Low energy is an unpleasant feeling we all endure, and sometimes at the worse possible time. Unfortunately, some people experience feelings of tiredness nearly every day. Diet, exercise, and proper sleep patterns are said to be significant factors in influencing a person’s feeling of energy. What many people don’t know is that the adrenal glands […]
The adrenal glands produce hormones that are closely associated with feelings of stress and wellness. Adrenaline and cortisol are both necessary for us to live healthy lives, but too much of them and people tend to feel shaky and worried, whether or not these feelings are actually warranted by their circumstances. The “fight or flight†[…]
If you think your cortisol levels might be out of balance, you might want to consider some ways to bring more harmony into your system. Consistent low-grade stress or fear releases cortisol levels that can have an impact on your sleep cycle, feelings of uneasiness, weight gain, and more. Some studies indicate that using holy […]
Do you feel stressed, anxious and tired a majority of the time? This state of chronic “distress” has become common for people today. It seems that with hectic schedules, there’s no time to eat well, exercise regularly or sleep enough, and it’s taking a toll! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that […]
We often think about getting a massage as pampering ourselves – like it’s some kind of indulgent luxury that makes us seem spoiled. But you may be pleasantly surprised to learn about the many health benefits connected to massage. It is truly a natural form of therapy that can address and relieve symptoms of all […]
Do you often pace back and forth, dread bad things that might happen, feel depressed, fearful, worried or have uneasiness about situations in your life? Maybe you feel restless, super tired, stressed, or you can’t seem to concentrate because your mind is racing… Â You probably feel tense and your muscles are very tight. The label […]
As the holidays approach, are you starting to feel stressed, like you have a “To Do List†a mile long and you don’t know how you’ll get it all done? How do you fit in all the holiday get-togethers with family and friends? Some of them you’ll enjoy and others you might want to skip, […]
You’ve heard about cortisol – that high cortisol levels contribute to weight gain.  But what is it?  Cortisol is known as the “stress” hormone as it is secreted in higher amounts during the bodies “fight or flight” response. Cortisol is normally higher in the morning and tapers off toward evening. Higher and sustained levels of cortisol such as during […]
Do you sleep well? Sometimes I have trouble sleeping. I’ve tried a number of natural sleep remedies and recently found one that’s especially good. In addition to adding more B vitamins to my diet, I tried the bioactive milk peptides you’ll read about in the article below from Life Extension. Sleep deprivation is just plain […]
