The holiday season is officially upon us! This time of year brings cozy sweaters, crisp weather, and familiar scents like cinnamon, fresh spruce, and fallen leaves—evoking cherished memories. It’s a special time to connect with loved ones, celebrate traditions passed down through generations, and savor the magic of the season. However, alongside the joys of…
Triglycerides are often underestimated when it comes to their impact on health. Although they are essential for life, elevated triglyceride levels can be devastating to the body. They have the power to cause life-threatening damage to the heart, arteries, pancreas, and liver. Triglycerides are frequently overlooked or overshadowed by other health metrics. However, they are…
Grounding has gained significant attention from researchers, with scientific studies strongly supporting its benefits. Research shows compelling evidence that daily grounding can positively impact chronic inflammatory health conditions. As interest in grounding grows, the market has expanded. New innovative indoor equipment allows people to stay grounded throughout the day. Many early adopters of this practice…
Modern life has put an almost unmanageable amount of demands on the family unit. In a world full of chaos it is more important than ever to prioritize coming together and enjoying a family meal. Family dinners have been proven by research to have a protective effect on the family. Providing families who participate with…
Providing kids with healthy lunch options can be a real challenge. During the school year, lunches must be able to last for hours in a lunch box and be eaten without heating. When kids are home, lunches need to be appealing enough to make them pause mid-day play for a meal. It’s often tempting to…
Family meals have been a staple of family life since the 18th century. During the Industrial Revolution, more people left the house to work during the day. The family would reunite at the end of the work day, share a meal, and discuss the day’s events. During World War II, wartime propaganda posters promoted family…
Grounding, also known as earthing, is a new term for an ancient practice. Grounding is the therapeutic act of connecting the body to the earth’s electrical activity. Common ways to practice grounding include walking barefoot outdoors, swimming in natural bodies of water like lakes or the ocean, or by using grounding equipment. Although research on…
Hypothyroidism is an endocrine disorder where the thyroid gland does not produce enough Triiodothyronine (T3), Tetraiodothyronine (T4), also known as thyroxine or Calcitonin. These thyroid hormones control various bodily functions including but not limited to, metabolism, heart rate, muscle strength, cell regeneration, and mood. Nearly 5 in every 100 people over the age of 12…
The world is full of ‘old wives’ tales’—urban legends and stories passed down from generation to generation, often with little to no evidence to support their claims. Hygiene is no exception. In today’s hyper-connected world, opinions abound on everything from soap types to shower frequency. In this article, we separate hygiene myths from hygiene facts….
Feeding an entire family can be daunting at best. Busy schedules, picky eaters, and the demand of screen time can leave a family feeling distant and overwhelmed. The value of eating together as a family can get lost in the chaos. Many times, the workload of a routine family dinner may not seem worth it….
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