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Natural remedies for seasonal allergies

If you suffer from hay fever and allergies like I do, I think you’ll find some interesting information in today’s post. I’ve had seasonal allergies ever since I was little. I still remember going to the allergist and getting shots starting at seven! Knowing what I now do, I think there are simpler, more natural read more

Filed under: Optimal Health, Allergies, Health Issues, Spring, Whole Food Nutrition, Outdoor Activities | No Comments

10,000 Steps or Bust!

Do you know how many steps you walk in a day? Most of you probably know that it’s recommended that we walk 10,0000 steps in a day. Are you anywhere in the ballpark? I’ll be the first to tell you that unless I make a plan in the beginning of the day to get into action read more

Filed under: Pedometers, Healthy Body, Walking, Outdoor Activities, Exercise | 2 Comments

Walking is Good Medicine

I’m not an outdoorsy, let’s-go-hiking-for-the-weekend kind of woman but I do love a good walk. I’m an urban walker. I live in New Haven, in a great neighborhood chock full of walkers - people walking solo, with a friend or spouse or with their dog - and interesting architecture. It’s hard to go out early read more

Filed under: Walking, Heart Health, Stroke, Weight Management, Outdoor Activities, Prevention, Exercise | No Comments

Enjoying the Outdoors Through Relaxation and Exercise

Summer is often a time for serious play, time off and deep relaxation. Many of us use the summertime to rebuild our reserves for the rest of the busy year. In our work-crazed society we can lose sight of the benefits of slowing down and taking time to rest. Now that summer is in full read more

Filed under: Energy, Outdoor Activities, Relaxation, Exercise | No Comments