Health and Wellness

What are the Seven Principles of Mindfulness?

Taking time to clear your mind of thoughts, judgments and opinions can help to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. This practice is known as mindfulness.

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Mental Health Conversation Starters: Here’s How I Open Up

Mental health, anxiety and depression are topics many people shy away from because they can be uncomfortable to talk about. Breaking the stigma around mental health is extremely important because someone’s mental health is just as important as their physical health.

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Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails Settles in As One of Detroit’s Most Beloved Farm to Table Restaurants

Chartreuse was ahead of the "farm to table" curve when it opened in 2015. Clean, quality food, innovative dishes and an emphasis on hospitality have made it one of the most successful "new" restaurants to open in Detroit in the past decade.

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Michigan Bucket List: 5 Family-Friendly Fall Festivals

Fall is a wonderful time of year, filled with crisp air, beautiful foliage and plenty of festivals across the state of Michigan. Here are five unique fall festivals that are perfect for the whole family to enjoy:

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How to Overcome Perfectionism

Voltaire has been quoted saying “perfect is the enemy of good.” For those that strive for perfection, you might find settling for good enough easier said than done. Accepting anything less might feel like a failure. If we constantly see imperfections as unacceptable, how does that impact our well-being? How do we pinpoint if we’re obsessing over perfectionism on a constant basis, and more importantly, how do we address it?

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Michigan Bucket List: Fall Edition

As the summer heat gives way to the crisp, cool air of autumn, Michigan transforms into a breathtaking tapestry of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. Known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse landscapes, the Great Lakes State offers a plethora of picturesque destinations perfect for fall travel. From charming small towns to tranquil lakeshores, Michigan’s fall season provides a unique blend of scenic sights and outdoor activities that we’ll uncover on today’s episode.

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How to Get Out of a Funk

It’s likely we’ve all experienced sadness and lack of motivation for days at some point. During those times, it seems like we tend to keep to ourselves and avoid others. And for those that have experienced being in a funk, you know that it does eventually pass on its own and you get back to the day to day. But are there ways we can be proactive to get ourselves out of a funk sooner?

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Food and Nutrition

Fresh Picks for Fall - 3 Creative and Healthy Apple Recipes

Apples are Michigan’s largest fruit crop, producing more than 900 million pounds per year. An apple, high in fiber and polyphenols, may keep the doctor away. Research has associated nutrients in apples with lower risks of obesity, heart disease and Type 2 diabetes.

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Fall Harvest Honeycrisp Salad in a Jar

This salad in a jar recipe showcases fall flavors from Honeycrisp apples and pumpkin seeds. The layered nature of the salad ensures freshness and makes it perfect for meal prep. Enjoy this seasonal salad as a nutritious lunch on-the-go or a light, easy dinner.

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Healthier Turtle Apple Pops

This recipe reimagines indulgent caramel apples as a lighter, more wholesome option. Apple slices are lightly dipped in a dark chocolate, then drizzled with a light coat of caramel and topped with walnuts. These skewered treats offer the classic caramel apple flavor with fewer calories and less sugar.

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Benefits of Adult Timeouts

Life is full of hustle and bustle. It doesn’t matter if you are single, married, young, old, have 3 kids or no kids. Life just gets busier and busier with each passing day. Between family life, work and daily responsibilities, it’s important to take a break every now and then to give yourself some breathing space. With so much time focused on taking care of others and work, it can be easy to forget about taking time for ourselves. So, could giving ourselves adult timeouts be beneficial for our wellbeing?

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Skincare Products to Avoid This Summer

For the most part, a skincare routine should be something that’s constant. A cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen are the basics for any skincare routine; however, some may add additional products to their routine. And with summer here, some products might leave us more susceptible to the sun. So, what skincare products should we be avoiding during the summer months?

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Benefits of Michigan Summer Fruit

Michigan is home to quite a few fruits that are available to pick in the summer months. From cherries to raspberries, you’ll likely find it at a Michigan u-pick farm. So, what should we be looking out for when picking Michigan fruit and how can we ensure we’re getting the most out of our fresh produce this summer?

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Valentine’s Day Dinner Recipes for Dummies

Putting together a three-course meal for a special someone on Valentine's Day can feel overwhelming. The good news is it doesn’t have to be complicated. Check out this easy three-course line-up with health-forward dishes.

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Why Tanning Beds Don’t Help with Seasonal Depression

Thinking about popping into a tanning bed to ward off the winter blues? Not so fast.

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Creamy Curry and Veggie Soup

This flavorful creamy curry and veggie soup packs in a healthy dose of nutrients from onions, garlic, mushrooms and tomatoes. The curry paste is lightly sauteed to bring out the variety of flavors, then combined with creamy coconut milk.

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