Lifestyle

Nutrition plays a massive role in how we feel overall, and what we consume is critical for keeping our energy levels where we need them to be to feel our best. To boost your energy levels, it's important to focus on consuming foods and drinks that provide sustained energy and avoid those that may cause energy crashes or fluctuations. Here are some food and drink items to avoid if you want to keep your energy up: Delicious low glycemic index foods include high-fiber veggies, whole grains such as quinoa,...

We love to spoil our four-legged fur babies, and one way to do that is by indulging them with a perpetual supply of tasty morsels. But before you share your food with them, you might want to know that some seemingly harmless, extremely common human foods can be toxic to our beloved pets. We’ll look at some of the best and worst pet food for dogs and cats and what you should look out for in the best pet food. Most dogs are gluttons, but some can be picky...

Autism affects about 1 in every 44 children. Because autism is so prevalent, it is important to understand how we can help children with autism lead healthy, fulfilling lives. Toys can serve as amazing tools to help autistic children calm down, self-regulate, and be successful in their environment. Children with autism can particularly benefit from sensory toys (toys designed to engage a child’s different senses: touch, hearing, sight, smell, and taste), helping them regulate their sensory needs and capturing their attention and focus. Some sensory toys are stimulating and...

Yoga is an ancient practice dating back thousands of years, potentially as far back as 3,000 BC. Having originated in India, the routine has been enhancing fitness and relaxation for dozens of generations of yogis. By the 1800s, yoga had been adopted by western countries, including America - with millions more people able to start enjoying the benefits. In fact, today, 300 million people practice yoga across the globe. Here you’ll learn about hot yoga - a yoga subcategory - and discover how beneficial it can be to your...