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It All Starts with Your Feet

So, how is your foundation? We're on them for hours every day. We walk. We run. We wear shoes that don't fit, but they sure do look great! By the end of the day, our feet are exhausted, but, you figure, that's normal. Our poor, tired feet—we expect them to get us wherever we need to go, but rarely stop to think about the beating they take from walking us around.

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Tech-Free Zone

Technology provides new opportunities for us to stay informed, entertained, and connected. It provides us with countless benefits, but in some situations, our ultra-light, portable devices offer more distraction and harm than benefit. According to new research conducted by the British Chiropractic Association, more than half of us watch TV in bed as part of our nighttime routine. Many more are using other electronics in bed, and for those of us that do, we spend up to four hours staring at the screen! Many believe this can help them fall asleep, but if technology in the bedroom is leading you to back pain, is it worth it?

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How Less Meat Can Benefit You

Meat Fact #1: Both American men and women eat almost DOUBLE the amount of protein needed for their body weight.

Meat is a staple in the majority of American’s lives. It is a key part of many of our Holidays from turkey during Thanksgiving to burgers and hot dogs on Fourth of July. It’s a daily part of most of our lives, and for many people it is the main component of very meal. The media, however, has recently shown us the drawbacks involved with the mass consumption of meat. Reports from the American Dietetic Association and the The World Health Organization explain that meat consumption may lead to an increased risk of certain types of cancer, obesity and cardiovascular disease.

The two biggest non-contagious disease killers in the world are cardiovascular disease and cancer, so protecting yourself from those risks is incredibly important.

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Boost Your Energy Levels

How many times a day do you wish you had more energy? More energy at work, more energy to play with your kids, more energy to spend time with loved ones, serve others, etc. You might go for the cup of coffee or the afternoon energy drink, but you can actually follow these steps to gain more energy naturally:

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Every Castle Needs Soldiers

No matter how strong a castle is, it still needs an army to defend it against invasion. Soldiers protect castles from impending attacks and fight off enemy forces. Without these soldiers, the castle and its residents can fall prey to invaders.

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Water: The Oldie but Goodie

Can you remember the last time you drank a glass of water? That may seem like a silly question but water is typically neglected when we're thirsty. Coffee, orange juice or tea is normally the first choice of the day. Soft drinks are served at most parties and restaurants. Even non soda drinkers tend to pour themselves a glass of fruit juice before a glass of water. Athletes often go for a Gatorade or Powerade or other sports drink before water.

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