A recent survey of North American adults reports almost half of those asked said they “sometimes or always” feel left out or lonely. It’s part of what some are calling a “loneliness epidemic.” As one of NRG’s creators, Sarah Terrion…
Canine companions can motivate you to get active – and they’re good for more than a leisurely stroll through the park or a game of Frisbee. In fact, researchers at the University of Missouri found that people who walked with…
Spring? Is that you!? After a weekend of some much-needed sunshine and warmth its hard not to feel a little happier and more positive as you shed layers and start enjoying some much-missed vitamin-D. It is a common leap that…
There are some things that make people uncomfortable to talk about, Poop seems to be one of them! We can not emphasize enough, how important it is to keep track and understand what your bowel movements are doing. Awareness of…
If there’s a good versus evil in the nutrition world, it’s salt versus sugar. The two white crystals look similar on the outside but are totally different on the inside—and behave totally different once they’re inside your body. What does…
Every year our town comes together for a wonderful race in support of Uxbridge Cottage Hospital. This event draws out quite a number of runners, from a collection of seasoned veterans and many new faces braving the race for the…
With Spring’s arrival, most of us have begun to pull out the wish lists/to-do lists and make a note of a few things we’d like to have in order come summer. Often at the top of these lists, we find…
Different forms of meditation have been used for thousands of years as a spiritual practice to create inner peace. But today, meditation is just as much scientific and secular as it is spiritual, with loads of exciting studies revealing exactly…
Let’s get on the ball, the stability ball that is! This is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment used today by Personal Trainers and group fitness equipment and it’s great for home exercisers too. The Stability Ball has…
Valentine’s day is often focused on the indulgence in rich foods, and sugary treats. Why not show some love to our hearts (and minds!) this Valentine’s day with rich heart healthy foods, and endorphin and positivity boosting activities. In last…