9 Reasons Why I Love Yoga

9 Reasons Why I Love Yoga

A few months ago, I stepped out of my comfort zone and tried yoga for the first time.  I was surprised to find that I love yoga.  Yoga is awesome, and you should try it too.  Here’s why. Yoga is nonjudgmental and not competitive. The first time I tried yoga, I...
5 Unexpected Results of Adopting a Plant-Based Diet

5 Unexpected Results of Adopting a Plant-Based Diet

During my last semester of college, I began taking a medication that has the unfortunate side effect of increasing appetite.  I constantly felt like I was starving no matter how much I ate.  It’s not surprising that I rapidly gained 40 pounds.  Several months ago, I...
4 Things NOT to Say to Someone Who’s Trying to Lose Weight

4 Things NOT to Say to Someone Who’s Trying to Lose Weight

More than 1/3 of adults in the United States are obese, and obesity is the number one leading cause of death in the United States.  Many overweight Americans have tried to lose weight at some point, and they know it’s not an easy thing to do.  Losing weight requires...
5 Ways to Save Money on Healthcare Costs

5 Ways to Save Money on Healthcare Costs

My 26th birthday was the first birthday I haven’t been excited about.  Like many millennials, I remained on my parents’ health insurance plan until I turned 26.  My parents are fortunate to work for an employer that offers incredible insurance.  I now pay more in...