Empower Your Wellness Journey
“Headspace” App Created By Former Monk Designed to Make Meditation Easy
Andy Puddicombe is a monk — but he’s nothing like you’d expect a monk to be. After studying for years in silent retreat in the Himalayas, he was formally ordained as a Buddhist monk. Now, you can find him in Venice Beach, CA, where he has founded a successful tech…
Fitbit Stock on the Rise Due to Popular New Smartwatch
After a rough year for Fitbit Inc., FIT stock is finally gaining some steam. When Fitbit unveiled its smartwatch, the “Fitbit Blaze” in January, the company’s stock immediately plummeted as investors were not impressed, expecting something closer to Apple’s smartwatch. In fact, FIT stock dropped 18% over the few days…
Adidas Partners With Tech Firm to Create Kiddie Fitness Tracking Devices
Children need to stay active — especially American children, for whom the looming obesity crisis poses a very real threat. Experts recommend that children participate in muscle training and bone strengthening activities at least three times a week, including activities like jump roping and gymnastics. Public and private agencies have…
The Problem Is Not Just In Flint — Lead Is Found in Thousands of Homes Across The Country
Flint, MI, is not the only city in the United States to suffer from lead poisoning. Newsone reports that Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence is calling to improve America’s water infrastructure. As one of the Congressional leaders looking to get to the bottom of the water crisis in Flint, she explained that…
As Warmer Months Approach, Questions Surrounding How to Protect Against the Zika Virus Remain Pertinent
According to The Huffington Post, health officials have announced that U.S. cities and states need to start thinking more seriously about adopting new mosquito fighting strategies to fight the possibility of a Zika virus outbreak — especially with the coming of warmer weather. The disease-carrying mosquitoes pose a much larger…
New Research Debunks Commonly Held Myths Regarding Alcohol Benefits
Looking to remodel your house or lease a car but don’t have the cash? According to Dr. Sonny Saggar, your answer to putting more cash in your wallet could be as simple as going on an alcoholic fast for a month. And on top of the financial benefits, Saggar also…