How to Lose Weight through Gardening

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Julie)

Losing weight can be tough, but have you ever considered that having your own garden could be the answer?  Gardeners benefit from getting outdoor exercise that burns calories and trims their waistlines. They also add a variety of their own homegrown...

Gardening as a Form of Exercise

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Julie)

When thinking about different types of exercise, you might not think to include gardening as a workout option.  But gardening can provide a wide range of benefits for all ages, based on how intensely you work.  For those who have not been active, g...

Gardening as Healthy Exercise

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Julie)

Most of us could use more exercise in our lives, and gardening is a great way to incorporate physical activity, stress relief and a healthier diet into our day. Working in your garden is a great alternative to going to the gym, walking or biking.  N...

Work Your Muscles with Gardening

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Julie)

We all know that gardening is a satisfying hobby.  It’s a chance to spend time outdoors and grow a variety of fresh and healthy foods. But have you ever thought about the fact that gardening is a great workout? Any workout should start with a tho...

Alternative Drug Addiction Therapies ? Narconon

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Chris Haycock)

There are almost as many treatments for drug addiction as causes for it. One of the so called "alternative therapies" is Narconon.This treatment looks at handling the causes of the addiction, as well as the addicition itself. It is controversial inas...

How Gardening Can Help You Lose Weight

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Julie)

Here is a fresh approach to weight loss – try gardening.  Gardening provides the benefits of healthy outdoor living, exercise and producing delicious, fresh foods for your healthy diet. Imagine instead of heading to a stuffy gym and stepping on t...

Enjoy Your Garden and Lower Your Stress

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Julie)

Imagine it is the end of a stressful day – your boss dropped a huge stack of work on your desk, you only had time to grab an unhealthy snack from the vending machine for lunch, and there was a traffic jam on the way home.  You need to unwind and l...

Lift Your Mood by Gardening

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Julie)

Health professionals know that gardening provides an effective way to lift your mood.  Horticultural Therapy is based on the mental, emotional and even physical healing that can result from gardening.  This therapy is used as a powerful tool for th...

Healthy Ways to Cook with Your Homegrown Produce

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Julie)

Vegetables and fruits fresh from the garden add color, flavor and essential nutrients to any meal. By planting and picking your fresh produce, you’ve already done most of the work in creating healthy meals for you and your family.  But what are so...

Rebounding for the Elderly

(Fri May 29th, 2009, by Juliet White)

Exercise is important at any age. It keeps the body fit and able to fight disease. It helps you process the nutritional benefits of the foods you eat. It stimulates the mind and body for greater energy and awareness. As we age, however, the exercises...