We all know how frustrating it is to get into the see the doctor. If you are like me and live out in the country it can be even harder. I have to get an appointment, if I can, and then get everyone in the car and make the trip to the doctor’s office. It…
Health & Wellness
Never Gonna Be Skinny
I am a plus size gal and it has taken me years to be okay with that. I am working on losing weight although it seems I am always working on that. I have hit a sort of wall I think. I am at 227 and have been there for more than six months now….
Be Happy Even When You Wish Things Were Different
Be Happy. Such an easy statement but at times one of the hardest things to accomplish. Every single one of us have tings going on in our lives that makes being happy difficult. Whether it is an illness, worry over money and bills, a divorce, or just us standing in our way. We all have…
Plan Your Keto Meals In 3 Easy Steps
Many people find meal planning complicated, especially when planning keto meals. One of the reasons might be the lack of knowledge regarding which nutrients should be included. Another reason could be not knowing which products go together. Or, it could be not knowing where to start from. Regardless of the reason, you need to learn…
Chafing: Cause, Elimination and Prevention
Chafing is very painful, irritating, and feels like the skin is raw, especially in cold weather. A lot of women specifically develop chafing in the inner thigh area, which can cause rashes and fungal growth.
Staying Hydrated Thanks to the SodaStream Fizzi One Touch
How many of you have New Year’s resolutions that involve drinking more water? It is one of mine and I will tell y’all that I have the hardest time drinking enough water. I HATE water! I really do and I have found that if I add a little flavor I can handle it okay. That…
5 Ways to Make Every Day a Healthy Day
Living a healthy lifestyle does not happen on its own. To start with you have to work at it, but then it just becomes the norm and you will live healthily every day. Personal trainers and dieticians not only help other people be healthier, but they also have things that they do all the time…
4 Things to do When You Always Feel Sick and Tired
Do you find yourself dragging yourself out of bed every morning? Are you always sluggish and lethargic? Or perhaps you feel that you are always coming down with something? Here are some things you can do if you are always feeling sick and tired.
3 Reasons Stress is Harmful to Your Health
Stress can bring the most powerful men and women to their knees on any given day. The external reactions of a friend, family member, coworker, or even yourself, can be quite noticeable when experiencing a stressful event. But, the internal damages to your well-being may lie far enough below the surface that they often go…
New Nurses: A Guide to Working Overnight
As a healthcare professional, you know better than any that working overnight can be really tough for your health. Those who shift their sleep patterns like this tend to experience more illnesses and may even have a shorter life expectancy than others – so it’s really no wonder that we dread those graveyard shifts so…