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Box Breathing for Relaxation and Focus

Box Breathing is a breathing technique that helps reduce stress, improve focus, and promote overall well-being. It’s perfect as a mini-break! Box Breathing follows a simple pattern of four equal steps: inhale, hold, exhale, and hold again. Here’s how to do it: Inhale: Breathe in deeply through your nose for a count of four seconds.…

Staying in shape on vacation with daily walking, light meals, and short workouts

Stay in Shape During the Holidays

Maintaining a healthy weight while on vacation can be a challenge, but with a few smart strategies, you can stay in shape: Enjoy local dishes: Choose grilled options, salads, and fresh produce to enjoy the local cuisine without compromising your health. Portion control: Opt for small portions and stop eating when you feel satisfied, instead…

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Cheers with a Healthy Aperol Spritz!

With fresh juices and sparkling water, you get a delightful mocktail that’s just as festive and flavorful as the original—but without the extra calories and alcohol. Cheers to summer with this alcohol-free Aperol Spritz! Ingredients for 1 glass: 120 ml orange juice (freshly squeezed is best) 120 ml sparkling water (e.g., Pellegrino or club soda)…

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Do You Already Have a Smart Fridge?

Imagine being able to create a shopping list, search for recipes, and check from the supermarket via your phone whether you still have milk at home—all from your fridge. It’s possible with a smart refrigerator! The Brain of the KitchenChances are you’re already using smart home technologies—think of smart lighting, heating, doorbells, and speakers. A…

Homemade poke bowl with sushi rice, salmon or tofu, avocado, cucumber and edamame

Homemade Poké Bowl

Craving a quick and healthy dinner that’s ready in no time? Try this bowl with a delicious dressing. Ingredients 100g smoked salmon, diced 1/2 avocado, diced 50g sushi rice (uncooked) A handful of spinach 1 carrot, finely sliced 50g red cabbage, shredded 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon rice vinegar Sesame…

A colorful display of avocado, whole grains, nuts, seeds, avocado, chocolate, and oily fish on a wooden board, showcasing nutrient-rich foods for hormonal balance.

Top 8 Products for Hormonal Balance

Hormones are found throughout the body and act as messengers. They regulate essential processes such as digestion, energy metabolism, and emotions. They are therefore important. But how do you keep them in balance? HORMONES OUT OF BALANCELet’s start with how you might notice when your hormones are out of balance. You may recognize it by…