Bone broth is making a comeback in the wellness community and there’s a reason for the craze, after all it’s a remedy that’s been around for over 2500 years. If you’re like me, you’ve likely always associated bone broth in the soup category, something you mix with veggies and eat when you’re sick. However, after […]
Physical activity and improved health is a familiar connection, however there is evidence indicating that vigorous intensity activity is superior in health benefits. Running is an example of such activity and has become one of the most popular forms of vigorous intensity activity due to its convenience. Unlike other forms of this activity running does not […]
Now imagine this. It’s a blistering hot day and the sun is beating down. There are no clouds in the sky and the temperature keeps rising higher and higher. You’re sweating up a storm; you have sweat pouring down your face. Arms are pumping fast and in rhythm as your feet slap against the ground. Just […]
What’s it all about? The Alexander Technique is a wellness approach that reteaches the body and mind to use muscles more efficiently. More specifically this technique focuses on releasing unnecessary tension between the head and spine. This is done through simple daily activities that coach you to move freer and in a more integrated way. […]
We go to art museums, live concerts or dance parties simply because we enjoy them, but did you know that art and music may increase your life expectancy? A recent study from the Netherlands examined 12,159 male acoustic, visual and literary artists and reflected that writers and musicians born between 1700 and 1899 had a […]
The jury is out on if are carbs actually good or bad for the body. There are many people arguing for each side. So what’s what? Let’s set it straight and find out the truth. We’ll hit the facts and found out some answers to the questions below. What is a carbohydrate? What is the difference between […]
Socrates once feared a health system that focused on only “part” of the body rather than the whole, saying, “for the part can never be well unless the whole is well.” At CARAVAN, we believe in taking a holistic approach to health- meaning, we want to ensure that our classes offer overall self-care help for […]
Imagine sitting in a room with all your closet friends. You’re talking about the newest shows on Netflix, that new restaurant down the street, and the plans for the weekend. Imagine sitting there and not being able to enjoy any of it. Imagine not being able to really dive into the conversations with your friends. […]
What is Palo Santo? Palo Santa, also known as its Spanish translation of “Holy Wood”, is a powerful incense made from trees that can be found on the coast of South America. This tree is one of the most important used in ethno-botanical medicine in this area of the world. Traditionally, this tree has […]
Many studies have shown that meditation and exercise alone are beneficial to mental health. But did you know that combining meditation with exercise may intensify the impacts of each and is extremely effective at improving brain-cell development and beating depression? A research from Rutgers University shows that a mind-body combination of exercise and meditation can […]