Being outdoors is lovely, except for one thing: bugs! Ticks, mosquitoes, gnats, flies, and other insects can get in the way of your outdoor time – or make it downright unpleasant. If you’re searching for a non-chemical bug repellent solution, here are five essential oils that can be used as natural bug repellents. Note: These … Read More
There’s nothing like sunny beach days during the summer months, and while lots of summer activities are spent outside, sometimes the heat gets in the way and you want to stay in your home. Don’t think of this as being confined to your house, think of it as a time to reset your mind (and … Read More
With summertime in full swing, it’s time to benefit from activities that are healthy, fun, and generally low-cost in the warm weather. There are so many benefits of being out in the sun and soaking in the much-needed Vitamin D our bodies missed out on during the wintertime. Not only does Vitamin D promote your overall wellbeing (with … Read More
Move your workout to the outdoors to enjoy the warm and sunny days of summer! Changing up your exercise routine is wonderful for your body and mind. The benefits include: Beating the boredom of the same old workout Building new muscles Meeting new workout partners Breaking through a weight loss plateau Learning new exercise activities to fire … Read More
Summer is a wonderful season for fruits and vegetables. There are so many delicious and nutritious choices available – truly something for everyone in your family! Since there is usually an abundance of fruit and vegetables available, prices are going to be competitive and reasonable, whether you’re shopping at your local farmers’ market, fruit stand, … Read More
My time at Canyon Ranch started over 20 years ago in college when I first became interested in health and wellness. College was rough at times, but I knew if I wanted to live my life to the fullest, physically and mentally, I needed to start somewhere. There were so many different philosophies about nutrition … Read More
What is work-life balance? Work-life balance is about creating a happy equilibrium in a person’s professional and personal lives so that they feel mentally healthy, happy, and fulfilled – and will thus be at their best for their work and home lives. If an individual is feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, and/or experiencing physical … Read More
I love protein bites for a quick snack on the go. This Peanut Butter Balls snack recipe is a very basic recipe with lots of room for variation. You can make it with an alternative nut butter, like almond or cashew, but you may need to add in a little water and olive oil to … Read More
This Apple Chia Seed Pudding recipe is full of mood boosting nutrients and fiber which makes it the perfect breakfast meal or snack on the go. Makes 2 Servings INGREDIENTS 1 cup non-dairy unsweetened milk 1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/3 cup chia seeds Sliced apple (optional) DIRECTIONS … Read More
Salmon is full of Omega-3 fats and an excellent source of protein. The miso not only adds delicious flavor to the recipe but supports your gut health. This recipe cooks in no time so it’s perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Makes 4 Servings INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup yellow miso 2 tablespoons mirin (rice cooking wine) … Read More
