Maintaining good posture is tough. We sit a lot — at work, in the car, at the dinner table, while visiting family and friends, and more. Sitting is not a bad thing, but sitting incorrectly with slouched shoulders is. Sitting in a slouched position happens when we’re not paying attention to sitting up tall or we’re neglecting to get up and move often.Sitting incorrectly can lead ...

Nutrition labels are powerful tools providing you with valuable information about the contents of your food. The key to using nutrition labels to your advantage is understanding how to decode them. In this guide, you will learn the four key components of a nutrition label so you can feel confident the next time you read one. Serving Size and Calories The first step in understan ...

“Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.” — Dalai Lama Being kind is something we are taught to do from a young age. Kindness involves paying it forward out of the goodness in your heart, with no ulterior motive other than to brighten someone’s day. The Mayo Clinic describes the art of kindness as follows: “The art of kindness involves harboring a spirit of helpfulnes ...

There is no denying that, sometimes, life can be downright hectic. Let’s face it: Your day is filled with hundreds, maybe thousands, of decisions, all of which can lead to decision fatigue. One area that can help prevent decision fatigue and allow you to set yourself up for success is meal planning. Taking time to plan your meals doesn’t just save you calories and help you hit ...

Quality sleep is one of the most important pieces of overall wellness. In fact, sleep quality directly impacts your cognition, reaction time, physical performance, immune system, stress levels, hormone balance, metabolism and digestion. If your wellness isn’t optimal, you may want to audit your sleep hygiene. Read the following statements. Do they apply to you presently? I ...