Early recovery can be a tough time in regards to our physical health. We may have entered into treatment in a state of malnourishment, deficient in the vitamins and minerals that we need to feel happy and healthy. Exercise and a balanced diet are...
Green tea is one of the healthiest beverages you can drink. It is packed with nutrients and antioxidants that have proven benefits to the body and mind. It even has properties that can be preventative in the formation of certain diseases like...
Injecting drugs directly in the vein, or “shooting up,” is one of the most dangerous routes of administration. Many users prefer injection for the rapid onset of drug effects, however there is a strong chance of developing dangerous, sometimes...
Steroids are unfortunately prevalent in the recovery community. Many people do not consider steroid use to be a relapse. However, steroid use goes against the principles that we have made the decision to live by in sobriety. They can also easily...
Inhalants, as the name suggest, are a group of drugs that are inhaled by user to achieve a high. These drugs are capable of doing tremendous damage to the brain and body, the effects of which can be far worse than many “hard” drugs. The fact that...
If you have ever seen the holiday movie, “Elf,” you might remember a line that says “smiling’s my favorite!” Few people argue that smiling is bad for you because there are so many positive benefits to smiling. Even if it is not your favorite thing...
Grain bowls are all the rage right now, even being called “Buddha bowls,” which sounds quite enlightened, as much as grain and protein can be. Filled with whole grains including quinoa, or wild rice and tossed with a mix of corn, greens, veggies,...
Health trends are always the rage it seems, especially at the start of a new year. New habits are not necessarily a bad thing but most people fail to deliver on their own promises to get (and stay) healthy. Some health trends are here to stay while...
Generation Z in the workforce presents many challenges for recruiters and employers. Roughly born between the mid-90s to around 2010, this generation of workers are much different than the Baby Boomers who are retiring in record numbers. Learn more...
Organic food is all the rage right now. Everybody it seems is trying to eat organic food, from nuts to berries, bananas to avocados, it is no wonder if you’re confused about how it can help you be healthy. Organic food is more than just a label, it...
