Health
With The 4th of July right around the corner, everyone will definitely want some sweet cocktails while hanging out under the umbrella. Here are some recipes that will surely give you that cocktail kick while remaining low-fat and un-regrettable. Recipes from VitalJuice: all about healthy ways to quench your thirst!
Eating too much sodium can push your blood pressure into the danger zone. Now, researchers are reporting that eating too many sweets–or drinking too much soda–may have a similar effect. People who consume a diet high in fructose, a type of sugar and a key ingredient in high-fructose corn syrup, are more likely to have […]
When I was commuting this morning, I realized that the amount of time that I leave to catch the subway connects very strongly to my mood for the entire day. When I’m able to find a seat and relax with my coffee, all of the people bustling around me doesn’t bother me as much. Although […]
I started my Yoga practice in 1996, at the time it was not as popular as it is now. Prior to my Yoga certification, I worked for 15 years in the News and Entertainment business. I got stressed out and discovered Yoga, also discovering Yoga at that time was my long time friend, Russell Simmons. […]
Outdoor swimming is something that is limited by the weather. So take advantage while the summer is around! I’m not talking intense laps and training: splash around and bring a floatie and a book.
Even relaxation can bring out the best in you — but make sure you do it properly. The Corpse Pose or Savasana may look like a simple relaxing pose that is done in between or after a Yoga pose (Asana), but this exercise requires a lot of concentration and will develop through continued practice.
I’ll be the first to admit that I drink way too much coffee (this means, according to the National Coffee Association that I’m one of the 56% of American adults who regularly drink coffee). I get a Grande White Chocolate Mocha from Starbucks every morning on the way to work and an iced coffee on […]
Meditation is a mental discipline by which one attempts to get beyond the conditioned, “thinking” mind into a deeper state of relaxation or awareness. There are many different meditation methods.
I was just reading an article about how Vitamin D is really important for your general health, especially for African Americans, but most people are lacking it in some way. Sunlight is the best way to get Vitamin D, but with people spending less time outdoors than they have in the past, it’s not shocking […]
"I'm a realist" is the phrase I hear a lot of people say when giving reason to rejecting optimism. However, being optimistic can pay off when you're in a bad mood and are trying to think the best of the situation.
From cutting-edge technology to formulas tailored to your skin, ward off sun damage with our editors' top picks for the summer.
With new research linking pressure at work to heart disease in women, it’s more important than ever to take some time to unwind. Turn off the BlackBerry, take a break from tweeting and try one of these simple stress-relievers from experts and women like you.
