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Tag: summer
Protection From The Sun Without Sunscreen
From increasing your vitamin D levels to boosting your mood, sunlight can improve your health in numerous ways. But unprotected exposure to the sun can be unhealthy. The sun produces harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation that can cause problems like sunburn or sun poisoning. It can also have other adverse effects, such as premature skin aging, skin cancer, and eye damage. And it’s not… Read more
Extreme Heat Health & Safety Tips
When it is hotter than normal, for several consecutive days, you are experiencing what is called a heat wave. Heat is one of the leading weather-related killers in the United States, resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year. In addition, heat can be very taxing on the body no matter what your age. Everyone can be… Read more
8 Health Benefits of Watermelon
Watermelon is a summertime staple, and truly one of the most beautiful, delicious, and fun fruits to enjoy. Fortunately it’s also incredibly good for you. Here are eight of watermelon’s important health benefits, how to pick a perfectly ripe fruit, and a few ways to incorporate water into meals, snacks, drinks, and desserts. Watermelon keeps… Read more
5 Summer Scents That Will Boost Your Well-Being
With the Polar Vortex officially behind us, the time has finally come for the warmer, brighter, “consistent” weather many have been craving. And whether you’re most excited for the beach trips or the delicious food, there’s one thing that many summer favorites all share in common: Their aromas can benefit our well-being. In case you need… Read more
7 June Superfoods
If ever there were a time of year when it just feels right to eat well, June is it. The air is sweet and warm and there are oodles of healthy options in the grocery store (or, if you’re fortunate, the local farm stand) that can help keep you energized through the long summer days.… Read more
Hot Dogs: Most Not Fit to Consume
You know what we “typical” Americans like to do this weekend…of course…EAT! However, there is a major concern as to the proper nutrition we are getting from the foods we love to consume. And, Memorial Day is the “unofficial” kickoff to this summertime way of eating. Not to mention, OUR children in particular take pleasure… Read more
Pro Tips to Stay Hydrated This Summer
We are only three and a half weeks into summer. We have a long way to go, yet. And, where I live there will be a drastic shift to higher temperatures lasting at least a week, beginning this weekend. This makes the body suddenly need more hydration and electrolytes than it does in any other… Read more
Summer’s Best and Worst Foods
Just as winter ended and excitement was building for the chance to have outdoor gatherings again, we get hit with a pandemic sending most of the world into a tailspin. Now that warmer weather is here and COVID-19 restrictions are easing, can you enjoy the summertime, picnics, and foods while showing love to your body as well as your taste buds? Yes! But not… Read more
The 9 Foods You Should Be Eating For Your Skin This Summer
Summer is official…as of last Saturday at 5:43 PM ET! Now, we need to think about how this season might affect how you look and feel—and no, it’s not just about your waistline. In order to keep a healthy glow inside and out this summer, eating well and hydrating correctly is essential. Paula Simpson, a biochemist and… Read more
6 Steps To Reset Your Sleep Patterns For Fall
While Monday, Labor Day, is known as the unofficial end of summer, many people find it more difficult to adjust their sleep schedule back to what it was before the laid back summertime schedule began. Although it is especially true for children who go back to school in August or September, adults can also suffer… Read more