Category: Holistic Life

  • How to Stay Positive in Life

    How to Stay Positive in Life

    Stay positive regardless of life’s adversities. Get rid of those negative thoughts. These will simply ruin your life. Yet, it’s easier said than achieved. But staying optimistic generates fulfillment and success. So, you need to maintain a positive attitude. It is not simply beneficial for your wellbeing but also leads to satisfactory performance. Concentrate on…

  • What is Vinyasa Flow Yoga?

    What is Vinyasa Flow Yoga?

    Vinyasa means to arrange something in a “special way.” In Vinyasa Yoga, Yogis coordinate their movements with breathing to flow properly from one position to the next one. Vinyasa Flow Yoga includes Ashtanga, Baptiste, Jivamukti, Power Yoga, and Prana Flow. It is also described as flow due to the smooth poses flowing together. Vinyasa is…

  • Top 10 Places to Visit in Summer

    Top 10 Places to Visit in Summer

    To beat the summer heat, many American families look for a getaway with refreshing weather, picturesque destinations, and fun-filled activities. Before making plans, here are 10 good places that you can consider visiting this year. Fiji Fiji, an archipelago in the South Pacific, consists of over 300 islands. July up to September is dry season…

  • Water your Garden efficiently this summer

    Water your Garden efficiently this summer

    The summer heat can be unbearable. Water supply issues can aggravate this situation especially for plant growers. Many home gardeners have to deal with these water restrictions. It means figuring out how to water their gardens economically and avoid wasting this vital natural resource. Frequency of Watering The regularity depends on the climate in your…

  • Why should you say NO to GMO?

    Why should you say NO to GMO?

    History of GMOs GMOs emerged in 1996 and chronic health issues suddenly increased from seven up to 13 percent within nine years. Likewise, food allergies surged and maladies such as autism, digestive conditions, and reproductive disorders also went up. However, scientists must still confirm that GMOs indeed contribute to these illnesses. Both the American Public…

  • Travel Gadgets: Do you really need them?

    Travel Gadgets: Do you really need them?

    Travel gadgets can make your journey more comfortable. Some are essential while others are more of deterrent. Look at a specific device in terms of value whether you are traveling near or far. Here are a few gadgets that are worth looking at.     Travel Cubes The travel or packing cube is a small…

  • What is GMO-Free?

    What is GMO-Free?

    GMO refers to “Genetically Modified Organism.”  GMO foods mean these have been concocted naturally for reasons not associated with health and nutrition. The process is relatively new in modern agriculture. Until 1994, genetically engineered produce was not grown in the USA. Today, over 160 million acres of farmlands are planted with GE crops annually. According…

  • What is Soy Free?

    What is Soy Free?

    Soy remains as one primary source of protein. But, is it really a health food? Research says soy like wheat helps form mucus in the body. Health experts consider it as among the leading dietary allergens responsible for asthma, eczema, and acne. Remember two things if you love to eat this common bean. Choose the…

  • What are Chakras?

    What are Chakras?

    Chakra is a Sanskrit terminology that literally means wheel or circle. In Ayurveda (traditional form of medicine) and yoga meditation, Chakra indicates the wheels of energy found all over the human body. You cannot perceive these wheels with the naked eye making it quite difficult to understand what Chakras really are. Simply imagine a spinning…

  • Beyond Yoga Asanas – The 8 Limbs of Yoga

    Beyond Yoga Asanas – The 8 Limbs of Yoga

    Let us not limit yoga to the physical practice alone. Positions as well as sequences comprise just one minor attribute of yoga. Going deeper, this age-old way of life produces plenty of positive transformations in our lives. It is believed to generate health benefits and helps reduce stress. Nonetheless, yoga goes beyond the physical or…