Hiking may be the best exercise ever. It hits on many levels. Hiking is great physical exercise. The beauty of nature soothes your spirit. Longer hikes give you time to be creative and think through difficult problems. Hiking can be a great social experience. Hiking helps to reduce stress, get you physically fit and even … Read more
Bad habits are like a comfortable bed, easy to get into, but hard to get out of.” – Anonymous Habits make the man. Or in some cases bad habits can unmake the man. On DGH we talk about how to improve habits all the time. But what about all those bad habits. We all have a … Read more
It’s a common issue. You’ve decided to start taking probiotics, but you keep reading conflicting information regarding the best time to take them. It can be confusing to figure out what is the best time to take probiotics, and the reason is simple: Different brands give different instructions, so you’re never sure which piece of … Read more
Have you heard the expression that your gut is your second brain? It’s true—the gut contains 100 million neurons that control not only your digestion but also your mental and physical health. That said, it’s no wonder why you want to make sure to keep your gut healthy. In order to maintain a healthy gut, … Read more
Are you struggling with your finances? Buried in credit card debt? Want a simple way to make a budget and stick with it? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then you should check out the latest book that I co-authored with Rebecca Livermore. It’s called: The Budgeting Habit: How to Make a Budget … Read more
One of the biggest tools for success also happens to be one of the simplest ones. Walking each and every day. You do not need to run marathons or triathlons to get a significant health improvement. Instead you get a lot of fitness and emotional gains from a small amount of daily walking. In today’s … Read more
The TED Talk platform has become popular for many reasons, the main reason is clearly stated in their simple slogan: “Ideas Worth Spreading.” TED Talks are an inspiring way to open your mind to new ideas, with the fun twist of having professionals on a variety of subjects tell real stories and describe real situations … Read more
The benefits of adding weight training to your cardio exercise routine far outweigh the benefits of doing cardio alone. Over the past 10 years, researchers have made increasingly compelling arguments for the benefits of weight training for overall health. But people are still reluctant to add this important factor to their exercise routine. Many people … Read more
TED—which stands for “technology, entertainment, design”—is a company that posts lectures online with the slogan “ideas worth spreading.” The TED conference has been held each year since 1990, and while its initial focus was on technology and design, it has since expanded to include lectures on a wide variety of topics, including education, business, and … Read more
If someone were to ask you what you think the most powerful herb on the planet is for fighting and even reversing disease, would one of your first guesses be a component of tikka masala? Many people don’t realize that the curry that is incorporated into this dish (and many others) has some very powerful … Read more