprinter van through the kiawe trees and onto the sand. The only other people around were a few environmental volunteers taking water samples down the way. We were shooting Thomas “making breakfast,” and she stood just inside the van…
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Weight Loss

25 Seaweed Snack Recipe Ideas for Thyroid Health

A staple in many Asian cuisines, seaweed is a popular meal ingredient, dietary supplement, and a delicious snack. And if you’re concerned about your thyroid, seaweed snacks are a simple way to get the vitamins and minerals your body needs for optimal thyroid health. If…
Women's Health

How Exercise Boosts Mental Health

Molly Kujawski has a family history of mental illness. In college she became depressed and took medication to fight the blues. At the same time, in an effort to counteract her genetics, she started working out regularly and eating better — and everything changed, including her mental health. “Once I got consistent with exercising and eating well, I didn’t need medication anymore,” she…
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