Health Benefits of Gardening
Get Green in Your Garden & Get Healthy No, we’re not talking about raising environmental consciousness! Get green in your garden and enjoy good health that follows. Gardening has proven health benefits – not only will you enjoy fresh, tasty organic produce without having to travel further than your own backyard, you will be able […]
Body: Benefits and Different Types of Yoga
Yoga: Benefits and Different Types of Yoga Are you looking for a way to get fit that builds strength, flexibility, and muscle, yet can relax the mind and improve your mood and overall well-being at the same time? If so, yoga may be the perfect practice for you. This ancient art from India dates back […]
A positive attitude may increase longevity in patients with heart disease
A Positive Attitude is Positive A positive attitude can cause a chain reaction of positive outcomes, thoughts, and events. Likewise, according to a recent study published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes patients with heart disease who have a positive attitude are more likely to exercise, reduce levels of stress hormones, adopt healthier […]
Run or Walk Your Way to a Healthy Heart
Running For Life Running is not only good for your soul; it is also good for your heart and overall health. Scientific evidence proves that regular exercise, particularly running, approximately 30 minutes at least five times a week has health benefits that extend well beyond any medication a doctor could prescribe. Studies have shown that […]
A Healthy & Happy Mom is a Better Mom!
A Healthy Mom is a Happy Family! Top 10 Health Tips for Busy Moms Happy Mother’s Day! If you’re a mom, your world most likely revolves around your children. Being a parent definitely brings incredible joy and is one of the most rewarding jobs in the world, but it’s also very exhausting. Moms are on […]
Childhood Obesity: The view of a 10-year old child
Childhood Obesity written by Andrew Thein, Dr. Cynthia’s son These days, too many children are obese due to poor eating habits and lack of exercise. A few ways children can become healthier is by eating more vegetables daily and increasing their exercise. Children my age are eating too much of the wrong kind of food. […]
The Benefits of Walking
Walking Rocks Patsy Cline went out walking after midnight to ease her aching heart. Although it might not have had the outcome Patsy hoped for, in actual fact walking at any time of day can be the best heart medicine of all. Walking really is the perfect exercise. Physical inactivity is a risk factor in […]
Alternative Medicine Practices for Healthy Aging
Aging can be a wonderful time of growth, grace and gratitude. To make the most of these years, take good care of yourself, starting with your heart. Here are some proven alternative medicine practices that will help you feel great and age well. Read more about these healthy aging practices in Dr. Cynthia Thaik’s book Your […]
4 Ways to Manage the Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a disorder commonly experienced in the winter months due to the lack of sun and inability to spend time outside. Its symptoms are very similar to depression including loss of enjoyment, listlessness, and lack of motivation. SAD can be difficult to cope with and upsetting with the holidays just around […]
Don’t Give Up on Your Fitness Tracker. . . Tips for Heart Health and Weight Loss
Let’s not beat around the bush, the simple act of owning a fitness tracker is not going to automatically improve your heart health and weight loss goals. However, research shows that if you have some of the basic 16 desires for heart health and weight loss, you may be closer to achieving your goals. 16 Desires for […]