The new year is here, which means most of us are making a list of resolutions. Unfortunately, studies show that most New Year's resolutions only last about three weeks before we settle back into our old habits. There are many reasons people don't stick to their resolutions, from setting too many of them to getting discouraged by small failures. When it comes to health goals in particular, setting overly ambitious and restrictive goals is one major cause of failure. Don't worry, it's not all bad news! Small, incremental lifestyle changes can be the difference between success and failure. Committing to moderate, realistic goals and making small changes every day will set you on the path to better health! Here are some great, attainable goals you...
Very few things make a parent feel as helpless as their child suffering from an ear infection. Losing sleep and knowing that your child is in severe pain or running a fever can be agonizing, but you don't have to feel helpless! These holistic remedies may help reduce recovery time and make your little sweetheart more comfortable in the meantime
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, marking the beginning of the holiday season and bringing with it the the warmth of family and friends- and FOOD! Eating the seasonally ripe foods of Thanksgiving prepred with traditional culinary herbs can create a great foundation for a healthy winter season. Traditionally, herbs and spices were not only used to enhance the flavor of foods, but to also boost health during the cool winter months. Grandma's chicken soup really is the cure for what ails you, because the herbs used to season it pack a powerful immune-boosting punch! Let's explore the medicinal properties of these common Thanksgiving culinary herbs! Rosemary Rosemary is such a versatile herb, used to season beef, poultry or pork....
Turmeric root powder is a popular ingredient in Asian cooking. The fragrant, orange-colored root adds a unique flavor to sauces, soups and curries. Turmeric is also often used to color food products because of its vivid hue. Research studies are most often focused on the healing of benefits of curcumin, a group of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds found in turmeric. Although curcumin is available as a standardized extract, the whole herb may be more beneficial for you. Turmeric as a whole herb stays in the digestive tract longer than curcumin, which provides more opportunity for curcumin to be absorbed, along with other beneficial substances. The healing properties of turmeric have been studied extensively in recent years, and the results are truly remarkable....
When it’s time to go back to school, every parent is doing their best to make sure their children are prepared for success. As the parent of a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, I know too well the complex emotions that accompany the start of the school year for those one-in-five parents whose child had a learning disorder. My sweet child is so intelligent, but really struggles to find the focus and attention needed to pay attention in class and successfully complete homework every day. As we have walked through his educational journey, I've done hours of research and used plenty of trial-and-error in finding the keys to his academic success. Once we discovered this regimen, we shared it...
