Growing up, Lindsay Raynne relied on food for emotional support. “I came from a broken family, and eating was my constant,” she says. “Stability in caloric intake, you could say. I could always count on the joys of taste.” Low income living meant poor food quality for Raynne and her family, and she lived off of simple carbs, processed foods and sugar.
Raynne struggled with body-image…
Mocktails, or “mock cocktails”, are simply mixed drinks without the alcohol. Colorful and creative, they give you the feel of a sophisticated cocktail – minus the liquor. Some even include ingredients with flavors that mimic the taste of gin, vermouth, or bourbon.
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Growing up, Ellie Marie Manacchio realized that she didn’t look like her peers.
“I was always the heavy kid in a room of super-thin friends,” she remembers. “My dad told me I was ‘big boned’ and that it was just our family’s genetics.” Manacchio came from a…
Dowager’s hump, also known as ‘hyperkyphosis’ or ‘kyphosis’, is quite common among older adults, especially with the increased time spent hunched over electronic devices these days. The best way to improve a Dowager’s hump is by practicing proper posture throughout the day. However, there are also certain exercises that target your back and shoulders to strengthen weak muscles and…
If you’re looking to get more vitamins and antioxidants into your diet, chlorophyll water may be the perfect addition to your daily routine. With benefits like increased energy, detoxification, weight loss and improve immunity, it’s no wonder why this elixir is making…
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…
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 hands or a hand-held scalp massager- is easy to add to your wash day routine and you’re going to love the results. Take a…
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.
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Anxious thoughts are par for the course for having an anxious experience. As such, it’s easy to get trapped in an endless thought trap of “What ifs” and “I shouldn’t haves”. When it occurs, you may think this is your new normal. But like everything, anxious…
Shoulder mobility is super important for everyday life. From grabbing a plate from the top shelf of your cupboard, to pulling your dress zipper closed and lifting your kids, good shoulder mobility keeps these tasks easy and pain free. If you want to build strength and mobility in your shoulders, there are certain exercises that will help you do that, along with preventing tightness and injury.