We’re all about getting off medications and getting on a healthy diet, exercise routine, and wise supplementation regime instead. If you’re transitioning still or using certain necessary medications, this is helpful to know: From “5 Foods Not to Mix With Medications” By AgingCare.com “According to Stephen Dahmer, M.D., of the Continuum Center for Health and…

“Even fairly low levels of physical activity can translate into longer life expectancy, says a new study from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Using data from more than 650,000 people, mostly over age 40, researchers found that people who participated in leisure-time physical activity added as much as 4.5 years to their lives. The U.S….

So my sister was right, sitting on a balance ball at your desk at work IS a great idea! Here’s a few other tips to implement at your workplace to get some physical activity going on in this video.

You’re probably going to consume a lot of food tomorrow. Hopefully not too much. But check out this guide to help you eat more of the good stuff, and less of the GMO stuff. Then check out this traditional holiday dessert recipe here. Then check out these seasonal soups here. And check out these themed…

From Institute of HeartMath… 1. Yam and Carrot Delight This is a great twist on the traditional Yam Casserole for Thanksgiving. Carrots make this dish lighter and rich tasting. Serving it in oranges makes it fun and colorful – adding a sparkle to your Thanksgiving meal. You can also serve it without marshmallows and pecans…

From “5 Smells That Make You Kinder, Happier, Nicer” by Kristina Chew “Cinnabon knows what it’s doing. The smell of baking bread can make us kinder, says a study from Journal of Social Psychology by scientists from the University of Southern Brittany in France. Wanting to test the notion that smells can influence behavior, the…

Look at all these recipes I’ve stumbled across that just say “Hello November, you look de-lish-ish! But in a make them healthier yourself instead of buying the processed versions kind of way! 1. Turnip Puff (recipe via Kitchen Parade) Serves 4 Ingredients 3 pounds purple-topped turnips (about 6 large) or rutabagas (about 1 large) 2…

COMING IN 2013…SHAKLEE180! That’s just a sneak peek of what Shaklee’s “Cinch Inch Loss Plan” will be transforming into starting in January. Same phenomenol supplemental products, but an even better program to help you do a full TURNAROUND in your life! They say it takes 90 days to change your habits and another 90 days…

From “7 Metabolism Dos & Don’ts”, DivineCaroline ““I have a high metabolism.” It’s the infuriating explanation given with a coy shrug by every model, actress, and skinny friend who still shops in the juniors department despite shoveling burgers and pizza in her mouth every chance she gets. Do you also have a high threshold for…

From “7 Tips to Prevent Holiday Weight Gain” by Dr. Mache Seibel “With Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years just around the corner, we are heading into the weight-gaining window of the year. For those of us trying to control our weight, it’s a downright “dangerous” time. According to the New England Journal of Medicine, people…

From “5 Halloween Superfoods” By Michelle Schoffro Cook “While you might be hoping that candy and chocolate make the cut for Halloween superfoods, sorry they don’t. After eating all the high-sugar, empty calories from Halloween you might want to eat some real superfoods. So here are my picks for the top Halloween superfoods. Pumpkins—Not just…