Stories for a healthier life
If coffee has long been your go-to morning and afternoon boost, it might be time to switch things up. Consider squeezing a few of these natural energy…
No matter what’s going on or where it might be going on, time is often of the essence when it comes to just about anything. The clock can be one of the biggest…
Many people can benefit from more exercise. But after a long day at work and tending to obligations at home, making time for exercise can be an uphill battle.…
A 2017 study from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation estimated that 792 million people across the globe lived with a mental health disorder. If…
Headaches can be a nuisance unlike any other. When suffering from headache, it’s not uncommon for individuals to experience difficulty concentrating and many…
When a famous individual announces a Parkinson’s diagnosis, like singer-songwriter Neil Diamond did in 2018, there’s an immediate uptick in interest in the…
Stress can affect anyone at any time. Men, women and even children experience stress, which can be triggered by professional, personal and social pressures.…
Sleep deficiency can cause physical and mental health problems, and contribute to an increased chance of injury and death, according to the National Center on…
Getting a good night’s sleep is a crucial and often overlooked aspect of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Being well-rested is of such importance it is…
Physical activity is vital to overall health. The World Health Organization says limiting time spent being idle and taking advantage of opportunities to get…
Chronic kidney disease is a significant threat to millions of people across the globe. According to the National Kidney Foundation, 10 percent of the worldwide…
Food is a critical component of healthy living, helping people to reduce their risk for illnesses and even helping them to overcome colds and other ailments.…
Being able to better resist and cope with stress by simply adding an herb or powder to your food or beverage seems too good to be true. According to advocates…
Teenagers have a long-held reputation for living on the emotional edge. And there is some truth to this, given the profound physical, mental, psychological and…
There is no pill for a 60-minute walk. Nor is there one for push-ups, lifting weights or doing planks. While medical procedures and pharmaceuticals dominate…
It is right there in the name: hospitalist. But, as the profession has only blossomed over the past few decades, many people outside the medical field may…
Winter. Daylight hours shrink. It is cold. And the sometimes treacherous roads only add to the compulsion to stay inside. Dark, cold and isolation is a bad…
It was William Shakespeare who wrote that a good heart is worth gold. And while it is a safe bet he was addressing the heart in a more figurative sense, his…
If you think about all the things in life that have been impacted by modern technology, the ancient art of meditation probably isn’t one of them. Yet for two…
As much of the country curses the man who created Daylight Saving Time when the clocks “fall back” an hour, those with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) have…
Employers have dubbed 2021 The Great Resignation. Employees are calling it a great opportunity. What’s going on and what does it mean? Through a unique…
It goes by many names — a circus, adventure or even a game. It’s life. How we navigate the topographic contours of the one we lead is largely influenced by the…
If there is any question that cigarettes are one of the most lethal consumer products ever created, the American Lung Association points out that there are…
Arthritis. Everyone has seen someone rub their hands and complain about it in a movie, on a television show or maybe even at home. But how much do you really…