The lymphatic system is basically your body’s defense and cleaning system. It’s a network of vessels, nodes, and organs that work together to help keep your body healthy. Let’s make sure we understand what exactly the lymphatic system is and make sure you know ways to be supporting your lymphatic system. What Exactly is the…
Movement is essential for optimal health. Walking is an easy and popular way that many people gravitate towards in order to add movement to their day. In today’s post I want to not only encourage you to take a walk, but I also want to highly encourage you to take a walk in nature. Outdoor…
If this is your first visit to My Wellness Basket, welcome! If you are a regular reader, I thank you for your continued support and your efforts towards wellness and holistic health! As much as I write about wellness here on the blog, I’ve realized I’ve never devoted a post to holistic health. I’ve not…
Most people know that homegrown vegetables and herbs are usually better for you than the produce you buy at the grocery store from large scale farms. However the very act of gardening also has a large positive effect on your health. Gardening actually offers numerous health benefits both for physical and mental or emotional well-being….
Walking for wellness is beneficial, doesn’t have to be hard and is a low cost cardiovascular exercise. Movement matters and walking is one of the best ways to do that! Let’s find out why movement matters, what the benefits are to walking, and how to add walking for wellness to your busy day! Walking For…
I want to discuss the importance of movement with you. And then see if you like any of the 10 Easy Ways to Add Movement to Your Day. Maybe you have some of your own tips to share. Lots of Sitting I was browsing the internet the other day and came across an article that…
Hi! Welcome to the blog. This second post is simply an introduction to the name and the basic concept of this blog. If you missed the first post, talking about the categories you will find on My Wellness Basket and how they are all involved in Maintaining Wellness, check it out now! Something Catchy AND…
Maintaining wellness is important. But it’s not easy. What exactly is maintaining wellness? In this day and age, I can pretty much bet you have a lot on your plate. I know I do. So, when it comes to balancing and maintaining wellness with everything else in life, it can be overwhelming, stressful and pretty…