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Dec 12

Three New Year’s resolutions for personal change

Three New Year's resolutions for personal change

Three New Year's resolutions for personal change

The holiday season may be coming to a close, but there's still one event left on the radar – New Year's Eve. Not only is this date a time for staying up until midnight with family and friends, but it's also the perfect time to enact a personal change or two with your New Year's resolution. Here are a few ideas for healthy living in the new year.

Exercise more
Resolving to exercise is one of the most popular options for a reason – the holiday season is packed with delicious dinners and desserts. If you're hoping to work off those extra pounds, make a promise to run, lift weights, swim, practice yoga, bike or even walk on a regular basis.

Change your diet
While you don't need to completely eliminate junk food from your diet, you might want to think about introducing a few healthier options into your regular meal plans. Try to reduce your red meat consumption in favor of low-fat dairy, fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

Reduce your stress
Whether it's by getting more sleep at night, changing your diet, pursuing a new hobby or trying out yoga meditation, reducing your stress can have a significantly positive impact on your overall health. Lower stress and anxiety means you'll be in a better mood and your body will have more energy, a stronger immune system and better metabolism.

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07
Nov 12

How making a personal change in college can help you find a job

How making a personal change in college can help you find a job

How making a personal change in college can help you find a job

During your freshman and sophomore years of college, chances are you spent much of your time making new friends, going to parties and not really thinking about graduation approaching. But as you become an upperclassman, concerns about entering the working world can begin to creep into your mind. Here are some tips about how making a personal change in college can prepare you for a post-grad career.

Start making connections
Like it or not, the people you know will likely have a greater bearing on your employment status than your knowledge or application techniques. Because of this, it's important to expand your network of contacts to include as many people as possible – student coworkers, professors, classmates, internship managers and even friends' parents can make a difference.

Get an internship
Unfortunately, taking difficult classes won't exactly prove to potential employers that you're ready to work in a professional environment. You can demonstrate your skills through internship opportunities though, so speak with your school's career services department to get started with applications.

Start applying early
If you're thinking about waiting until after graduation to start applying for jobs, you may be waiting too long. With thousands of students graduating from college between April and June every year, starting your job search after school ends mean you'll be competing against most of your peers for jobs. Get a head start to improve your chances of landing a job.

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07
Nov 12

Three oral hygiene tips for healthy living

Three oral hygiene tips for healthy living

Three oral hygiene tips for healthy living

Healthy living involves more than just eating well and exercising regularly, you also need to take good care of your teeth and gums. However, many people fail to properly keep up with their oral hygiene needs. Here are some tips to make a personal change with how you take care of your mouth.

Brush for two minutes
Everyone knows that it's important to brush at least twice a day, but not as many people brush for the recommended time limit. In the morning and at night before bed, you should ideally spend about two minutes brushing your teeth to remove plaque and bacteria.

Be careful with floss
Flossing regularly is arguably more important than brushing, because it remove plaque and bits of food in tight corners that your toothbrush often misses in addition to strengthening gums. However, snapping floss against your gums when trying to work it between teeth can cause bleeding and irritation, to stick with a gentle zigzag motion instead.

Don't forget to brush your tongue
It might seem odd, but brushing your tongue can help you avoid dealing with bad breath. This is because the bacteria that causes odors in your mouth can reside and grow on your tongue, an area that people often miss with their toothbrushes and toothpaste.

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06
Nov 12

Three healthy living tips for the holiday season

Three healthy living tips for the holiday season

Three healthy living tips for the holiday season

The holiday season is a time when family and friends gather together, and while this is certainly a time of year to look forward to, it can also pose a few challenges where healthy living is concerned. Between feasts on Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's Eve, it can be easy to pack on a few pounds before January rolls around. Here are a few tips on making a personal change with your holiday season habits.

Don't forget to exercise
When it's cold and snowy outside, it can be easy to fall out of your usual workout routine. However, you should make your best effort to stay active in the holiday season. Try doing workout regimens indoors by joining a gym or yoga studio.

Watch what you eat
There will be plenty of delicious food to tempt you around the holidays, but you should try to avoid eating too much of fatty dishes like stuffing or chocolatey desserts. It's fine to indulge a bit, but just remember that it's harder to work off weight than put it on.

Don't go back for seconds
You're bound to eat food that isn't exactly good for you during this time of year, but you can minimize the damage by sticking to only one helping per meal. It might be tempting to go back for two or three rounds of turkey or glazed ham, but you won't be pleased with your extra weight come the new year.

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09
Oct 12

How yoga can help you form healthy living habits

How yoga can help you form healthy living habits

How yoga can help you form healthy living habits

Do your friends describe you as a couch potato? Do you often feel a lack of energy or motivation? Chances are, you're in need of greater physical activity in your everyday life. Signing up for a yoga class in your area could help you work toward healthy living habits that can improve your body, mind and spirit. Here are a few of the advantages that yoga can offer you.

Sense of community
Believe it or not, simply getting out into the world and interacting with new people on a regular basis can be great for your overall health. Humans are social creatures, and the community you'll find at a regular yoga class can offer you friendship as well as encouragement toward better health and nutrition.

Lower stress levels
Sometimes stress and anxiety can make it difficult to find the motivation to get up and make a personal change. Luckily, the deep breathing and meditation techniques you'll learn from yoga are great tools for dealing with feelings of depression and uncertainty, so you can work toward accomplishing your health goals.

Better nutrition
The foods you eat can have a great impact on your health and energy levels. Many people who practice yoga follow healthy nutritional guidelines, so consider asking around your class for dietary tips on how you can replace unhealthy dishes with tasty fruits, veggies and whole grains.

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27
Aug 12

Looking for a personal change? Incorporate yoga into your life!

Looking for a personal change? Incorporate yoga into your life!

Looking for a personal change? Incorporate yoga into your life!

If you've been feeling like you need to make a personal change in your life, you may have considered signing up for some sort of community activity. Yoga can be a great way to get into better shape, enhance your sense of confidence and make new friends. Here are a few healthy living reasons for why you should incorporate yoga into your usual routine.

Helps counteract aging
Getting older is inevitable, but that doesn't mean age has to slow you down! According to ABC-Of-Yoga.com, this physical activity is a gentle but effective way to boost strength, flexibility and balance – all of which will keep you healthy and mobile well into your golden years. This exercise is also important for keeping your heart in good condition.

Stress management
Managing personal change can be stressful, but luckily yoga is a great way to fight off anxiety, notes The Mayo Clinic. The breathing exercises, stretching and sense of community associated with yoga have been shown to lower stress levels while promoting positive energy and confidence.

Better sleep
Been having trouble falling asleep lately? Well, yoga can help with that! Self.com reports that yoga participants who complained of poor sleep in the past were able to fall asleep 15 minutes earlier and stay asleep for an hour longer after just a couple months of classes.

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27
Aug 12

Make a personal change in your life with yoga

Make a personal change in your life with yoga

Make a personal change in your life with yoga

If you've been feeling a little sluggish lately, chances are you need to introduce some physical activity into your life. One great exercise regimen to consider is yoga – but how do you get started? Here are a few tips for making a personal change and getting into the yoga groove.

Grab a friend
Let's face it – exercising on your own can be difficult. There are countless distractions and excuses that can keep you away from making healthy living part of your routine. To give you that extra incentive to go to class, consider signing up with a friend. This will also make it easier to segue into the social atmosphere of your yoga group.

Find the right teacher
Another way to start your yoga sessions off on the right foot is shopping around for the ideal yoga instructor, according to REI.com. Various teachers will have different styles of instruction, and you may find that you just click with one better than others.

Try it out at home
If you're still skeptical about the benefits of yoga, you may want to give it a try at home first, notes ABC-Of-Yoga.com. Consider picking up a yoga mat, buying an instructional DVD or exercise book and then practicing a few poses on your own. Afterward, you can decide whether or not you want to commit to a yoga class.

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22
Aug 12

Vaccine myths and misconceptions debunked for healthy living

Vaccine myths and misconceptions debunked for healthy living

Vaccine myths and misconceptions debunked for healthy living

While getting the appropriate vaccines is an important part of developing a strong immune system, some people are hesitant to do so because of common misinformation floating around. Making personal changes in diet and exercise, along with being vaccinated, are essential to healthy living. Here are some myths and misconceptions about these shots – just in time for National Immunization Awareness Month.

Better hygiene and sanitation
Many people under the impression that immunization is bad claim that improved hygiene and sanitation processes were responsible for the disappearance of several major diseases, not vaccines. These factors certainly didn't hurt, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that illnesses like measles and Hib didn't begin to drop off until immunization became prevalent.

Vaccines cause child autism
One of the most popular myths surrounding immunization, the idea that vaccines cause autism in children has no scientific basis. TheDailyBeast reports that studies conducted by the American Academy of Pediatrics and Institute of Medicine found that immunization is not responsible for the increasing rate of child autism.

Vaccines aren't as important anymore
Due to the fact that illnesses like polio are all but gone in today's world, some parents believe that their children aren't at risk anymore – meaning vaccines are irrelevant. However, Parenting.com notes that there have been reported cases of measles and pertussis outbreaks across the U.S. despite immunization.

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13
Aug 12

Yoga, vaccinations make healthy living healthier

August is National Immunization Awareness Month.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month.

At Dahn Yoga, we believe that treating your body right pays off in more ways than you can foresee. A holistic approach to healthy living is essential, and that means taking care of your body through diet, yoga, meditation and vaccination.

The latter is the subject of a major health observance in August – National Immunization Awareness Month.

This is the time to consider updating yours and your children's vaccinations. Just a few simple (and usually inexpensive) shots can prevent countless infectious diseases and provide greater safety for the American public.

Plus, consider a few individual benefits of inoculation:

- You can avoid resurgent diseases. Because illnesses like whooping cough and measles are spreading once more (thanks to poor immunization rates), getting vaccinated can reduce your risk of catching a rare but serious disease.

- You can put your mind at ease. By getting vaccinated, you don't have to worry that you'll catch some nasty flu in your Georgia yoga classes.

- You can reduce your insurance premiums. Seriously. According to an article produced by NPR, employers are encouraging workers to engage in healthy activities (yoga and vaccination being two of them) in an effort to reduce healthcare costs and mitigate absenteeism.

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09
Jul 12

For yoga enthusiasts, healthy living means staying safe in the sun

With so much solar punishment hammering the city, it's important that people in outdoor Atlanta yoga classes take precautions against the harmful effects of UV rays. That's the message from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, which has sponsored July as National UV Safety Month.

With so much solar punishment hammering the city, it's important that people in outdoor Atlanta yoga classes take precautions against the harmful effects of UV rays. That's the message from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, which has sponsored July as National UV Safety Month.

Atlanta is hotter than ever – literally. This month, the city's newspaper, the Journal-Constitution, reported that Georgia's capital logged a record high temperature of 106 degrees F, making it the hottest day ever in Atlanta. With so much solar punishment hammering the city, it's important that people in outdoor Atlanta yoga classes take precautions against the harmful effects of UV rays.

That's the message from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, which has sponsored July as National UV Safety Month.

Why protect your skin from sunlight? It's common sense and good healthy living, of course, but here are a few more reasons to wrap up in long sleeves and slather on sunscreen before doing yoga outdoors:

1. Even 30 minutes of exposure to direct sunlight can cause a painful sunburn. Much longer, and you risk getting a second-degree burn – that is, deep tissue damage, severe pain and big, fluid-filled blisters.

2. UV rays can also damage the lenses and retinas of your eyes, eventually leading to cataracts or vision loss.

3. Going out in the sun during the day, even while doing soothing yoga, means risking heat exhaustion or even heat stroke, a life-threatening condition.

4. Finally, there's the big one: cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that even moderate sun exposure raises the likelihood of melanoma, so be sure to use sunscreen, long-sleeved cotton clothing and, for shade, a tree or an umbrella.

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