Healthy Living Blog

One of the wonderful side-effects from this time of sheltering at home is many animal shelters around the nation are empty. Animals are being adopted and Kitty Block, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, was quoted as saying the rates of animal fostering have increased by 90% in some cities. This is not entirely surprising when we look closer at the physical and mental benefits of having a pet. For example, scientists found dog owners were likely to live longer than those who didn't have dogs: Dog owners had a 24% risk reduction for death from any cause,...

You’ve heard people talk about needing their “beauty sleep” but did you ever stop to think about the truth behind those words? “Beauty sleep” refers to the sleep that is needed in order to make a person feel and look healthy and attractive. WebMD recommends 7 to 9 quality hours of sleep each night to see the beauty improvements of: Fewer wrinkles A glowing complexion Brighter eyes/without bags or dark circles Healthier & fuller hair A happier, healthier appearance The benefits of good sleep go well beyond the outward appearance. Sleep helps us look AND feel better. Getting good rest also...

Getting good sleep can be hard. Schedule changes, jet lag, overactive nerves, or aging are just a few of the things that can make getting good sleep difficult. And yet, sleep is SO important for our health and wellness. How can you get the sleep your body needs? Here are a few tips and tricks and one special offer you won't want to miss at the end! 1. Get More Light During the Day Your body tracks night and day through your circadian rhythm. A good healthy circadian rhythm provides energy during the day and better sleep quality and duration...

2020 is here and with it comes a new decade and a clean slate, all ready to define who you would like to be. It is time for New Year’s resolutions and creating a healthier version of yourself. An article in Women’s Health suggested that to make goals for 2020 that will stick - avoid thinking of yourself as deficient in any way and instead focus on what helps you feel great. Zero in on what the best version of you would be. Need some ideas? We rounded up some of the top trending wellness goals for 2020. 1. Eat...