5 Eco-friendly Tips that Benefit You and the Planet

On April 22, more than 190 countries around the world will participate in Earth Day — a global event where millions of people show their support for the environment through political action, civic involvement, or by committing to a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle. One of the advantages to adopting a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle is that many changes that you make to help the environment also happen to boost your own health as well....
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If You Want to Feel Good, Do Good

A team of Independence employees spent a day volunteering together and realized they not only helped their community but also strengthened their team.
The Blue Crew volunteers for service projects across the Greater Philadelphia Region. There aren’t many scenarios where everyone wins. That’s why volunteering is so special. When you volunteer, it’s a win-win situation. Your community benefits from your time, work, and skills. And you benefit, too. Making time to do good for others can have a significant impact on your well-being....
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Need 6 Good Reasons to Adopt a Dog?

Dog ownership can offer benefits that positively affect your mental and physical well-being. Here are six ways having a dog is good news for your health.
There are many reasons dogs are consider man’s (and woman’s) best friend — they love you unconditionally, they’re always happy to see you, and, of course, their sweet, sloppy puppy kisses. Even better, dog ownership can offer benefits that positively affect your mental and physical well-being. Here are six ways having a dog is good news for your health:

More Exercise

Dog owners walk an average of 22 minutes more per day than people who don’t have a dog....
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Stress Management for Your Health, Not Just Your Sanity

If you let your stress go unmanaged, you could be putting your health at risk.
As we go from adolescent to adult, it’s typical for our responsibilities to grow over time. It starts with being on time for school and doing homework and evolves to a line-up that includes bills, jobs, significant others, home ownership, debt, kids, and more. Before you know it, you’re full-blown adulting. And, if you’re like me,...
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Just Say Ohm: Why Resting Your Mind is Good for Your Body

Taking the time to meditate helps keep daily life in perspective. After a long day on your feet, you don’t need to be reminded that a rest would feel good. But, it’s not as easy to recognize when your mind needs a break. That’s where meditation comes in. Meditating is a natural way to put your mind and body at ease. ...
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Top 3 Ways to Add Well-being to Your Workday

Office Yoga
Do you spend much of your work week anticipating the weekend? With these three tricks, you can bring a bit of your mellow weekend vibe to work:

Stand Up for Yourself (Literally!)

Lately, it’s been said that that sitting is the new smoking. Don’t believe it? Google it! Even if you’re physically active outside of work,...
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My Path to Better Health, and 6 Steps to Starting Your Well-Being Journey

Danielle Panait Broad Street Run
Danielle Panait is pictured with her IBX colleagues at the Blue Cross Broad Street Run, a race she has participated in for the past 10 years. Fifteen years ago, I began a journey. It was one that, at its outset, was scary. But looking back — and looking at how much further I can go — it’s invigorating....
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‘Tis the Season to Slow Down

Stress-free Holiday
I’m a type-A personality to a tee. I have a list for everything: recipes, grocery lists, books to read, gift ideas, etc. And while my lists usually keep me motivated and on task, they tend to have the opposite effect around the holidays — they add to the mounting anxiety and stress of the season since I know there’s no way I’ll get everything done....
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Why You’re Always Cold

Why some people are always cold
Feeling cold all the time? While others are comfortable, are you reaching for your fleece, cranking up the thermostat, or fighting for more covers? Think about it…have you ever been teased about being “as cold as ice?” There may be scientific reasons why you always seem to feel chilly.

What Causes Coldness?

The human body works to regulate its own temperature....
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Understanding the Stress Monster: Expert Advice to Tame the Beast

Stressed out? Get a better handle on how stress affects your health, and the top 3 stress management techniques from an expert.
“Are you feeling more stress than normal?” My doctor asked me this question at my last check-up. Like most men, I’m pretty good at internalizing and suppressing the things that bother me. So… no probs with stress here, right? But the more I thought about it… I was at the doctor for some condition that would surely kill me....
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