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Why Does Rejection Make My Heart Hurt?
Have you ever noticed that experiencing rejection can hurt just as much as physical injury? Strange as it may seem, physical pain and the emotional sting of rejection actually have a lot in common. In this blog post, we will … Read more
Brain-Boosting Beverages to Enhance Mental Performance
“I need coffee in the morning” – We probably all know more people who start their days with a cup of coffee than ones who don’t. Many of these people would describe feeling more awake after their first cup of … Read more
Fitness with Furry Friends: Including Pets in Your Workouts
All our pets need exercise to be physically and mentally healthy, just like we do. Cats love to climb, hamsters run on their wheels, dogs need their walks.
Including your pet in your fitness routine can be beneficial for both … Read more
6 foods to combat emotional burnout
Feeling burned out goes beyond feeling simply tired or stressed out in the moment. It goes a step further to make us feel extremely exhausted both mentally and physically. Due to feeling burned out, we might not be able to … Read more
The Science of Comfort Food: The Psychological Effects of Food Choices
Food is one of life’s greatest pleasures. Apart from its nutritional value, food is an enjoyable part of the human life experience and is often something that brings people together. Additionally, besides the obvious physical effects gained from our daily … Read more
Omega 3 fatty acids: Power source for mental health
In our quest for holistic well-being, the relationship between nutrition and mental health has become an increasingly fascinating topic. Among the array of nutrients that influence our cognitive and emotional balance, omega-3 fatty acids have emerged as key players. These … Read more
Fitness for families: 10 activities to get everybody moving.
health, reduces the risk of diseases and strengthens one’s physique. Nevertheless, some find it difficult to engage in regular physical activity. Therefore, this blog aims to explore 10 different activities that could be done as a family (CDC, 2023).
Walking
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Hiking: Exercise, Discovery and Lush Beauty
Hiking refers to going for long walks, usually somewhere in nature. It is a known fact that engaging in physical exercise has several benefits such as; reducing heart disease, lowering blood pressure and increasing bone density. There are several blogs … Read more
The Connection Between Plant-Based Diets and Mental Health
We know that a human’s mental health impacts the physical health and quality of life – and vice versa. Surely, you have heard of the so-called body-mind-connection, giving our body the nutrients it needs to be healthy, plays a big … Read more