How a Green Office Work Environment Enhances Health and Productivity

Around a quarter of Americans work from a home office, at least for a part of their week. Working from home certainly has its perks, but there are also distractions that may affect your productivity. Consider converting your office into a green office to boost your productivity. Whether you work from home or in a traditional setting, implementing eco-friendly practices is good for your business’s bottom line.

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Make Your Bedroom Sleep-Friendly: 12 Proven Tips for Better Rest

Can't sleep? Your bedroom could be the cause of your insomnia. Here are 12 quick fixes that will make your bedroom, mattress and sleep environment a greener, healthier and more friendly sleeping source.  Fall asleep with calming scents, relaxing organic bedding and feel refreshed as you awaken from your deep slumber.  Remember it could be as simple as purchasing a new mattress, or even choosing the right bedding.  Or maybe it could simply be turning off all the lights including your cell phones, laptops, and iPads.

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What is ECONYL?

Nylon has been around for almost a full century, and the material has thousands of practical uses. However, the resources used to make nylon leave a lasting effect on the planet. Nylon requires crude oil extraction, requires a huge amount of energy to produce, does not biodegrade and is responsible for a decline in marine life population. ECONYL offers a responsible, sustainable alternative to nylon that’s not only more eco-friendly than nylon, but also helps clean up waste on the planet! From carpets to swimwear, shop products that are made from ECONYL as a substitute for nylon fabrics.

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Helpful Tips To Stay Healthy and Avoid The Seasonal Flu

While there’s no cure or magic bullet for the flu, there are plenty of measures you can take that can lower the chances that you will get it. The best thing you can do in terms of prevention is to get your flu shot. Of course, even if you follow all of these steps you can still get it. However, chances are you will rebound from the flu faster.

It can take up to a week to fully recover from the flu, so make sure you don’t push yourself too much if you do end up getting it. Take time off work and really take care of your body. Rest when you’re tired and make sure to eat plenty of healthy meals to give your body’s immune system the nutrients it needs to fight off the infection. Most of all, try not to stress. Stress can actually make your symptoms worse and can make it more likely that you get the flu. Instead, take it day-by-day and just remain aware of what is going on around you.

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Best Workout Routines to Help You Sleep Better

Whether you prefer sweating with friends in the gym or meditating alone in a dark quiet room, developing a workout routine for your body and mind will help promote healthy sleep. Find the best environment, products, and activities that work for your lifestyle and enjoy the restful, sleep filled nights you’ve been waiting for.

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