7 Scientific Reasons You Should Listen To Your Heart (Not Your Brain)

Isnt the heart just a vital (but fairly simple) bag of fleshy fibers? New research is showing that the heart controls the brain much more than previously thought. Some researchers refer to the heart as the “little brain.” The heart communicates to the brain and the body. The heart emits more electrical activity than the brain. The electromagnetic field of the heart is incredibly strong. Activity in one person’s heart can be measured in the brain waves of another person....

December 16, 2013 · 1 min · 116 words · Eric Krueger

The Ultimate Anti-Inflammatory Detox

Want a hormone-balancing, brain fog-clearing, tummy-soothing detox with a side effect of weight loss? Yes, me too! I devised this detox because I see patients for food allergies every day. After seeing so many of my patients experiencing these positive side effects, I decided to try it myself. Why do this before the holidays? Why does this work? Turns out that food allergy researchers may be on to something in the diet world....

December 6, 2013 · 1 min · 180 words · Morgan Scott

5 Ways To Rewire Your Brain For Meaningful Life Changes

Neuroscientists have discovered the strategy for rewiring the brain. Contrary to popular approaches, this strategy involves more than just positive thinking or working hard. Lets explore a few principles from brain science to make it better understand how to successfully activate these pathways. As you think about somethingbe it positive or stressfulyou turn on a string of lights related to that topic. The key is to activate as many of these pathways as possible given they work synergistically....

November 26, 2013 · 2 min · 309 words · Jennifer Yang

How To Avoid Competing With Your Friends

You madehow muchmoney from your last freelance project? I asked my friend after she told me what she got paid for a freelance writing assignment. I couldnt believe it. There was jealousy, too, if Im being honest. This brought up a lot of doubt and negative self-talk. Who has the cutest kid? Who makes the most money? The thing is, were all here for a reason. We all have gifts to share with the world, and theres more than enough good to go around....

September 22, 2013 · 2 min · 279 words · Jerome Orozco

Got An Earache? Mullein Oil To The Rescue!

It’s almost fall, and you know what that means. This happened to me recently. It is, however, also a potent painkiller, antiviral and anti-inflammatory. and the leaves are used for respiratory complaints. I find, however, that the leaves are suitable for pain relief as well. However, every herbalist has down and dirty tricks for quick herbal fixes. Add a handful of dried mullein leaves, crushing them with your hands as you add them....

September 13, 2013 · 2 min · 246 words · Amber Cooper

What Each Color Means In Feng Shui

Color is one of the most powerful tools you have at your disposal. Here’s what each color is thought to represent in the ancient design philosophy. Use it in doses toredirect energyaround the home. It can also trigger the intellect, as its mentally stimulating. In thechakra system, its located in the heart. Blue Blue establishes calm. Cleansing, pure, light, free, whole If you’re prone to feeling overwhelmed. Black Black is introspective and represents a void....

September 13, 2013 · 1 min · 142 words · Loretta Dalton

10 Signs You've Found Your Calling

How can you tell if youve found your calling? Along the way, Ive learned a few things about how to know whether youre on the right track. Youll realize youve been training for your calling since the moment you were born. Mystical things will start happening. When you get off course, youll get redirected. Doors you longed to walk through will slam shut. The deal will fall through. The money will run out....

September 5, 2013 · 2 min · 393 words · Amanda Morgan

Can Cellphones Affect Your Heart Health? A Cardiologist Explains

Without a doubt, cellphones can save lives. But …. Isnt the government watching out for our safety around cell phones? This didn’t account for smaller-framed men and women, or children. Or the fact that the average daily use of cellphones now exceeds 30 minutes. Driving and switching from cell tower to tower is particularly associated with high energy output surges from the phone. Did you ever read that? Do you and your children do that?...

June 4, 2013 · 2 min · 255 words · Emma Stuart

5 Steps To Harness The Power Of Intention

Intention is the starting point of every dream. Everything that happens in the universe begins with intention. The classic Vedic text known as the Upanishads declares, You are what your deepest desire is. As your desire is, so is your intention. As your intention is, so is your will. As your will is, so is your deed. As your deed is, so is your destiny. Like real seeds, intentions cant grow if you hold on to them....

May 20, 2013 · 2 min · 272 words · Nicole Peterson

Want To Reduce Your Caffeine Intake? Here's A Doctor-Approved Plan To Quit Coffee In One Week

If sleep is a problem, it might be necessary to reduce your caffeine intake. Let it go! Periodically, of course. Free your body and wallet from the grip of caffeine addictionbut take it slowly. Start byweaning yourself off main offenderssuch as energy drinks and chocolate. From there, its on to the big one: coffee. The mission here is to slowly dial down your caffeine consumption, so your body can acclimate over time....

May 10, 2013 · 1 min · 180 words · Nicholas Escobar

8 Supplements To Heal A Leaky Gut

Have you been suffering from agluten intolerance, leaky gut,candida overgrowth, parasites, or something similar? Are you trying to repair the havoc wreaked onyour gut? Our gut is full of goodand friendly bacteria that help us properly break down and digest our food. They help keep our gut in check and prevent bad bacteria from overgrowth. L-Glutamine L-Glutamine is an amino acid that is fundamental to the well-being of the digestive and immune systems....

May 2, 2013 · 1 min · 166 words · Michelle Wall

How To Deal With Fiery, Passionate Relationships

No one on the planet lights my soul on fire the way my man does. It’s a fiery relationship for better and for worse. I get so activated in his presence. Quite literally, I buzz. A fire roars deeply and passionately in my heart for him. And sometimes that fire takes over, like a burning rage inside of me. Out of nowhere, feelings such as jealousy, anger, frustration, and fear emerge....

March 25, 2013 · 3 min · 478 words · Brett Smith

10 Superfoods In One Delicious Salad: Why Tabouli Is Such A Healthy Dish

I typically dont measure the ingredients, so adjust as you like, depending on your preference. If you are using quinoa, cook as directed. Chop/dice the rest of the ingredients and spray with olive oil. Serve with pita bread (soft or baked), or over Romaine lettuce leaves. This is a vegan dish, and can be gluten-free if you replace the bulgur with quinoa. Here are the health benefits of each of the ingredients, which make this dish a combination of superfoods!...

March 4, 2013 · 3 min · 444 words · Karen Bennett