BENEFITS OF PRESSURE POINTS

Stress and anxiety can be experienced daily in our lives and it can be caused by numerous things. One of the possible reasons is based on his/her environment and living in the city can be as stressful as it can be every single day. Dealing with endless traffic and crowds, an individual’s stress and anxiety level can easily increase swiftly due to the hustle and bustle within the city.

As much as possible, it is extremely important to have natural relieving remedies that can help with calming one’s self on-the-go. Our bodies have pressure points that can quickly provide relief from stress and anxiety. When the pressure builds throughout the day, some solutions are available tp be used anytime and anywhere. Try some of the effective methods using the pressure points and your fingerprints that are listed below:

To treat stress, headaches, toothaches, and facial pain, apply pressure on your muscle that is situated between the thumb and index finger on either hand.

For migraine and low energy, the muscles behind the ear and back of the neck can be self-massaged for instant relief.

Being in larger crowds can be nauseating. Applying pressure around the muscles located on the side of your legs can help. 

Decreasing hypertension while on the move is possible. It is as easy as applying pressure in between eyebrows. This is also known as the third-eye point.

Been writing and typing in school or work all day? Apply mild pressure on the inside of both wrists to receive this pressure point’s soothing benefits.

INSOLES THAT MAKE YOUR FEET DANCE

Are you having slight discomfort with walking? Is it making you stay away from your favorite pair of shoes? 

Well, have no fear! We present to you an easy trick that can help you enjoy moving around in your favorite shoes once again.

Did you know that there are various types of insoles that can directly cater to the podiatric issues that you may be having? If you are experiencing foot pain or just want to overall avoid foot-related issues, there are insoles that are designed for specific feet categories and activities. There are three different feet categories: over-pronators or flat feet, neutral foot-types, hyper-supinators or high-arched. 

Already know the category where your feet belongs? Great! Let us get started on finding the best insole for you.

For High-Arches:

Hyper-supinator feet requires a highly cushioned, flexible running sole. The flexibility of the insole is very important so it can customize its shape and support the hilly shape of the feet. It is also important for the insoles to be lightweight so it won’t feel like a burden when you are running around. We recommend insoles that are made with memory foam such as HappyStep.

For Flat Feet:

What is important for flat-footed individuals is firmness. The insoles need to provide support from heel to toe and it should have multiple layers of cushion with the flexibility to help with proper posture. We recommend insoles with cushioning layers and shock-absorption such as Spence RX.

For Neutral Foot Types:

With choosing the right insoles for the neutral-footed individuals, it is best to base it on the type of activity that you want your feet to be supported in. For example, insoles for walking all day are usually labeled as the all-purpose insoles. Walking insoles are created with specific fabric that would keep away moisture to keep the feet cool and dry throughout the day. Try Sof Sole if you would like to support your walking.

For runners, active insoles that can provide control, stability, and support for your feet during fast-paced activities. Brands such as Vionic are highly recommended for running. 

Last but not least, insoles for individuals who have jobs or activities that require them to stand all day. Maximum support is indeed needed for all-day standers. A super deep heel cup can provide the support needed and it can also help position the soft tissue to naturally absorb shock. Superfeet Green is highly recommended for this all-day activity.

BACK TO SCHOOL FITNESS

School is just around the corner and kids are getting ready to start their busy schedules once again. For our moms out there, this means we can finally take a break from all of the running around with our little ones throughout the summer break.

Either you’re jumping back to your old healthy routines or looking to start a new one, here are a couple of tips that are quick, effective, and beneficial.

1. Meal Planning

Eating healthy can be a hassle when you are a busy bee. To maximize time, creating a meal calendar in advance and preparing meals for the week is the way to go.

1. Building A Small Fitness Area At Home

It is idealistic to go to the gym 3-4 times a week but with our busy weekday schedules, it can sure be a hard plan to follow. Try creating a small section for some in-home workout equipment like a yoga mat, dumbbells, and medicine ball where you can store it away easily.

1. Grab A Workout Buddy

If you have the time to squeeze in gym time in your weekly schedule, then grab yourself a gym partner.

It is good to have someone that can motivate you throughout the process!

1. Play With Your Kids

Children are just naturally active and they seem to have the energy for days! Whenever you spend some quality time with children, be prepared to be in active mode. In return, this is also another way for us to stay in shape physically and mentally.

CATCHING VITAMIN D

Catch Some Vitamin D!

When the sun is shining, are you actually catching the rays?
We sure hope so!

The healthy glow from a tan is not the only benefit that we can receive from the sun. Did you know that Vitamin D is absorbed through the sun as well?

Vitamin D, also known as the "sunshine vitamin," is produced by the body as we absorb the sun rays as well as from certain food and supplements. Vitamin D supports maintaining healthy bones and teeth, strengthens the immune system and cardiovascular health, regulate insulin levels, protection from certain conditions such as diabetes, cancer, and multiple sclerosis, boosts energy, and much more. In addition, sun exposure is beneficial to infants and expecting mothers.

When the sunlight is absorbed by our skin, our body system synthesizes this particular vitamin. It can be as simple as stepping outside during midday and exposing ourselves to the sun for about 5-10 minutes throughout the week and we can help our bodies produce sufficient Vitamin D. So what is the catch? Well, let us catch as much sunlight that we can this summer so we can store some Vitamin D in our system during the winter days!

SUMMER DETOX

Summer Detox

We already made it to the first half of the year and summer has officially begun. With us entering a new season, it is also the perfect time to switch up a couple of things in our diet and introduce new healthy recipes that can assist with detoxing our bodies.

How about a 3-day detox? Here are 3 recipes that you can try for 3 days to detoxify your body and start your summer right.

Let’s start with oatmeal with bananas and flax seeds.
Eating a mighty bowl full of nutrients first thing in the morning is a great way to start the day. Oats will provide aid in digestion which is a major key in a detoxified diet. Plus, it can also help reduce blood pressure. With bananas, it is antiviral and antifungal properties can help promote healthy gut flora. And flax seeds? Well, it is an excellent source of fiber and that completes the mighty detox bowl!

During the summer days, it is important to keep our bodies hydrated. Cantaloupe and watermelon are the perfect detoxifying snacks to munch on. Watermelon can help cleanse the body by removing body toxins that are slowing down metabolism. When getting rid of body toxins, it helps boost our metabolism. Cantaloupe also has beneficial nutrients that can help flush toxins from the body just like watermelon. The perfect combination to snack on during our 3-day detox.

Last but not least, a salad is always a great dish to have during the summertime especially when detoxing. An arugula salad makes a perfect detox salad. Arugula is classified as a superfood. It is a great source of folate, vitamins A, C, & K, calcium, magnesium, and more. It is also known for cleansing blood, skin, and liver. With arugula as a base, you can simply add detoxifying toppings to your salad to make it a super salad!

HELLO HYDRATED SKIN

The countdown for the official summer days are not too far from us and most likely, we already have our summer plans laid out by this time! With the season changing and the millions of fun things to involve ourselves into, are we also remembering to prepare for the humidity? How will you keep yourself from being dehydrated?

Check out the easy tips that we were able to gather that can definitely help you keep your body hydrated internally and externally.

• WATER!
  You can never have enough water this summer. Drinking water can keep your body especially your skin hydrated.

• Lotion.
  Applying lotion not only keeps the skin moist but it also helps to maintain the youth of our skin and it can help prevent wrinkles.

• Fruits and Veggies.
  Our diet plays a major role in our overall health. Eating healthy during the summertime is a must. Certain types of fruits and vegetables can retain hydration within our body and it can also bring some glow to our skin.

• Indulge in some oatmeal.
  Oatmeal is known for being hearty and filling but did you also know that it is also very hydrating? You can also add chia seeds to boost this meal's nutritious properties.
  Plus. you can also use it as a hydrating and calming mask, too. Yum!

• You can never be too old for milk.
  Milk is packed with protein, carbohydrates, calcium, and electrolytes and it is more hydrating than some of the sports drinks.