The Therapeutic Qualities of Art

Many Americans feel depressed, stressed, or exhausted on a daily basis. Negative emotions can overwhelm an individual and have detrimental effects on the mind. For certain people, medication seems like an extreme way to improve their mental health so instead they look for alternative methods. Joining a therapy group and regularly visiting a psychologist are …

Herbs for Better Health

For many Americans, the potential of herbalism has yet to be unlocked. Although uncommon in the United States, the World Health Organization (WHO) has stated that 80% of the world’s population relies on herbal medicine for some sort of primary care. It is also interesting to note that for thousands of years herbs have been …

Top 5 Benefits of Owning a Pet

Psychologists, veterinarians, and researches can all agree on one thing: there are endless benefits of owning a pet. The top 5 reasons every person or family should own a pet: 1. Most importantly, pets provide us with friendship, love, and affection. Having an always loyal companion is great way to beat off mild depression or …

Eat Healthier with Smaller Portions

Americans love to eat, but being healthy starts with smaller portions! Learn how to correctly portion healthy foods to improve your diet and nutrition in this free video. According to wellness expert Lisa La Barr, we should use our two fists to determine how much food to eat per meal. When we feel satisfied, not …

Surprising Ways That Stress Affects the Body

Stress is a disease that plagues everyone whether it is caused by work, school, relationships, or the future. These powerful forces can be caused by virtually any situation, and can even stem from internal thoughts. Stress can be defined as “a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a …

Eating Right Can Reduce Cholesterol

Learn how to eat right to reduce cholesterol in this free health video. Dr. Susan Jewell discusses some basic tips to reduce cholestrol. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pH6cdxOX1k Here’s a list of some foods to AVOID if you have high cholesterol: Whole-milk dairy products (e.g., ice cream) Processed meats (e.g., hot dogs) Fried foods (e.g., donuts) Here’s a list …