The connection between the body and mind has been at the center of medical, spiritual and cultural discussions for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. Most cultural, spiritual and medical traditions agree that there is a definite mind-body connection, but not all agree on exactly what that means. Understanding the Mind Before explaining the mind-body […]
Continue readingThe mind is something that many of us understand as the seat of human cognitive power: our thinking, feeling, and perceiving. When you study for an exam, you are using your mind. When you feel happy or sad, you are using your mind. When you interpret facial gestures in your conversation partner, you are using […]
Continue readingEating right during and after pregnancy isn’t only about weight management. Eating right during and after pregnancy is about giving you and your baby the best possible chance for living a long and healthy life. It is absolutely crucial for you as a pregnant or breastfeeding mom to have a healthy diet. Your body nourishes […]
Continue readingWorry, nervousness, insomnia, the inability to socialize—indeed, anxiety can be a major impediment to leading a healthy and fulfilling life. But anxiety is a very treatable condition and you have the power to control it so that it doesn’t control you. Anxiety, as a medical disorder, is extremely common in modern Western societies. According to the Australian Bureau […]
Continue readingIf you are looking to lose weight and get heart-healthy then you are probably looking for foods that can help you along the way. So look no further than almonds. According to a study authored by Dr. David J.A. Jenkins at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, Canada, eating almonds daily positively affects the lipid levels in […]
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