Recently we had the opportunity to talk with Tamra Ryan, CEO of The Women’s Bean Project and learned about the amazing work this women run social enterprise is doing. The mission of the project is to to break the cycle of chronic unemployment…Read More
Health/Wellness
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In honor Women’s Month here at eco18, we are taking today to talk about National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Human Immunodeficiency Virus, more commonly known as HIV, is a virus that attacks the cells of your immune…Read More
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Inflammation has a positive and negative affect in your body. Inflammation has a positive side because it helps your body respond to stress. But chronic, low-grade inflammation is thought to be one of the leading causes of disease, premature aging, and…Read More
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When it comes to meditation, I’ll be the first to admit that I sometimes find it difficult to fully clear my mind of any and all thoughts. No matter how hard I try, I’m the type of person to get…Read More
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Heartbreak. Whether you’ve lost loved ones or pets, experienced a brutal break-up, or had your heart broken due to devastating news around the world, we’ve all been there. Heartbreak hurts. But can you die of a broken heart?…Read More
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…and keep it protected from the inside out. First, let’s look at why the cold weather dries out skin. What’s one thing you can do effortlessly in the summer, no matter where you are? Sweat! Sweating is our body’s…Read More
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A properly functioning thyroid is essential to your overall health. If your thyroid is working overtime it’s known as hyperthyroidism; if it’s underactive, it’s known as hypothyroidism. These two thyroid disorders can affect way more than just your metabolism:…Read More
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Let’s be real, what’s better than spending a snow day curled up in bed with some sweats, a book, and a piping hot cup of tea? Well, here’s what’s better: Doing all of the above while still focusing on sustainabili-tea!…Read More
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Happy New Year! Now that the holidays have come to an end, it’s time to make those New Year’s resolutions. Some of us at Eco 18 are attempting to complete the 30 Day Abs Challenge from 30 Day Fitness Challenges…Read More
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Happy New Year….ouch. Did the New Year bring along a throbbing headache, dehydration and a sensitive stomach for you? Us too. While our go-to hangover remedy would rely on: carbs, greasy food and an electrolyte filled (probably artificially colored) beverage,…Read More