We hear about probiotics everywhere. They are supposed to help keep our immune systems strong, promote healthy bowel movements, and pay our car notes. Okay maybe not that last thing, but that’s how great the media makes probiotics sound. I’ve been taking probiotic supplements for years to help keep my ulcerative colitis in check. But, […]Read Post ›
I love bentonite clay! I’ve been using it for over two years and have even posted DIY recipes using it. That’s why I thought it would be helpful to make a post on what bentonite clay is and its benefits. What Is Bentonite Clay? Bentonite clay is a special clay infused with volcanic ash. It […]Read Post ›
I’ve been thinking of trying kickboxing for a long time. Unfortunately, I currently can’t afford to attend classes. That’s why I turned to free videos on YouTube. Here are four of my favorite beginner cardio kickboxing videos from YouTube. Video: 19 Minutes Low Impact Beginner Cardio Boxing Workout Channel: BodyFit by Amy This workout is […]Read Post ›
I’ve been seeing health blogs and YouTubers going crazy about dry brushing. So I had to find out if dry brushing was really that amazing? I became super interested after reading about the benefits. This made me want to dig a little deeper and learn more about dry brushing. What is dry brushing? Well, it […]Read Post ›
Ah, napping. Something we all use to hate as children, but now miss as adults. Napping is sometimes associated with being lazy, but it’s actually a completely natural, productive use of one’s time. Our energy levels naturally rise and fall during the day. That’s where the “after lunch slump” comes from. Benefits What makes napping […]Read Post ›
Beginning your fitness journey can be confusing and even scary. There are many ways to achieve a fit life. With so much information floating around how do you even know where to start? Will you go low carb? Paleo? Vegan? What type of workouts will you do? My first tip is to remember that this […]Read Post ›
All the information on this website is published in good faith and for general information purpose only. Please see my full disclaimer here. While reading around about healthy living, I found a few articles explaining the dangers of traditional antiperspirants. Naturally, I didn’t want anything to do with those nasty toxic ingredients. I did some […]Read Post ›
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is something that I have been suffering from since college. Each year during the fall, I experience a considerable decrease in my mood. My anxiety shoots through the roof. Insomnia takes over my nights and I find it near impossible to focus on anything. I spend the whole winter praying […]Read Post ›
The months are just flying by. It’s crazy to think 2017 has less than two more months. I’m trying my best to make the most out of them. It’s hard for me to keep focused and motivated when winter comes. I suffer from seasonal affective disorder or SAD and it seems to be getting worse […]Read Post ›
I mentioned in my October LMBL update that I set a goal for myself to become an early riser. I have read a ton of articles on how waking up earlier can have many different benefits. Waking up early can help stabilize your mood throughout the day. Studies found that people experienced less depression and anxiety when they started their days earlier. Those that get moving in the early hours are more productive than those that sleep in. Morning people also experience less stress and rushing in the morning. All of that sounds awesome to me, so here are five habits I’m trying to pick up to become a morning person.
