Wellness

Forming a healthier eating lifestyle can be overwhelming, especially in the beginning stages. The Veggie Taste, an Atlanta outdoor vegan/plant-based festival, aims to help those looking to transition into healthier eating. The event will feature nutritional speakers, an artisan marketplace and food samples.

Many Americans find that their physical and mental health is adversely affected by a sedentary lifestyle. Fortunately, there are ways you can remain physically active and maintain your mental health during the workday.

Performing hands-only CPR to the beat of “Baby Shark” is the perfect way to help save a life. The song is the right speed for chest compressions.

This past year, I’ve focused a lot on fear and being more vulnerable (I could listen to Brené Brown all day).

In case of emergency, dial 911. For suicide prevention, the national hotline number is 1-800-273-8255, but that could change.

Leticia Lopez isn’t messing around. The native Venezuelan has taught yoga on three continents and completed her 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher designation all the way back in 2013.

Yoga has become increasingly popular over the past few years, and although there’s no shortage of studios in Atlanta, it doesn’t seem to make the cost for classes any cheaper.

Summer travel is stressful enough without the added strain of traveling with a backseat driver.

Struggling to find healthy recipes for work? Check out these healthy lunch ideas from blogger Laura Fuentes.

Every 10 days a child dies from accidentally being left in a hot car. In minutes, a child’s body can reach up to 104 degrees, and death can occur.

I realized recently that I’ve been grieving for a variety of reasons. Like most, I am uncomfortable with grief and loss.

Reducing your carbon footprint goes beyond recycling in your home. Some tips to think green while grocery shopping:

I love exploring alternative medicine. I get acupuncture, go to a holistic chiropractor, see an energy healer, have been to a shaman, tried craniosacral therapy and even tried hypnosis.

Believe me, we get it – you’re busy all week and the last thing you want to do is spend a weekend filled with cleaning the house, yard work and running errands.

Everything these days seems to have a version for the “wellness” category. From restaurants and fast food, to ice cream and now alcohol, lots of products are getting a healthy twist.

Planning the ultimate staycation should be part of the fun, taking steps to ensure you’ll get the most out of the time.

A staycation can be challenging when home stresses you out almost as much as the office does.

A friend recently posted a montage of excerpts from a Jim Carrey commencement speech in 2014, and I’ve been completely mesmerized. The topic was love vs. fear, and it’s made me think about how I make decisions. What’s my filter? Am I taking the easier path out of fear?

The United States Food and Drug Administration has recently approved the first-ever drug to fight postpartum depression (PPD). The new drug, brexanolone, is taken intravenously and over the course of 60 hours. Women tend to see relief within 48 hours of treatment.

There’s no shortage of ways to stay fit in Atlanta. From hiking trails and gyms, to fun group fitness classes, our city is a haven for health fanatics. For those who want to get in shape but are hesitant to commit without seeing what you are getting into, trying free classes at various studios is a great option.

In this day and age, one thing is clear: We’re surrounded by plastic. While recycling can help reduce the amount of plastic that ends up in landfills and waterways, there are many other options for making the switch to more sustainable items and reducing plastic use in your life.

Janet Raftis is no stranger to healing – both for herself and for others. After struggling with PTSD, anxiety and depression, Janet turned to energy healing, which led her to a transformed life and the creation of an Atlanta-based business.

Social media and mental health are words we now see together often.

Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed during May in the United States since 1949. Its purpose is to raise awareness and educate the public about mental illnesses.

Looking for ways to stay in shape while enjoying the great outdoors? As things heat up in the ATL, lace up your running shoes and take part in one of the many 5K runs/walks that offer views of our beautiful city.

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

Believe me, I get it – it’s hard to beat that afternoon slump and focus on just about anything some days. You might consider grabbing another cup of coffee or a sweet treat, but maybe the answer is simply taking a breather.

Little Otter Skincare is more than just an adorably named skin care line. Atlanta natives Jess Hunt-Ralston and Chad Ralston were only looking for a product to help their skin blemishes, by testing ingredients on their stovetop. But soon, family and friends started asking where they could buy the couple’s products. Little Otter was born.

Did you know pets are more likely than people to be overweight? A recent study found 60% of cats and 56% of dogs are obese – compared to a third of people.

EverlyWell has made it simple to take many common lab tests in the comfort of your own home. The company’s do-it-yourself kits cover a wide range of areas, including food sensitivity, hormones, metabolism, fertility and more.