Posts Tagged“health”

Roger Wolfson – Why Giving Up Meat Isn’t As Difficult As You May Think

Veganism is a very hot topic at the moment and that is because of the large number of people who are looking to make that change. Furthermore we are seeing a lot of inspiring people in the world of entertainment like Roger Wolfson, who are making the change and speaking out about it. Some people give up meat for welfare reasons, others for their own health and some because of the damage which the meat industry has on the planet. No matter what your reasons are for wanting to give up meat, something you should know is that it really…

What To Expect At A Hot Yoga Class

Hot Yoga is increasingly popular and for very good reason, carrying out the exercises to Hot Yoga has many benefits and can really help with stabilizing your physical, mental and spiritual well-being.  The Creator Of Hot Yoga Hot yoga was created by Bikram Choudhury and it is a form of yoga as exercise performed under hot and humid conditions, resulting in considerable sweating. Some hot yoga practices seek to replicate the heat and humidity of India, where yoga originated. Bikram Choudhury has suggested that the heated environment of Bikram Yoga helps to prepare the body for movement and to remove…

Managing the 2008 Atlantic Hurricane Season’s Impacts with BCFS Health and Human Services EMD

A recognized leader in disaster management, BCFS Health and Human Services EMD offers multiple capabilities for people impacted by disasters. These services include mass care, medical sheltering, emergency management, incident handling, and other core functions. The organization is part of a broader nonprofit group that assists vulnerable populations in the United States and throughout the world. EMD responded to the destructive 2008 Atlantic Hurricane Season by providing medical care and various other services to residents and responders around the Galveston, Texas area. This impactful hurricane season included storms Dolly, Gustav, and Ike, and nationally caused more than $50 billion in…

Get on the Health Train with these Popular Apps from the Apple Store

Let’s be real: smartphones have become an essential part of daily lives. In today’s hustle and bustle, a day without your smartphone would be unimaginable. As we come to rely on our smart devices more and more, those same devices get tied up into our health and well-being. Whether it’s connecting with family and friends, forging new relationships, scanning for healthy dinner recipes, or finding the right playlist for the gym, smart phones and apps play an integral part in feeling healthy. Thanks to the rise of fitness and wellness apps, there are many new and creative ways to experience…

Health Tips for Improving Workout Recovery Times

Working out is not only beneficial to your body but can be loads of fun as well. However, if you work out fairly regularly your body might need to be treated with care and rest periods in order to recover well enough between each workout session. Here are four tips to help improve your workout recovery times. Stretch Out Your Body Stretching before a workout is a good idea, but you should definitely always stretch after a challenging workout. This is because the muscles in your body will be unavoidably tight – having spent a significant amount of time contracting…