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You've probably heard by now that yoga is good for you. Maybe you've even tried it and discovered that it makes you feel better. A consistent practice offers all kinds of mental and physical health benefits. Some, like improved flexibility, are clearly evident.Others, including mental clarity and stress reduction, may be more subtle but are just as powerful. When putting together, all the benefits below contribute to an increased feeling of well-being, which helps explain why so many people find yoga so addictive.Improves Flexibility Moving and stretching in new ways will help you become more flexible, bringing a greater range...

1. It causes sleeplessnessWatching TV before dozing off is "far and away" the most common pre-sleep activity, according to a 2009 study reported in The Telegraph. The researchers said the practice is one of the major causes of sleep deprivation, a condition that plagues one in three people and is linked to increased risk of obesity, heart disease, and depression.2. We become too attachedDuring the 2007 TV writers' strike, when scripted series went off-air for several months, some college students reported feeling "real distress" over the loss of new episodes of The Office and Grey's Anatomy, says a study published...

Supporting your immune systemYour immune system is constantly active, figuring out which cells belong to your body and which don’t. This means it needs a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals to keep its energy up and going.The following recipes are packed with essential nutrients for everyday health or for fighting off viruses such as the cold or flu.Learn which immunity-enhancing nutrients each juice, smoothie, or seed milk has so you can start your mornings off with a refreshing boost to your body’s natural defenses.1. Orange, grapefruit, and other citrusPhoto by Happy Foods TubeThis citrus explosion by Happy Foods Tube...

Whether it's damage, dryness, flakes, frizz, or fading, we all run into hair issues. The change in seasons, indoor heat, outdoor elements, and hot hair tools are only some of the culprits that can cause these changes. Luckily, you don't have to hit the store or add yet another beauty product to your Amazon cart: You can head straight to your pantry for everyday ingredients that you can whip into a DIY hair mask to fix your mane.Below, we've compiled the best 7 DIY masks for all of your biggest hair woes, from an irritated scalp, to dull hair, to...