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  • Eating for Better Sleep

    natural sources Living a healthy lifestyle requires discipline across all walks of your life. Once you begin the pursuit of health, you realize how interconnected everything is. Better food and exercise lead to better sleep, which creates more alertness that results in a higher quality life. It is a cycle that doesn’t end, and health becomes a…

  • The Health Benefits of Wine

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    After a long day, most of us look forward to relaxing with a glass of wine. Luckily, many studies have shown that imbibing in this delicious beverage in moderation can improve health. Many experts believe red wine especially can promote a longer lifespan, protect against certain cancers, improve mental health, and provide cardiovascular benefits.

  • The Wonders Of Coffee

    whats-cooking-blog-image Ask any coffee drinker: coffee love is a powerful thing. For centuries, it has been beloved across the world in many different forms. Coffee has made headlines in recent months with studies citing new benefits about this much-guzzled drink. How did this hot beverage become a part of mornings across the world? And what are…

  • The Effects of Stress

    BNE_HealthFitness_1 Stress is generally perceived as something negative. It’s a concept that evokes feelings of imbalance and loss of control. However, stress is essential for navigating life. It teaches us to respond to threats and determine if things are safe or dangerous. The bad news is that an overabundance of stress can wreak havoc on our…

  • The Incredible Power of Garlic

    BNE_WhatsCooking_3 April is National Garlic Month, and Neighbors would like to celebrate this by highlighting the wonderful things garlic can do for your health. Famous for causing bad breath, this potent herb carries many positive medicinal qualities, in addition to providing fantastic flavor to a variety of dishes. History Allium sativum, or garlic, has been used…

  • The Health Effects of Loneliness

    BNE_HealthFitness_2 Loneliness has long been a concern for one’s mental health state, but new research is emerging on the potential detriment it can have on one’s physical health as well. We’ll explore effects and make suggestions for achieving connection, but first we must define what loneliness actually means. What Is Loneliness? Loneliness can be categorized as…

  • Great Reasons to Work Out Besides Losing Weight

    BNE_health&fitness_01 Most people start an exercise or fitness program because they want to lose weight. This is a good motivator, but it really shouldn’t be the only reason you work out. At some point, you may hit a plateau or reach your weight loss goal. There are so many other benefits from exercising on a regular…

  • How to Tell if You Have Adrenal Fatigue

    BNE_BlogPost_Health&Fitness_02 What is Adrenal Fatigue? If you have never heard of adrenal fatigue, you may not even know you have it. Your adrenal glands sit on top of your kidneys and are in charge of producing cortisol, which helps regulate your metabolism and helps your body respond to stress. When you undergo long periods of stress…

  • Sleep Better to Feel Better

    BNE_Health&Fitness1 Sleep is Important for Good Health We’ve all heard that we should aim for six to eight hours of sleep every night, but with stressful jobs, children and significant others, and all of the everyday tasks we have to do, meeting that requirement is difficult and sometimes not even an option. Getting enough quality sleep…

  • Make Your Favorite Comfort Foods Healthy

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    When the weather is chilly and all we want to do is crawl under a blanket, we also want to indulge in our favorite comfort foods to make that warm, fuzzy feeling last. Unfortunately, these dishes are usually not very healthy and can leave us feeling sluggish and maybe with a few extra pounds. Luckily, there are ways to make classic comfort foods a little healthier and still delicious.

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