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by Jenn Ryan Many of us are swayed by advertising. Commercials that show happy cows in a pasture, a package of beef that says “free-range” or “grass-fed”or “organically-raised:” it seems easy to make the right choices at the supermarket. We as consumers are convinced we know how to tell good food from bad food, best practices from worst practices, and healthy nutrition from the stuff that just mimics it. But is... 4/25/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Loretta Breuning Too much wellness can be a real problem. If you always feel like you haven’t done enough, you create stress that burdens your body. You undermine the well-being you seek if you constantly berate your diet and exercise choices. You are better off celebrating your healthy lifestyle choices instead.“But I haven’t done enough!” you may say. This conundrum is real. Goals stimulate the joy of dopamine as... 4/16/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Avery Neal, PhD These days most of us are stressed to the max. Our overcrowded schedules and fast-paced lives leave us in a perpetual state of frenzy, even our sleep compromised by operating in this chronically stressed state. Currently,anxiety is the number one mental health concern in our country, impacting over 40 million Americans. Despite its prevalence, many of us are never taught the basic skills necessary... 4/15/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Jen Johnson We have all done it at one time or another – in a difficult moment when we already feel emotional pain, we send a second arrow of suffering toward ourselves with critical self-talk. We say things to ourselves that we would never say to someone else, and on some level, we feel we deserve it.Our harsh words may vary, but the themes are often similar—“What was I thinking?”?” “I’m so stupid” “What is wrong... 4/13/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Sherrie Campbell Life is forever challenging for us all. We carry pains and life’s lessons all the way through. None of us are exempt from these sharper edges. We are here to grow. The signature purpose and intention behind life’s sharper edges is to provide us that very opportunity. What might seem like and enemy will likely turn out to be the only possible thing that could have caused us enough discomfort to finally... 4/12/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Robert Miler Energy drinks have become a ubiquitous part of modern life, promising a jolt of energy and heightened focus. But before you grab that can, understanding the "buzz" behind these beverages and the importance of caffeine content is crucial.The Energy Drink Breakdown:Energy drinks are a concoction of various ingredients, typically including:Caffeine: The primary stimulant, responsible for the energy boost.Sugar:... 4/11/2024 11:57:31 AM
by Karen Schuder, EdD, MDiv, MAM Perspective influences everything. How we see and respond to the world around us determines the quality of life for ourselves and others. We can inspire or discourage. Despite our ability to choose perspective, we sometimes get stuck in attitudes negatively affecting life. Vera and Vi were great examples of the difference between choosing a positive attitude or getting stuck in a rut.Vera and Vi were... 4/11/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Nurse For Care Introduction:Caring for our feet becomes increasingly important for maintaining overall health and mobility as we age. Incorporating proper foot care into daily routines can significantly enhance the well-being of seniors in Toronto, where quality care at home services is crucial. This blog post will explore six indispensable foot care tips dedicated to our seniors.1. Choosing the Right Footwear:One... 4/9/2024 12:35:41 PM
by Hovsep K Your skin is a clear indicator of your overall health and is known to be affected by a variety of external factors, including the quality of water you come into contact with. The water flowing from your taps may contain chlorine, heavy metals, and other impurities that could compromise your skin's health. Installing a sink filter can be a significant step towards protecting and improving your skin's... 4/9/2024 12:35:10 PM
by Jill Sodini Choosing Quality Instead of QuantityWhen I was working for a health insurance company early in my career, there was a period of time when we used the tag line “live longer better.” I thought this was great because there were endless amounts of studies that said by adopting healthier habits lifespan could be increased or risk of death could be decreased by certain percentages. I later came to realize... 3/31/2024 4:00:00 AM
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