Meditation is the act of focusing your body, mind, and emotion on the present moment by being still and focusing your attention on your breath, a guided meditation, music, or a helpful phrase or mantra. No matter how you choose to meditate, there are important benefits to making meditation a part of your healthy lifestyle. […]
Does Dietary Cholesterol Matter?
Have you been avoiding fried foods and red meat, hoping to lower your cholesterol? If so, congratulations for taking care of your health, but it may be time to rethink cholesterol. Yes, high cholesterol is associated with an increased risk of heart disease, but that is only part of the story. What is cholesterol? […]
Holiday Stress
No matter how you celebrate, for many people it is difficult to balance your expectations, family expectations (or what you perceive them to be) and the reality of holidays. So much energy is directed toward creating the perfect holiday experience that we forget that events that are out of our control can easily affect the […]
Journaling for Well-Being
To reduce stress, we are encouraged to exercise, stay connected with family and friends, and get plenty of sleep. Journaling is another easy activity that has shown to be an effective tool to help manage stress including symptoms of depression and anxiety. Journaling can be done in a variety of ways and can help you […]
Raw or Cooked Veggies: Which are Better for You?
Eating more vegetables is an important way to get more of the vitamins, minerals, and essential nutrients that you need. What you may not know, is the way you prepare the vegetable may change the nutrition the plant has to offer. While there is not one rule that applies to all vegetables, here are some […]
3 Common Headache Types
If you are like most people, you know the pain of the headache. In fact, the most common complaint that medical professionals hear from patients is headaches. If you suffer from headaches, learning more about the source of your pain and what could be causing it may help you get some relief. Tension Headaches Tension […]
“How to Fight Coronavirus Caution Fatigue” from Cleveland Clinic
It’s been a long year. Here’s a link to a great article about “Coronavirus Caution Fatigue” from Cleveland Clinic.
Staying Motivated to Work Out
Working out regularly is great for your heart, lungs, muscles, and mood! But how do you keep the enthusiasm for a workout after a long day at work or when life feels too busy? Try one of our pro tips to help you stay motivated and on track toward a stronger, healthier you. Make an […]
Sparkling Water-the Good and the Bad
Choose a sparkling water without added flavors and sweeteners and add fresh fruit for a healthy burst of flavor. Drink more water. Drink less soda. Those guidelines are clear, but what about the many types of sparkling water? Are they a healthy substitute for soda or other sugary drinks? Sparkling water is a type of […]
Antibiotic Resistance
No one likes to feel sick with the aches, fever, sneezing, runny nose, and coughing that accompanies common illnesses. We want to feel better quickly, and many people hope that a trip to the doctor will result in a prescription for antibiotics and a fast recovery. However, many common illnesses stem from a virus (instead […]