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Wellness Wednesday: Taided's Go-To Guacamole
In the world of raw foods, it doesn't get much better than good guacamole. I love to make it for parties and keep some around as an everyday snack. You can adjust the heat to your liking by leaving in the jalapeno seeds for more kick or taking them all out for a mild version.
Wellness Wednesday: Be Fearless
Fear can be an obstacle to healthy and happy living. While some fears are warranted and keep you safe—like standing far enough away from the edge of the subway platform—others are irrational and put needless stress on our bodies and minds. You know that yoga builds physical strength, increases self-awareness and expands respiratory capacity, but think about this: yoga can also help you overcome fear.
Wellness Wednesday: Bring Yoga Home
Even if yoga is your life, sometimes life gets in the way of taking a class at a studio. When you aren’t able to travel to a yoga class, open up your home and practice to a multimedia class. Practicing with others – even if they are on the other side of a flat screen – keeps you motivated and committed to your routine.
Wellness Wednesday: Acai Bowls: 3 Refreshing Recipes
You've probably heard about the acai berry, the Brazilian palm fruit that happens to be a powerful little superfood. For centuries, Brazilians have been eating a dish made purely of the berry’s pulp and these days, acai smoothies are pretty popular. Our favorite way to eat acai is a fusion of the two, the Acai Bowl: part smoothie, part delicious treat and the perfect cool breakfast for hot summer days.
Wellness Wednesday: New to the Cushion?
Beginning a meditation practice may seem intimidating, but the long-term benefits can’t be ignored. Experience the benefits yourself by embarking upon your at-home practice today.
Wellness Wednesday: 4 Quick and Easy Stress Relievers
Stress relief does not have to involve a big complicated effort or making an appointment with an expert. There are many simple actions that can turn down the volume in your mind in a matter of minutes. Below are some methods that are fast and simple. You can do them by yourself, anytime and (almost) anywhere.
Wellness Wednesday: Planting the Seeds of Summer Health
If you like the idea of starting a roof garden or bringing some life to your windowsill but have yet to begin, herbs are a fantastic place to dive in. Fresh herbs will spruce up your home cooking and, thanks to their healing properties, your health as well. Most are easy to grow, even in a tiny apartment, and you can even grow several herbs together in one large pot to save space. Read our guide to getting started, pick from these summer herbs and get growing.
Wellness Wednesday: Take the Mindset Beyond the Mat
Each time we practice yoga, we begin by setting an intention. In the same way, we can be purposeful about directing your energy throughout your day. Start with these simple steps.
Wellness Wednesday: Super Smoothie
What do you do when you're starving but barely have time to get where you're going, let alone prepare and eat a decent meal and give it a chance to digest? A nutrient-packed smoothie is the perfect solution. If you keep the right stash of ingredients at home, you can prepare a healthy, energizing smoothie in a flash.
Wellness Wednesday: 1 Minute Reboot
If you have just one minute to recenter with yoga before a big meeting or a critical phone call, what pose should you do? Ideally, you want a pose that will stretch your spine, relieve shoulder and neck tension and get your head below your heart—without having to roll out a mat or take off anything but your jacket.