Tag: healthy

Lifestyle, Wellness

Simple Ways To Stay Hydrated Throughout The Day

by Ayla Melissa
Simple Ways To Stay Hydrated Throughout The Day

We all know that we need water to be healthy, however it isn’t always easy to remember to drink enough water throughout the day. Especially with summer approaching, proper hydration is immensely important! There are many science-backed benefits to drinking water, some of which include increased energy levels, better brain function, and improved regulation of body temperature. It’s not difficult to remember to drink water after eating or when you’re feeling thirsty, but that’s usually not enough water. It’s important to consistently drink water throughout the day in order to ensure proper hydration levels. The Institute of Medicine recommends that men drink at least 101 ounces of water a day, while women should drink at least 74 ounces a day. While that all sounds great, how can you actually remember to drink that much water each day? Continue reading to discover simple ways to stay hydrated throughout the day. 

Lifestyle, Wellness

Healthy and Energizing Snack Ideas

by Ayla Melissa
Healthy and Energizing Snack Ideas

When it comes to dealing with low energy between meals and hunger pangs, having healthy snacks is essential. Unfortunately, many popular snacks are immensely high in sugar and refined carbs, both of which aren’t necessarily healthy nor filling. When you’re seeking lasting energy, you need snacks that include protein and fiber. Typically, when we’re feeling hungry, we eat whatever we can find. However, that is usually cookies, potato chips, and unhealthy granola bars that are packed with sugar. Nevertheless, with only a little bit of preparation, we can ensure that we’re eating healthy, nutritious, and delicious snacks. There are both nourishing homemade snack options, as well as ready-to-eat store bought choices. Below you’ll discover some great healthy and energizing snack options that you’ll love!

Lifestyle, Wellness

Morning Routine Habits To Start Your Day Right

by Ayla Melissa
Morning Routine Habits To Start Your Day Right

Your morning routine sets the tone for the rest of your day. A morning routine is the foundation for self-care practices. A healthy and focused morning routine ensures that you start your day properly. Every morning, we have a choice to make. It is up to us whether we’ll start the day hitting the snooze button as many times as possible and then rushing to get everything done on time, or we can make the healthy, low-stress, and conscious decision to incorporate healthy self-care methods into our morning routine. The latter is a much better choice for both physical and mental wellbeing. Creating a morning routine that feels structured helps us start our day off on the right foot. There are so many excellent ways to start the day. Here are seven morning routine habits to start your day right. 

Beauty

8 Best Vegan Beauty Brands and Products

by Ayla Melissa
8 Best Vegan Beauty Brands and Products

November is World Vegan Month! And, in honor of World Vegan Month, we want to highlight the best vegan beauty products. Vegan beauty is becoming increasingly popular, and for a great reason! Vegan beauty products are safer for your body, environmentally friendly, and cruelty-free. However, when you’re looking to buy vegan beauty products, you need to be able to differentiate between the good products and the not-so-good ones. We’ve compiled a list of the best vegan beauty brands and products, so you can take the guesswork out of shopping for vegan beauty!

Lifestyle, Wellness

Energizing Ways To Overcome An Afternoon Slump

by Ayla Melissa
Energizing Ways To Overcome An Afternoon Slump

Most of us have experienced an afternoon slump at some point. You know the feeling. First, your day starts off super productive, and you get many things done. Then, like clockwork, your energy plummets around 2:00 or 3:00 p.m. The afternoon lack of energy can lead to lost productivity and unnecessary mistakes. Even though it’s normal to experience an afternoon slump due to Circadian rhythms, it can feel a bit frustrating to feel so sleepy when you have many more things to do. Think it is time to just give in to the afternoon slump and have a nap? Here are fast ways to fight the afternoon fatigue as soon as it starts.

Lifestyle

10 Simple Ways To Save Money On Groceries

by Ayla Melissa
10 Simple Ways To Save Money On Groceries

Grocery stores are expensive. But since we all have to eat, it can be difficult avoiding the costs that come along with groceries. Chances are that we are spending way more at the grocery store then we should. Nevertheless, there’s some good news! Saving money on groceries is easier then it seems. Shop smarter with these 10 simple money-saving tips and tricks.

Lifestyle, Wellness

How To Relax And Unwind After A Stressful Day

by Ayla Melissa
How To Relax And Unwind After A Stressful Day

It can often seem like you don’t even have ten minutes to sit down, and catch your breath. Understandably so, this constant hustle and bustle leads you to feel overwhelmed and stressed. After being in a constant ramped up state of mind, unwinding can seem impossible. Nevertheless, learning how to unwind after a stressful day leads to a better overall lifestyle. Read on to discover some of the simplest ways to relax and unwind after a stressful day.

Beauty

8 Effortless Tips & Tricks For Healthy, Shiny Hair

by Ayla Melissa
8 Effortless Tips & Tricks For Healthy, Shiny Hair

Everyone strives to have healthy hair. Having healthy, shiny hair is possible whether you have naturally luminous hair or not. There are many effortless ways to achieving the healthy hair that you strive to have. Want to have gorgeous hair quickly? Check out these 8 effortless tips for healthy, shiny hair.

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How To Get Glowing Skin: 6 Tips For A Brilliant Complexion

by Ayla Melissa
How To Get Glowing Skin: 6 Tips For A Brilliant Complexion

Healthy skin has a certain vibrant and youthful energy about it. There is something about skin with an ineffable glow that makes us all want to have a bright, fresh complexion. Whether you’re a skin care expert or a novice looking to improve their skin, here are 6 tips for a brilliant complexion.