compassion, heart health, kindness, self-compassion

Self-Compassion Results in Better Heart Health

Heart health is a matter of prime importance for billions of people. To ensure robust heart health, people resort to so many things nowadays. They leave no stones unturned, from changing their diets to trying yoga and medications. However, according to the findings of a new study, there are other ways to enhance your heart ...

Jack Roberts

Paper red heart cut out held up by a paddle pop stick.

Coenzyme Q10: A New Way to a Healthy Heart

Why do you lack energy and vitality? Low coenzyme Q10 levels might be the answer to this question. What is coenzyme Q10?  Coenzyme Q10 (or CQ10) is an antioxidant that your body produces naturally. Your cells use CQ10 for growth and maintenance. It is a coenzyme that exists at a cellular level, and it works to stimulate mitochondria ...

Billy Shyu

Elderly couple holding hands.

8 Red Foods to Eat in Summer

Eating red foods in summer is very important. The summer heat tests your tolerance and temper, and you can get irritable and lose your head more easily. This can lead to a drop in your immunity, which can induce the onset of various diseases, especially cardiovascular disease. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), there is the ...

David Jirard

Eating red foods in summer help the heart (Image: Christopher Paquette via Flickr / CC BY 2.0 )

The Incredible Medicinal Properties of Bamboo

Bamboo is the tallest member of the grass family and is known to have several pharmacological uses. There are more than 1,600 species across 120 genera. Its shoots are rich in vitamins, protein, fiber, and minerals while being very low in fat. Combating various types of cancer Bamboo contains a class of complex organic polymers ...

Raven Montmorency

A pile of bamboo.

How to Best Benefit From Drinking Tea

Drinking tea in China has been popular for thousands of years. The special ingredients in tea are beneficial for health. Scientific explanations as to why tea is good for health Good for weight loss The large quantities of catechins in tea leaves can inhibit weight gain since the catechins boost metabolism and can help the ...

Audrey Wang

Pouring a cup of hot tea.

4 Ways Plant-Based Diets Can Be Good for You

Many people consider switching to a plant-based diet, especially as they get older. Several research studies have shown that making fruits and vegetables a major portion of your daily diet comes with many benefits for your body. Protection for the heart The biggest advantage of a plant-based diet is that it protects the heart and ...

Raven Montmorency

A salad with fruits, vegetables, and nuts.