Learn how your morning mantra sets the tone for the day
Did you know what you tell yourself as you wake up each morning has a direct affect on the rest of your day? Regardless of what you might be facing, …
Best carbs to eat for a flat stomach
No matter what time of year it is, we all want a flat stomach. Feeling bloated and out of shape is a downer and takes a serious toll on our …
Eat dark chocolate; 8 healthy benefits
I love chocolate, don’t you? And one thing I’ve learned over the years of living a healthy lifestyle is that a tiny bite of dark chocolate can cure any sugar …
Best way to control your stress and anxiety
Years ago, everything was going my way. I had just started a new job, bought a house and was planning my wedding; what else could a girl …
Ayurveda; best natural way to achieve optimal health
Have you ever heard of Ayurveda, (pronounced ah-yer-vey-duh)? In short, it’s the ancient art of medicine to prolong life; best natural way to achieve optimal health. Originating in India more …
5 Food misconceptions debunked; you should be eating these
You shouldn’t always believe what you hear, especially when it comes to food. Over the years these particular foods got a really bad reputation through continued negative press that stuck …
Best healthy natural deodorant that actually works
Natural deodorant has been around for a long time, but it has always missed the boat with effectiveness. In addition, the scents weren’t ever very compelling and they always went …
6 Best hormone balancing foods to eat regularly
It’s incredible how so many health issues are linked to our hormones. From our skin to how our body is functioning and how our brain is working are all related …
The secret to overcoming the pursuit of perfection
The pressure to be perfect has never been so intense and only continues to grow, becoming an epidemic throughout our society. Whether it’s the quest to have the perfect body, …
Best chicken piccata I’ve ever had
My husband absolutely loves chicken piccata, so when he asked me if I’d make it this week, I really wanted it to be the best ever. In the past, …
A bigger butt linked to healthier smarter people
Who knew that having a bigger butt is a healthy thing for both our bodies and our brains? It turns out, and numerous studies have shown, that having a little …
3 Quick simple reminders to protect yourself from the flu
The flu is everywhere right now, seemingly worse than ever. And with the flu shot only being 10% effective this year and most of my family suffering from it right …
Best healthy way to fall asleep naturally
We’ve talked a lot about the importance of sleep and how it’s directly related to your health quite a bit at Skinny Healthy Girl over the past few years. Proper …
10 Healthy benefits of deep breathing
While life has become so fast paced, so has our breathing. Shallow breath worsens with increased stress and that has a very serious affect on our mental and physical health. …
Stop sitting! It’s literally killing you
The American Heart Association made it official; too much sitting increases the risk of heart disease. And there’s a misconception that if you exercise each day, it makes up for …
3 Best ways to sleep without the use of drugs
Sleep is one of the most important actions that we can do for our health. We all know that lack of sleep can make us feel moody, foggy and also …
Best ways to get a better night’s sleep naturally
Quality sleep is one of the most essential parts of maintaining physical health because it allows the body to repair and heal the heart and blood vessels. Continued lack of …
3 healthy reasons to eat more eggs
So it turns out eggs are actually good for you! All of the mumbo jumbo we’ve heard over the years was untrue, eggs are a healthy choice. Eating the whole …
Quinoa; why you should be eating it
Quinoa, (pronounced keen-wah), you’ve probably heard about this very special grain by now but aren’t aware of all the benefits and why you should be eating it. Since I eat …
6 healthy reasons why you should be eating MORE blueberries
You’ve heard of “super” foods like broccoli, almonds and avocados, but did you know that studies show blueberries are also one of the healthiest things you can eat? This very …
New study says drinking 1 glass of wine is equivalent to exercising for 1 hour
Who wouldn’t rather drink wine than go to the gym? Well, it turns out, a new study is showing that one glass of red wine could be equivalent to exercising …
How to make a relationship last a lifetime; 10 secrets
Whether you’re going on your first date or you’ve been together for decades, successful relationships are extremely difficult to create and maintain. “The beginning” is always the best part of …
Can red wine release body fat? Here’s the answer
Red wine has a number of health benefits that make it more appealing outside of being a way to relax at the end of the day. Even though it isn’t …
Best healthy balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
Whether it’s a simple salad to serve alongside dinner or a more elaborate salad like a Cobb that actuall is your dinner, everybody needs a little salad dressing to jazz …