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Mediterranean Wellness Shakes PureTrim Mediterranean Wellness Shakes provide 21 grams of organic vegan protein, 400mg of healthy plant-sourced calcium, and are gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free, in less than 240 calories. This unique, whole body approach is the solution for a balanced weight and achieving overall wellness. In addition, it tastes delicious and leaves you feeling full! Try PureTrim Shakes in mouth-watering Double Chocolate, Rich n’ Creamy Vanilla, or all-new Strawberry Sorbet! Includes FREE exercise and meal plan book! Shake it off!

Benefits of Light Therapy

Combat the winter blues, circadian sleep disorders, jet lag, shift work adjustment and low energy with the Day-Light Classic therapy lamp. Healthcare professionals recommend bright light therapy as the #1 line of treatment for seasonal affective disorder (seasonal depression). Carex bright light therapy lights meet the guidelines set by the Center for Environmental Therapeutics. The Day-Light Classic lamp is the best on the market in treating Seasonal Affective Disorder, as it provides the maximum dose of 99.3% UV-filtered white light and projects light from above for effective therapy.

A Healthy Anaerobic/Aerobic System

Cardiovascular exercise is any exercise that raises your heart rate. One myth in today’s fitness world is that increasing cardio can only be achieved through lengthy steady state activities such as running or using an elliptical machine for extended periods of time. If you ONLY run or use the elliptical in that slow, steady state, you are ignoring your anaerobic system. You could run faster for short bouts to access this system or you could do some metabolic resistance training. It’s a more efficient and effective way to target both your anaerobic and aerobic systems and you can challenge all of your muscles, not just those in your lower body. Using your preferred method of resistance (weights, bands, bodyweight) will target both systems and increase metabolic conditioning in a fraction of the time compared to the traditional “cardio” methods.

The Five Love Languages

What’s Your Love Language?
Dr. Gary Chapman’s #1 best-selling book The Five Love Languages presents an insightful look at how to better understand each other to help our relationships grow. Whether it’s a relationship between married or dating couples, friends and coworkers, or children and parents, The Five Love Languages showcases the different ways we all give and receive love, and teaches us how we can best communicate this love. Dr. Chapman’s proven approach has transformed millions of relationships around the world and can help you develop deeper intimacy in your own relationships in practical and powerful ways.

Words to Live By

“Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.” – Vincent van Gogh

New Year, New Opportunities

With all of the gatherings, parties, and festivities happening over the holidays, being single can feel frustrating when you’re surrounded by happy couples. But with a new year comes new opportunities to make a connection. Everyone is looking to start fresh with the coming of the new year, whether it be getting their health back on track, making a change in their career, or finding someone special to share their time with. Be open and optimistic when it comes to love in the new year, and consider working with a professional matchmaker to get the results you want.

Benefits of Practicing Gratitude

Research has found that people who practice gratitude consistently sleep better, have lower blood pressure, exercise more, have fewer aches and pains, and feel more alert, optimistic and alive. Socially speaking, grateful people are more outgoing, and they’re less likely to feel lonely or isolated. Feeling grateful, especially when you’re dealing with life’s challenges, takes effort. Here are some ways to cultivate your sense of gratitude: Keep a gratitude journal, write thank-you notes, live more mindfully and practice meditation. Cultivating gratitude takes time and practice, but the longer you do it, the more physical and psychological benefits you may see.

Book Review: Spiritual Direction

Wisdom for the Long Walk of Faith. by Henri J. M. Nouwen. Beloved author, priest, and internationally recognized spiritual master, counselor, and guide—offers gentle wisdom for universal questions of the spiritual life: Who am I? Where have I been and where am I going? Who is God for me? Where do I belong? How can I be of service? As a priest, pastor, and professor of spirituality Nouwen offers spiritual direction in a book of profound wisdom for living a deep spiritual life.

GemWater for Fitness

Experience drinking structured gem water that offers so many benefits on a regular basis. Thanks to the contrasting indications of Red Jasper (strength, exertion of all one’s energies, activity) & Magnesite (relaxation, letting go and rest) this mixture bestows both vitality and inner composure. Physically, the mixture encourages blood circulation, warmth and the combustion processes (Jasper), as well as metabolism, digestion, detoxification & muscle relief (Magnesite). This weight loss mixture for which clear quartz provides the necessary self awareness. Either way everybody can enjoy the benefits this blend brings. Just add water and wait 7 minutes… You’ll Be Amazed!

Daily Routine Important for Seniors

People are afraid of the unknown. If an older adult is losing control over their physical abilities, independence, or cognitive abilities, their world gets filled with more and more unknowns. Establishing routine is extremely important for seniors. A daily routine offers a level of stability that individuals often enjoy, as it allows them to settle into a schedule that they understand. Doing the same basic activities like eating, dressing, and bathing at the same time every day is known to improve sleep quality. A predictable routine also helps to reduce stress and anxiety.

What is Your Mouth Telling You?

The state of your mouth can offer valuable insights into your dental, oral and overall health. Any bleeding when you brush your gums is a sign that you should see your dentist. Unhealthy gums can affect your overall health. Atherosclerosis, clogging of the arteries, has a strong link to gum disease. Pain on biting might mean a cracked tooth. Sugar sensitivity usually indicates a cavity. Tenderness to cold might just need a change of toothpaste. Tenderness to hot is likely to be more serious. The only way to find out, for sure, what’s going on is to see your dentist.