When you think about saving money, you probably picture yourself going on a “financial diet” of sorts. Maybe you know that you overindulge in daily coffees, go out to the movies too often when you could stay at home and use Netflix, or some other regular indulgence that seems a bit frivolous. And sure, you
You've known for years that when you're healthy and happy, you're more productive. Now, business managers are catching on, and are more motivated than ever to help their employees maintain personal wellness. Check out some of the latest, exciting trends in personal wellness that are hitting the workplace! Flexible schedules. Bosses are figuring out that
Your lunch break rolls around, you eat the healthy meal you packed this morning, and you're feeling pretty proud of yourself. Then the after-lunch slump hits, and the vending machine in the break room begins calling your name. You fight the urge as long as possible, until your will power finally snaps. It's 3:30 pm
Have you felt satisfied with your health insurance plan over the past year? Have you received a notice that your provider is dropping out of your local market, or that details of your plan are changing? Do you even have health insurance (a few people still don't)? Are you new to Medicare? Health insurance is
Every few years, a new weight loss craze sweeps the nation (or world). This is it, the answer you've been waiting for, the thing that will finally help you shed those unwanted pounds. And even better, it's not miserable at all! You won't feel hungry and you won't hate the food. Sound familiar? If you've
It's already hot outside, but when you add in your daily workout, it's easy to see how dehydration could quickly become not only uncomfortable but dangerous. But dehydration isn't something that only happens in the summer or during exercise; studies have shown that many of us are walking around chronically dehydrated! Since dehydration can make
Just hearing the word “smoothie” conjures up images of thin, fit health enthusiasts. You know the ones: They're in their 40's but look about 25, have glowing complexions, and carry a yoga mat everywhere they go. That might be your mental image, but are smoothies really all they're cracked up to be? Well, it depends
You want to exercise and get in better shape, but you have a full-time job and several other responsibilities. With a jam-packed schedule and no time to exercise, you'll just have to give up, right? Wait! While you might find it impossible to spend two hours per day at the gym, being busy does not
As we transition into summer, someone might mention to you that they're so excited about the farmer's market getting into full swing again. For the non-initiated, the farmer's market might not sound very exciting. What's the big deal about it, anyway? Is it cheaper? Do people enjoy shopping outdoors that much? There are actually numerous
We all know that exercise is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle. Yet, most people don't think much about exercise unless they're actively trying to lose weight. So whether you're following a weight loss plan or just trying to take care of yourself, you might feel perplexed if you're exercising regularly and yet the
