In today’s world, it’s easy to get stressed out. As of 2015, the American adult’s average stress levels were a 5.1 on a 10-point scale (and over the last several years, that rating has only increased). It’s easy to understand why it happens—increasingly busy schedules,...
From the moment your child's eyes start to water, their nose starts to drip and their throat starts to scratch, chances are you may begin worrying that they're getting a cold. In fact, during this time of year, which is aptly dubbed “cold and flu...
For many people dealing with serious chronic diseases such as hypertension, type II diabetes and coronary artery disease, may just seem like a way of life. While these diseases are serious, life-changing and often difficult to manage, there are actually ways to help ward off...
For most Americans today, a hefty dose of caffeine is simply part of their day. It provides that surge of energy in the morning, that extra boost to get through the mid-afternoon lull and that jolt of energy that can quickly liven you back up. While...
So many people today assume that stress is simply part of life—a side effect of raising kids, juggling personal lives and maintaining a job. However, stress and anxiety have become a major issue for many people today. It impacts the way that many people are...
Today, more Americans than ever are visiting their primary care physician for an annual physical exam. While doctor’s visits were once reserved only for acute illnesses, millions of Americans are visiting their doctor every year for a complete exam in an attempt to diagnose and...
What you eat and put into your body has so much to do with your overall health. How healthy are you really eating on a daily basis? Take this quick, 12-question quiz to determine how healthy your eating habits really are. Do you consume a...
Dietary supplements have been around for ages. Scientific evidence shows that some supplements are beneficial to enhancing your diet if you don’t regularly eat a nutritious variety of foods. Commonly Used Supplements Although multivitamins exist, there are a variety of supplement options geared specifically towards people...
Summer is finally here, meaning that many of us have planned a little escape for ourselves and our family. However, one thing to note is that although vacations can be beneficial for our body and mind, it also takes us away from our regular daily...
We all know that without water, we would die. After all, nearly 70% of our body is made up of the stuff. With summer officially here, it’s now more important than ever to make sure your body is properly hydrated. I’m sure you probably already...