Sunscreen Demystified Since last weekend was the unofficial start of summer, the season of sunscreen ads and SPF warnings is officially upon us. While the ads may be opportunistic, the
Can You Stand to Kick Your Sitting Habit? Many of us have read the stories about sitting being as deadly as smoking. It gets our attention, but it is an
Size Matters…In Servings, Portions, and Plates It’s fairly common knowledge that Americans are getting heavier. One of the biggest contributing factors is that portion sizes of food served outside the
To Nap or Not to Nap? That is the Question It’s 3pm and you’re exhausted. You can barely keep your eyes open, but you have a lot to do today!
When Not to Choose the ER When you or a loved one are experiencing a medical emergency, it can be stressful and overwhelming to make decisions about where to seek
Your Secret Weapon Against Back Pain Have you ever experienced lower back pain? It’s a common issue that affects people of all ages and lifestyles. However, did you know that
Escape the Food Swamp and Save Your Heart, Brain, and Waistline Do you live in a neighborhood where there are more fast-food chains and convenience stores than healthy food options?
So… This Glass of Wine Isn’t Good for My Health? For decades, scientific studies have suggested that moderate drinking was better for most people’s health than not drinking at all.
What Has Your Blood Sugar Been Up To Lately? It’s not a very sweet statistic, but diabetes was the 8th leading cause of death in the United States in 2020.
Go To Bed! Your Heart Will Thank You Later ❤️ This week, we’re sharing the bottom line at the top of this article because it has the potential to be
Achoo!! Nontraditional Allergy Treatments that Could Help You Recent data shows that seasonal allergies—also known as allergic rhinitis or hay fever— affect as many as one in six Americans. Even if
OMG, A meltdown!? It’s not the end of the world. Let’s face it, we live in a stressful and overstimulating world, and it’s easy to become overwhelmed to the point
In 2021, people spent an estimated $6.5 billion on brain training apps. Additionally, at least one research institution projects that the market will grow to more than $44 billion by
It’s All Connected How Stress, Sleep, Diet Choices, and Physical Activity Affect Each Other and Your Overall Health We’ve all felt the impact that the loss of sleep can have
Healthy Processed Foods: Not an Oxymoron According to a recent report, more than 40% of Americans surveyed said “avoiding processed food was an essential part of a healthy diet.” Some
Heart Health – It’s Not ALL About Cholesterol For years, doctors and patients alike have believed that cholesterol levels are the best predictor of heart disease. But emerging science is
Be Your Own Valentine and Learn Your Heart Health Numbers It’s not a very romantic statistic, but heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States.
Your Supplements Could Be Harming Your Do you take vitamins or micronutrient supplements? If you do, you’re not alone. A 2018 study showed that 75% of Americans take one or
Not So Fast! The Truth About Intermittent Fasting By now, you have probably heard of intermittent fasting (IF). Perhaps you know someone who fasts or have even tried it yourself.
Drowning in Hype about Hydration? Every January, hydration appears on millions of resolution lists. We’ve all heard the longstanding recommendation to drink eight glasses of water a day, equivalent
Why Not Try a “Damp Winter” Instead? If your email inbox has recently been flooded with advice to try having a “Dry January,” you might find yourself wondering…Whose idea
You’re sick with something…what to do now? Let’s face it – the germs are EVERYWHERE right now! Most likely, you or someone in your family or friend group are sick
Do Your Moods Suffer During Short Days and Long Nights? 5 Things You Can Do to Improve SAD Do you tend to feel SAD in the winter months? SAD is
‘Tis the Season for Heavy Lifting… It’s here! That wonderful time of year when you might be shopping till you drop, lugging home a Christmas tree, shoveling show or driving
Sleep Deprivation is a Killer! We all know we can’t survive without food and water. But for some people, the ability to get by on just a few hours of
