Have you ever just lied in bed, thinking you were ready to fall asleep on the spot, but end up wide awake staring at the ceiling? Or went to bed at 10 p.m. but didn’t manage to actually fall asleep until 3 a.m.? Us (and 30-45% of the adult population worldwide) too! The worst part is that you don’t voluntarily do that; it just happens. It’s like your own brain doesn’t want you to fall asleep. And out of frustration, you start searching everywhere for a solution that will help you get a good night’s sleep. It works out sometimes, but other times, its effects only last for about a week. But, do not despair, we may have found the perfect solution: Ayurveda.

We’ve all gotten a cut somewhere on our body before, and we’ve all noticed the red swelling that occurs around that cut area, which naturally fades away after it’s healed. If you’ve ever noticed that, then congrats! You’re the witness of a marvelous immune response called inflammation; our bodies’ natural fight response to any foreign agent trying to harm them!

Nothing gets us through the long work days like a deliciously warm cup of coffee. But no matter how much we like it, coffee comes with some disadvantages. While it’s the second-most consumed beverage around the world, some people just can’t drink it, don’t like it, or are looking for an alternative that comes without the afternoon jittering! So, we’ve decided to compile three easy alternatives that will help support your energy levels and offer you even more benefits than coffee!

We’ve all tried to stick to a healthy diet. We hit the supermarket and run up and down the aisles looking for the healthiest ingredients. But that moment only lasts until we’re confronted with the expensiveness of it all. We’ve heard it over and over again: a healthy diet comes with hefty price tags, and besides, why go for a nutritious, wholesome salad when you can get a hamburger for much less?

Mindfulness is the practice of being in the present moment. It offers its practitioners heaps of benefits, such as relieving stress and boosting overall physical and mental health. Yet, even after understanding what it is, many wonder how they can actually flex their mindfulness muscles. That’s why we’re introducing you to 2 simple mindfulness exercises you can do anytime, anywhere.