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The Importance of a Nightly Bedtime Routine
The only thing more important than your daily routine is (you guessed it) your nightly bedtime routine. Sleep is one of the easiest ways to improve your mental and physical health, as well as benefit your overall wellbeing, so why skip out on it? In preparation for one of the most important parts of your "day," there are many varying routines in which people partake, from simply rolling into bed at the end of the day to having hours of preparation time. You might be wondering what the right move is and where to find that "sweet spot" when it comes to your nightly setup. Find out the importance of having a nightly bedtime routine, how to achieve a successful one and what the benefits are by checking out these tips.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Longevity
5 Ways to Improve Your Sleep Cycle
Getting a good night’s sleep is really important to your health. If you have any type of health condition or you simply want to do everything that you can to stay healthy, it’s essential that you get at least seven to eight hours of sleep every night. However, a lot of people struggle getting to sleep or staying asleep. If you’re having trouble sticking to a regular sleep schedule, here are some helpful ways to stay on track.
By Kari Oakley5 years ago in Longevity
5 Ways Anyone Can Improve Their Health
Making healthier choices is actually a lot easier then most people think. You don’t have to starve, or eat nothing but bone broth. There are ways to simply adjust what you put in your body to help keep down inflammation and just in general be more satisfying to your body. So here we go..
By Valerie Gessler5 years ago in Longevity
How To Stay Healthy At Your Desk Job
Staying healthy can feel difficult when you are busy working, no matter what your job is. However, it may feel even more difficult to look after your health properly when you spend the majority of your day sitting at a desk, staring at a computer screen. While a sedentary job may make it a little more difficult to stay in shape or get a certain level of physical activity into your day, the reality is that there are many things you can do to keep healthy while working a desk job.
By Robert Cordray5 years ago in Longevity
5 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Upcoming Holidays
While the holidays may be a great time to gather with friends and family, they aren't always so good for your health. Increased pressure, too many things to get done in too little time, and last-minute shopping can lead to irritability, anxiety and stress. Add to that the less than healthy foods that are most commonly on display during the season, and it is no wonder why people often are left exhausted and prone to illness when January rolls around. That's no way to start off a new year, though, so make this holiday season different. These five strategies can help you manage the hustle and bustle of the holidays while also taking care of your overall health and wellness.
By Craig Middleton5 years ago in Longevity
We're in the midst of Open Enrollment. Here is what you need to know
Open enrollment started in October and will end on December 7th. If you are happy with your current plan, it's a good idea to take a look at what offerings are available as your plan may have changed, or there might be something similar out there that will work better or just as well and cost you less. Remember, if you find something better you can change your plan, but you have to make the change by December 7th.
By Tina Bizan5 years ago in Longevity
Healthy Ways to Boost Your Morning Routine
Life. It can be stressful and unpredictable, frustrating or overstimulating. Because of this, it's essential that routines are established and practiced on a regular basis. Why? Because routines work. They give everyone at least a little bit of security, normalcy and predictability, all invaluable to overall well-being. However, developing a new routine and sticking with it doesn't just happen overnight, and it can be too easy to get off track. If you could use some inspiration to get your mornings back, keep reading. Here are some great ways to do it.
By Craig Middleton5 years ago in Longevity
What people with Fibromyalgia want you to know
Things People with Fibromyalgia want you to know 1. We are always tired. It doesn’t matter if we fell asleep at 8 p.m. and woke up at 8 a.m., chances are we are not waking up feeling refreshed even after those 12 hours. Our “sleep” isn’t as good for us as for someone not suffering from this disease. We toss and turn in desperate attempts to find positions that are comfortable, we take forever for our minds to turn off, and often times we wake up at least once during the night.
By Erin kouris5 years ago in Longevity
