Understanding the Metabolism

Metabolism

It is common to hear people blaming their weight problem on having a slow metabolism; but what does having a slow metabolism mean? Is your metabolism really the problem with weight gain? And, if it is the problem, then how can you speed up your metabolism, so you can burn calories, and have more energy. […]

Sun Gazing – Getting your Energy from the Sun

Sun gazing

Have you ever felt that you need to get into the sunshine to recharge your batteries? For centuries, ancient civilizations have honored the sun, but did you know that some people go as far as to gaze into the sun to receive its powers? (Please note that none of the activities referred to in this […]

Best hotels scores a slam dunk with its new basketball courts

Best Hotels and Basketball Courts

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa and Hotel Mousai in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is treating guests to an even more amazing outdoor experience with the opening of their new full-size basketball courts, located at the resort’s stunning Outdoor Play and Fitness Center.  The recent addition, which is available to all guests of the luxurious resort, […]

Kayaking

Kayaking at Puerto Vallarta

Guests at all of the resorts within the Tafer Hotels & Resorts chain can enjoy access to kayaks, whether exploring the Caribbean Sea in Cancun and Riviera Maya, conquering Banderas Bay in Puerto Vallarta or gliding along the calm surface of Lake Juanacatlan at Sierra Lago Resort in the mountains near Mascota.   Kayaking is […]

The Benefits of Swimming

The Benefits of Swimming

We often think of swimming as something we do on occasion at our local pool or in the ocean when on a relaxing vacation. We hardly think about the benefits of swimming and what it can do for our health. We often take swimming for granted and forget how easy it is to start up […]

The Power Of Positive Affirmations

The Power Of Positive Affirmations

I am ugly. I can’t do it. I am not good enough. These are just some of the negative thoughts that you may be familiar with. These are thoughts that pop into our heads and enable negative situations to become true due to our state of mind. What if we flipped the phrase on its […]

Making Vegan Cheese

Making Vegan Cheese

If you are not a vegetarian or vegan, then you have probably never even considered that cheese might be off the menu for many vegetarians and vegans. For those who have given up including dairy products in their diet, vegan cheese is a godsend and a great alternative for your favorite dishes. Yes, even mac […]

What’s The big deal about Gluten Free?

Gluten Free Products

Everywhere we go these days, we see signs on products saying gluten free popping out at us. Cakes, bread and pasta to name a few are now being sold in gluten free alternatives. So what is gluten free and is it necessary and good for us? Should we all be making the switch? Gluten Free […]

The Truth Behind the Moon’s Effect on Humans

The Truth Behind the Moon’s Effect on Humans

“It Must Be a Full Moon!” What is the truth behind the moon’s effect on us? The moon has appeared in historical tales since the beginning of mankind. From the scary stories of werewolves and lunacy to the childlike sights of the man on the moon, the mysticism that surrounds the big ball of cheese […]

Mountain Biking – Adventurous Aerobic Exercise

Mountain Biking

While more and more individuals are heading to the mountainside for an exhilarating biking session, few do so with the intention of getting in an aerobic workout. This might be one of the reasons why mountain biking produces such great physical and emotional results, riders are so distracted by the entertaining challenge that they forget […]

Aromatherapy – A Natural Way to Heal the Mind and Body

Aromatherapy

There has never been a more natural way to heal the mind, body and soul than through the use of aromatherapy. This ancient healing tradition, whose roots lie in histories of China, India and Egypt, makes use of naturally extracted aromatic oils from plants and flowers to promote health, treat disease and improve one’s overall […]

Alkaline Eating – Finding the Right Balance

Alkaline Eating

There are a seemingly endless numbers of fad diets out there, all claiming to help individuals lose weight fast, but few allege the health benefits that come with the eating an alkaline diet. This popular diet, relatively new on the market, focuses on maintaining an optimal body pH, by limiting acid-producing foods and promoting the […]

Vegan Pancakes to Make Your Mouth Water

Vegan Pancakes

How to make cooking vegan pancakes sexy. Take a peek at this YouTube episode from Laura Miller’s series, Raw. Vegan. Not Gross, and you will see that vegan cooking doesn’t mean you have to be pale, skinny and lethargic. Watch as San Francisco based vegan celebrity, Laura Miller turns vegan pancakes into an artwork that […]

Aerobic Exercise – The Key to Fitness Success

Healthy Heart and Lungs

Push the frightening images of step aerobic classes, tight leotards and Reebok high tops out of your head and focus in on a new era, where the versatility and variety of aerobic exercise is so grand that you’ll need an arsenal of excuses not to get in shape. Aerobic exercise, which was made popular during […]

Inspiring Quotes – June

Quote June

“Love all, trust a few, do wrong to none.” — William Shakespeare “Don’t take it serious. It’s only an experience” — by R.D.Laing “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” — Michael Jordan “Stress is caused by being ‘here’ and wanting to be there.” — Eckhart Tolle […]