‘Tis the season for congestion. Whether you have a cold, the flu, or just a bad case of the sniffles, sinus congestion is no fun to deal with. Feeling stuffed up in the face can leave you more tired during the day and even interfere with your sleep. Luckily, besides taking cold meds, there are…

There was Jazzercise in the ’70s, step aerobics in the ’80s, and Tae Bo in the ’90s… and we tried them all. But exercise fads come and go, and every few years we discover the next big thing that promises to help us burn fat and lose weight. In recent years, though, a trend with…

A diet packed with vitamins and minerals is a major key to staying healthy, but most of us never think about an important nutrient called manganese. Benefits of manganese include improving bone health, reducing inflammation to lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and balancing our blood sugar. Luckily, it’s found in many common…

Soreness and joint discomfort shouldn’t prevent us from enjoying everyday life. Thankfully these six natural ways to reduce aches and pains are sure to bring some much-needed relief! Banishes Backaches: A Little Wiggle Warmer days mean a sudden uptick in activity, which can trigger back pain for up to 55 percent of women. Fortunately, Boston…

These days it feels like there are so many “superfoods” on the market it can be tough to know which ones to choose. But just getting back to basics and eating whole, unrefined foods is usually the best choice when it comes to staying healthy. Fruits and vegetables are some of nature’s greatest resources for…

Whether you’re frantically getting the kids ready for school or motivating yourself to get out of bed for work, mornings can be stressful, disorganized, and sometimes a downright pain. But getting up early not only means you can start the day in a productive way, it also means you can boost your energy levels and…

How often do you continue working after you’ve left the office? It’s a habit most of us struggle to deflect in our daily lives. Regardless of your job field, there always seems to be a nagging voice in our head telling us there’s one more thing we need to check on over and over again.…

If you’ve ever said you’d “sleep on it” before making an important choice, you might have been on to something. According to new research, taking a little catnap may help you pick the best option when faced with a challenging decision. The October 2018 study published in the Journal of Sleep Research measured changes in…

Maple syrup and breakfast seem to go hand-in-hand, especially when pancakes are involved. But when it comes to maple syrup nutrition, some folks can be a bit skeptical. And that’s understandable. After all, just one tablespoon of maple syrup holds a whopping 52 calories and 12 grams of sugar. And on top of that it’s…