Excessive weight gain is highly associated with many of the common health problems, called lifestyle diseases, that people are experiencing in the modern world. And while there are many people who have been heavy their whole lives with no adverse health issues, for many, these lifestyle diseases are caused by …
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Featured Image: {A Guardian Angel Adoption Agency} Many common adoption myths may sway prospective parents in the other direction. If you are considering adoption, then you may want to separate what is fact from pure fiction. Here are some of the most common myths and the truth behind the issue: …
Read More »Tips for Keeping it Simple and Classy in Boho Style
Featured Image Credit: Hope Avenue Dresses Looking to change up your style without doing anything wild? There are many ways to express yourself with fashion, but one of the most popular ones right now is boho-chic. With flowing fabrics, natural colors, lots of flowers, and fun accessories, boho-chic clothing can …
Read More »4 Health Myths Medical Professionals Wish You’d Stop Believing
Doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals have a tough and rewarding line of work. They spend a lot of their time educating patients like us about how to best care for our bodies and how to develop healthy habits. Here are some of the silliest things doctors hear from patients …
Read More »Going Green? Don’t Be Surprised if You Start Feeling Better Too
Going “green” has become more than just an environmental statement — it’s practically a pop culture phenomenon. “The earth is dying!” sentimental ads scream at you. “Save our oceans!” cry pictures of choked sea turtles and trapped sea birds. What kind of monster would dare to do these things? You, …
Read More »Start Your Morning Off Right by Acquiring These Simple Habits
Almost everyone has trouble getting out of bed on a weekday morning. But there are a few simple habits you can establish to keep the grogginess at bay and set your day off on the right foot. Don’t hit the snooze button. Oh the dreaded snooze button! Half of Americans …
Read More »House Then Marriage? Shifting Priorities for the Modern Couple
When we think of the term “marriage” in the modern sense of the word, what comes to mind is very different from the way we used to define matrimonial unions. Factors like marriage equality, interracial/interethnic relationships, and the growing recognition of gender inequality have helped, in part, to shape the …
Read More »Self-Image: How Do I Accept Myself Without Hurting Myself?
If you’ve ever told a little girl that she looks pretty, you have probably heard the response “I know!” or something similar. Yet, if you tell an adult woman that she looks nice, you will probably get a ducked head, a self-defacing comment, or a redirection of your compliment. So …
Read More »4 Must-Haves for Modern Homes
In this day and age, homeowners have many options to explore regarding equipping their houses with innovative technologies. Some technologies have been around for decades, while others are cutting-edge and new to the marketplace. This guide can help determine the most important types of items any new homeowner should consider …
Read More »What Menopause Means for Your Marriage
Despite being a well-known period in a woman’s life, menopause often takes her and her spouse by surprise. The symptoms can wreak havoc with her physical and mental health, and with the marriage as well. By knowing the symptoms, how to treat them, and taking a few simple steps to …
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