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07/18/2018 / By Rita Winters

5 Things you should be doing to maintain your health

In 1948, the World Health Organization (WHO) defined health as not just the absence of disease, but also as the overall state of well-being. Many people live as if health is the goal when health should be a part of their daily lifestyle. Instead of fighting disease when it’s already there, people can instead practice […]

04/22/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Turn up your happiness dial with these simple tips: From sleeping more to eating chocolate, easy ways you can be happy NOW

Being happy isn’t always easy. Just like all other emotions, happiness can come and go at any given moment. But making it come to you is a whole lot easier than it seems. There are many ways to boost your happiness, and these are some of the ones that you can indulge in every day. […]

11/26/2017 / By Rita Winters

The evolution of reality: Psychology professor explains how each generations’ perception of their environment changes the definition of “the natural world”

Each and every person defines nature in his own way. For some, nature may be a city park. Others consider nature simply as a flower pushing through the pavement. No matter how urbanized or polluted a city may be, some people would consider a single tree in the midst of skyscrapers to be “nature”. This […]

11/24/2017 / By Rita Winters

Get outta town: New study compares the different health benefits of urban green spaces, rural locations, and coastal areas

For city dwellers like most of us, taking a vacation means going to the mountains or the beach. Why we choose to have a change in view, from urban to rural, is now proven by science. By spending time in locations that are close to nature, our overall health is improved. The study behind it […]

11/17/2017 / By Rita Winters

The science of happiness: Researchers suggest taking your next coffee break outside

When you see someone smiling or laughing, the tendency is that you would smile or laugh yourself. Happiness is as simple as that. How do you cope with stress? How do you unwind? The next time you take a break away from your daily toil, go outside and smell the flowers. At the University of […]

12/17/2016 / By Amy Goodrich

Physical activity throughout older age linked to higher psychological well-being

Sure, you know exercise is good for you. It improves cardiovascular health, keeps your weight in check, slows down the aging process, and tones and strengthens your body. But have you ever noticed the increased feelings of happiness after working out? Researchers studying the effects of exercise have consistently found a positive link between exercise […]

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