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5 Simple Ways to Stay Hydrated (Without Drinking Water)

Author: heartandsoul August 16, 2019 August 16, 2019

It’s hot out there, ya’ll. It feels like this past month I’ve been running between air conditioners to stay cool. And when those temperatures get warmer, our bodies are more likely to need water to stay cool and balanced. Health authorities commonly recommend that you drink at least 8 glasses of water per day. … Continue reading

How to Make Healthy Foods Taste Great

Author: heartandsoul August 12, 2019 August 12, 2019

So many people use the excuse that healthy food tastes ‘bland’ for not eating right. That’s maybe because your diet is packed with processed foods and sugary treats. So when you try something natural and healthy, it might appear “tasteless”. However, I believe that when we learn how to make our food taste delicious, … Continue reading

7 Worst Breakfast Foods to Start Your Day

Author: heartandsoul August 8, 2019 August 8, 2019

The comedian Jim Gaffigan once joked, “You can’t have cake for breakfast. Unless it’s a pancake with syrup.” While light-hearted, this joke sums up most Americans attitude towards breakfast. Doughnuts, sugary cereals, pastries and, yes, pancakes are generally accepted “breakfast meals”. Yet often we find ourselves crashing after breakfast – immediately hitting the coffee machine … Continue reading

7 Delicious Foods for Better Sleep

Author: heartandsoul August 1, 2019 August 1, 2019

It’s 1 AM. You’ve tossed and turned and sleep is nowhere to be found. Missing out on a good night’s rest can really ruin your day, but one method for better sleep at night could be as simple as changing your diet. Yes, certain foods can make you sleepy! Why do you feel so … Continue reading

5 Surprising Health Benefits of Honey

Author: heartandsoul July 25, 2019 July 25, 2019

It’s not just nature’s candy! Raw honey has been used as a folk remedy for thousands of years. For myself, the only time I’d use honey was to make my tea taste better. However, now that I understand the amazing health benefits I just had to share these tips with you. Below are 5 … Continue reading

10 Best Fruits for Weight Loss

Author: heartandsoul July 19, 2019 July 19, 2019

For my daughter, fruits are candy. Yet why can’t we look at fruit in the same way when we’re striving to lose weight? Certain fruits work wonderfully for an effective weight loss diet. So, throw away those junk food snacks and replace them with the 10 best fruits to eat for weight loss. Strawberries … Continue reading

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