• Nature Made #NatureMade #IC #ad
    Health,  Product Reviews

    Try Nature Made To Help Balance Your Healthy Life

    This post was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central How many people listed becoming healthier as their main New Year’s Resolution for 2016? If that was one of your goals, are you still on track to reach the goals you set in place for yourself? Did you know that Nature Made is the nation’s #1 best-selling brand for quality vitamins, minerals and supplements to help support nutritional gaps? Those claims are backed by data reported by Nielsen through its Scantrack Service for the Vitamins category for a 52-week period ending in the end of September of 2015. Nature Made is also the…

  • Stouffer's with Salad #BalancedNewYear #ad
    Featured,  Food,  Product Reviews

    Eating Healthier With STOUFFER’S® Fit Kitchen meals

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BalancedNewYear #CollectiveBias   If you’ve followed me on any social media sites or even read a few of my posts, then you know that I work a full-time third shift job. This is something I’ve done for many years now and hopefully that’s about to change in the coming months. This is something I have done ever since my kids were little because it saves money on daycare, and I have always been the classroom dad they could count on to help out on field trips. My youngest daughter will be heading to…

  • How to Create Healthy Meals in a Hurry
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    How to Create Healthy Meals in a Hurry

    There’s a need in today’s busy world to eat healthy. However, the healthy food options just aren’t there when it comes to creating healthy meals on the go. It’s important that we feed our kids semi-healthy meals most of the time, which is why we try to create healthy meals, even when we’re in a hurry. I wanted to pass some of our tips onto you! Meal Plan One of the biggest secrets to creating healthy meals in a hurry is to meal plan. You can get a really simple calendar and plan out your meals. It doesn’t need to be anything spectacular. Meal planning can be fairly simple, it’s…

  • Healthy Eating
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    Great Snacks Perfect for Healthy Eating

    It’s a New Year, which means we naturally want to focus on our health. One thing I’ve noticed and the experts have confirmed is that a healthy body is 80% what you eat and 20% exercise. Since I’m so busy and need to be healthy, I’m very focused on what I’m eating. Check out my go to snacks for healthy eating. 1. Peanuts-This is my main go to for healthy eating snacks because of the protein and peanuts are easy to eat. I can put them in my bag and I’m good to go whenever I feel hungry. I’ve noticed that peanuts really do sustain me and keep me full…

  • Staying Healthy During the Holidays
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    5 Easy Tips to Keep You Healthy for the Holidays

    We all want to be healthy, but some of us have issues staying healthy throughout the year. The holidays are well underway- has your belt-line felt the strain, yet? If so, you can fix that before the holidays are up! With a few small changes, you can keep yourself healthy (or get healthier) while to holidays are still underway. This will give you a leg up when it comes to those new year’s fitness resolutions! Below are 5 easy tips to keep you healthy for the holidays! Don’t skip the workouts It’s tempting to just give up on working out during the holidays, whether you currently have an exercise routine…

  • Lennox Movember
    Men's Health

    Movember Educates Men to Take Their Health Serious

    This is a sponsored post and I was compensated, but all opinions are 100% mine. Ever since I’ve heard about Movember and the reason behind it, I’ve always supported it by shaving my beard and letting it grow back throughout the month without shaving. Movember is an annual event involving the growing of mustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men’s health issues, such as depression in men, prostate cancer and other male cancers, and associated charities. Movember aims to increase early cancer detection, diagnosis and effective treatments, and ultimately reduce the number of preventable deaths. Besides annual check-ups, the Movember Foundation encourages men to be conscious…

  • Healthy Habits Before Bedtime
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    5 Healthy Habits Before Bed

    Do you suffer from poor sleep? I know I have had points in my life where I have just not been able to get a good night’s sleep, whether it takes me a really long time to fall asleep resulting in me not getting a proper amount of sleep, or I have also had issues of waking up multiple times throughout the night. Broken sleep is so hard on your body because you never truly go into REM sleeping which is when your body is the most rested and will result in your feeling refreshed and revived. You could be suffering with poor sleep because of your before bed habits.…

  • Exercising
    Fitness,  Health

    Get Slim for Summer: Best Tips for Healthy Weight Loss

    Everybody wants to look good in a bathing suit when the weather starts to warm up and summer has nearly arrived. Whether you need to lose two pounds or 20 pounds, you still want to look your best, and you’re likely hoping you can do by the time you need to take off your clothes at the beach this year. While losing too much weight too fast isn’t good for your body, there are some healthy ways that you can lose weight. Some can even help you start to take weight off today. Use these tips to help you slim down for summer and keep the weight off. Know Your…

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    The NEW Centrum® Multivitamins Help Support Nutritional Health

    I am participating in a sponsored campaign hosted by Centrum®. I received compensation for this post. While all opinions stated are my own, I make no claims about Centrum® as a product or its effectiveness.     Did you know that among all multivitamins that Centrum® is the most recommended, most studied, most preferred multivitamin brand? The NEW Centrum® MultiGummies is a great-tasting, easy-to-take multivitamin supplement designed to provide key nutrients that help support your energy, immunity, and metabolism. Centrum® MultiGummies contain three natural flavors: Berry, Cherry, and Orange. These multivitamins are comfortable to take and include essential nutrients like Vitamins B12, D, and E plus others to support your…

  • Improving Patient Loyalty Infographic
    Health,  Life,  Technology

    Making Use of Healthcare Technology to Improve Communication

    As healthcare technology continues to advance, it is constantly revolutionizing the way that healthcare professionals are treating and communicating with their patients. The advent of the internet, cell phones, and certain smart phone apps has created room for new avenues of doctor-patient communication. Now more than ever before, doctors can be in contact with their patients at virtually any time. If you are a healthcare provider, this should signal to you that communication with your patients is becoming all the more important. Many patients will want the opportunity to contact you at anytime with health concerns, and their loyalty to you as a healthcare professional may depend on it. New…

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    Food,  Health,  Men's Health

    Healthier Holiday Appetizers with Old London Melba Toasts

    I received the product or was compensate for my honest review. All opinions are 100% mine. With the holidays right around the corner and with 2 weeks’ vacation from work is a time I usually revert back to the old habits of not watching what I eat as I sit in front the TV, watch sports or just watch the kids play with their Christmas gifts. With all that basketball and football on I usually grab some beer, wings and chips then by the time I go back to work those jeans are a little tighter and the shirts are not as loose as they were before my Christmas break.…

  • Son Checking Oil Level #WalmartAuto
    Cars,  Daddy Talk,  Featured,  Parenting

    Keeping My Car Healthy With Walmart Auto

    I spruced up my car using Castrol® products from Walmart, as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars #WalmartAuto       If you follow me then you know I do most of my shopping at Walmart and that’s for everything from clothing, groceries, office stuff and for my automotive needs. About 3 months ago I done a post about getting Fuel Stabilizer while teaching my son about car care, then I picked up some new wiper blades and now I got the chance to pick up some oil there. My son will turn 16 next month so I have been showing him everything he needs to know about maintaining…

  • Black Man Getting Check Up
    Health,  Men's Health

    Have You Had Your Annual Health Check Up Guys?

    If only our bodies had an app that would tell us how we’re doing health-wise, we wouldn’t need to see our physician for an annual checkup. Sure, there are apps that can determine how many calories we eat and how much exercise to do in order to burn those calories off, but a physical exam and consultations with specialists are definitely more comprehensive than any app. Regular medical checks are also necessary in picking up early warning signs of diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. As we age, we become more at risk for various ailments. One minute we’re going on a camping trip with our friends, and…

  • Food,  Health

    Quick and Healthy Breakfast with Nutri-Grain

    “I participated in an Influencer Program on behalf of Mom Central for Nutri-Grain. I received product samples and promotional item to thank me for participating.”     Did you know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Well I’m a night shift worker; you know the graveyard shift so there are times that I just don’t eat breakfast or even think about it until I wake up too early because I’m hungry. Usually when I actually eat breakfast it’s usually something that I shouldn’t be eating and now that I’m getting older I really need to start thinking about eating healthy. Recently, I had the chance to…

  • How To Get the Best Treatment at Skin Cancer Clinics in Melbourne?
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    How To Get the Best Treatment at Skin Cancer Clinics in Melbourne?

    Living in Australia, we have the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. With the strong sun and popularity of outdoor activities here, it’s so important that we protect our skin and get regular check-ups. If you’ve been diagnosed with skin cancer, you’ll want to find the best treatment possible. Melbourne has some excellent skin cancer clinics in Melbourne like Sundoctors, but how do you choose the right one? Here are tips on finding the best skin cancer treatment in Melbourne. Look for Specialized Skin Cancer Clinics Rather than just going to any old doctor or clinic, seek out facilities that specialize in skin cancer treatment. Skin cancer is…

  • Family,  Life

    A Guide to Planning a Memorial Service That Honors Your Loved One

    Losing someone close to you is undoubtedly one of the most challenging experiences in life. In the days and weeks that follow, you may find yourself tasked with planning a memorial service—a heartfelt tribute to celebrate their life, their passions, and the love you shared. While the thought of planning such an event can seem daunting during a time of grief, it offers an opportunity to honor their memory in a meaningful way. This guide aims to assist you through the process, ensuring the memorial service reflects the uniqueness of your loved one’s life. Step 1: Reflect on Their Life Begin by reflecting on the person’s life—think about their values,…

  • Alcohol,  Health

    Self-Medicating: Are You Using Alcohol as a Crutch?

    Alcohol abuse can present itself differently. Sometimes it’s a daily habit that completely consumes someone. Other times, alcohol is only a problem on occasion but certainly still enough to create issues. Either way, there’s a fine line between indulging in a drink or few and using alcohol for all the wrong reasons. Below are some signs that you may be abusing alcohol. You Avoid Other People People may drink socially; others may drink alone. Either way, there could be an alcohol dependence issue going on. However, one of the signs of alcoholism is avoiding others, or at least, certain people. Typically, the people who are avoided include a significant other,…

  • Health

    11 Helpful Tips to Strengthen Your Immune System

    The immune system is a complex network of organs, cells and proteins that defends the body against infection. During the Covid era, we all concentrated on building up our immune system to fight the disease. The immune system keeps a record of every germ (microbe) it has defeated so it can recognize and destroy the microbe quickly. There are factors that can weaken your immune system. On the flip side, there are things you can do to strengthen your immune system. Below you can check out 11 helpful tips to strengthen your immune system. Relaxation It has been said that some stress can be a good thing. This is a…