Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health And Happiness by Dr. Qing Li invites you to the world and art of Japanese “Shinrin-Yoku,” or “forest bath.” Dr. Li is one of the world’s leading experts on how time spent in deep nature improves health and lives. In his book, he writes beautifully and […]
It’s a difficult task to prioritize time for exercise and maintain fitness. Between work responsibilities, balancing home life, children, and travel, it’s easy to de-prioritize exercise. And when people do think about exercise, it’s often cardio. However, don’t forget stretching and support body strength. Many people are intimidated by free weights at the gym, but […]
This chicken dinner dish is bursting with traditional eastern flavors, but packs a modern healthy punch. Served with a massaged kale salad, this recipe is a balanced, healthy meal that is high in protein and vitamins, and low in carbs and calories. The yogurt marinated chicken is juicy and flavorful, while the kale salad is […]
This dip is incredibly easy to make and wonderful with raw vegetables for a healthy mid-morning or afternoon snack. You can also turn it into a salad dressing or sauce for cooked vegetables—just dilute with a little rice vinegar or lemon juice and water. If you are serving as a dip, sprinkle with a bit […]
If there’s one challenge to maintaining a well-balanced, nutritious diet, it’s eating out. Whether for work, travel or convenience, restaurant food is incredibly high in calories and can derail even the best of diets. Check out our tips for navigating restaurant menus so you can stay on track. How to Eat Healthy While Dining Out […]
This easy-to-make, yet packed full of nutrients and protein, breakfast recipe starts with a base of plain greek or regular yogurt, followed by our cinnamon granola, and then topped with your favorite fruit or phytonutrient-rich berry. Breakfast is a vital component of your balanced health—this one will certainly fuel your energy needs for the morning. […]
Solo wellness travel is growing in popularity. As individuals realize the value of recharging alone, and without all the responsibilities of home to bring with them. This is something we’ve long known and treasured at Mountain Trek: the return to the self while spending time in deep nature. Check out the top three reasons why […]
Hot springs have an especially high mineral content and comforting hot waters. Soaking in the healing water is natural therapy for mind, body and spirit.
In conversations about wellness, you may have seen “self-care” pop up. We believe self-care is crucial to whole-self wellness and lifelong vitality — but what we don’t talk about when we talk about self-care is the underlying value that makes it possible. First Things First: What Is Self-Care? Self-care is anything you do deliberately to […]
