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The amazing health benefits of mushrooms
Mushrooms may not look so delicious, but this fungi food is incredibly healthy. In fact, mushrooms are especially good at helping lower cholesterol as well as reducing inflammation. They have also been found to have cancer and disease fighting properties. Take a look here for a complete list of all Read More...
The Dalai Lama says that being self-centered is not a bad thing
Being self-centered is generally regarded as a bad quality to have, but that’s not what the Dalai Lama believes. In a recent interview, the Dalai Lama said that self-cherishing is part of nature, and that human beings are robots without it. However, he did go on to clarify that people should Read More...
Your Friday meditation: Listen to this love poem
E E Cummings’s “i carry your heart with me” is his most famous love poem. Listen to a beautiful rendition plus an interpretation of the poem. It’s a little bit more than five minutes and it offers a perfect moment for reflection, Read More...
Failure can be a precious gift if you look at it the right way
Our world is obsessed with achieving perfection. As a consequence, people forgo big opportunities in their lives in order to avoid failure. And while this may protect your ego in the short run, it can have a detrimental effect on the level of success you experience in your life. With failure comes Read More...
The real health benefits of apple cider vinegar
Research shows that apple cider vinegar can have numerous health benefits, as long as you use it correctly. One study suggested that two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar before bed with a small snack can help lower blood sugar levels in the morning. Another study found that it helps to improve Read More...
How to make giving a meaningful experience
We all know that the holiday season means more than opening as many gifts as possible in the shortest possible time. Still, it’s hard to escape rampant consumerism. Here are tips from six experts about alternative ways to celebrate, and to prioritize what really Read More...
The guide to buying clothes that will last years, not weeks
The global fashion industry has sacrificed quality clothing for lightning-fast production and a cheap price tag, creating a perpetual desire for people to keep buying new clothes. The result is a higher bill for customers, often painful labor conditions and a heavy toll on the environment. Read More...
Lessons for living longer from the people who've lived the longest
Dan Buettner traveled the world and visited the places—blue zones—where people live the longest including Okinawa in Japan, the Italian island of Sardinia and Loma Linda in California. His conclusion is that you don’t need to live in these special places to enjoy the same longevity benefits. Read More...
Neuroscientists say can boost your IQ by 23%
Want to dramatically improve your overall IQ? If the answer is yes, then you should definitely consider meditation. What meditation does is slow down activity in your brain, providing necessary rest while improving your ability to focus. Research found that people who do meditation can improve Read More...
Want better habits? Try these four hobbies
Creating healthier lifestyle habits isn’t about making strong commitments. It’s about making sustainable lifestyle changes you can actually enjoy. It’s about finding hobbies that will help rid you of your bad habits. If you’re looking to instill some positive habits in your life, consider Read More...