PAUSE 4 PREVENTION // The Science of Happiness
Did you know that there is a science behind happiness, and even more importantly, that cracking that code and being a happy person can help reduce your risk of cancer!?
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // 7 Herbal Remedies for Stress
We love the healing power of herbs — especially herbs that can alleviate stress. Check out this awesomeinfographic from our friends at Health Central.
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // Forest Bathing for Healing
What the heck is forest bathing? Well first off, it has nothing to do with getting naked, and everything to do with soaking in positive energy and improving physical and mental health. Learn all about it here! I
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // Trick-or-Treat for GMO-Free Candy!
So as it turns out, the sweet treats that we love to trick-or-treat for on Halloween are full of chemicals, trans fats, preservatives, petroleum-based artificial colors and…dun dun dun…GMOs. How’s that for scary?!
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // Get Active & Go Adventure!
Did you see the Travel Channel’s article featuring B4BC about getting outdoors and adventuring as a great way to promote survivorship and get active to prevent breast cancer? They think you should catch a wave with B4BC…and we think so too! Being active 30 minutes a day, three times a week, can significantly reduce your risk of breast cancer, and does wonders for your overall health. Besides, who needs an excuse to go adventuring?!
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // Skate it O U T !
You know what’s great about skateboarding? Well, a lot, but today we’d like to focus on the fact that it’s an awesome workout. Skateboarding can burn 100-450 calories an hour while improving your core strength, balance and coordination. And what better way to get really aggressive with your skate routine than to join B4BC’s 18-mile Skate the Coast event THIS WEEKEND?! Fundraising for a good cause AND getting a killer workout? Count us in. #behealthygetactive
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // Kimmy Fasani’s 10 Tips for a Greener Lifestyle
B4BC Team Rider Kimmy Fasani was an article for Burton Girls about her experience at the Green Sports Alliance Summit, focusing on ways to make small lifestyle changes and live greener! Today, we’re trying #1, #3 and #5. What will you try today?
Remember, Healthy Earth = Healthy You!
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING
We all know that it feels good to give back, but did you know that it may even make us happier / healthier people?
More and more research is revealing the health benefits of volunteering. The latest comes in from a study from the University of Exeter (UK). Researchers found a strong positive link between volunteering and well-being. For example, volunteers had a 22% lower mortality rate than non-volunteers, and they also had higher self-esteem and happiness!
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // FARMERS MARKET
The Farmers Market is a great place to find local, organic produce, and support your community as well! Shopping at a farmers’ market is a great way to meet local farmers and get fresh, flavorful produce while avoiding GMOs and pesticides (double check with your local farmer to make sure!). Need help finding one by you? Online resources like www.localharvest.org or www.farmersmarket.com help you find farmers’ markets in your area, often with live entertainment and unique vendors! Search for one near you to find your newest weekly ritual!
PAUSE FOR PREVENTION // 6 EASY WAYS TO AVOID GMOs
With a growing body of evidence connecting GMOs with adverse health effects, environmental damage, and violations of farmers’ and consumers’ rights, it’s more important than ever to educate yourself on what you’re putting into your body & how to live a “GM-Free Diet”!
To help you make the best effort at avoiding GMOs while shopping at the grocery store, we wanted to share six recommendations from FOOD MATTERS on what to look for and what to avoid.