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by Wellness Editor Humans might be the only creatures on Earth with such unpredictable sleeping patterns. Some people rise every morning at the crack of dawn, while others of us struggle to drag ourselves out of bed by noon.Night owl schedules aren't necessarily disordered, but their patterns can conflict with normal working hours, which may affect their ability to function in a world designed for early risers. Researchers... 10/21/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor If you’ve ever tried to function during a bout of insomnia, or even after one less-than-restful night, you’ve probably noticed you’re more prone to making errors or slipping into “auto-pilot.” Have you ever zoned out during an office meeting without actually nodding off and closing your eyes? Have you ever felt like you nodded off while stopped at a red light, even though your eyes were open and watching... 10/20/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Joel Fuhrman, M.D. We live in a society of food excess, where people have been trained to overeat since childhood. In our society, most people overeat routinely. This is fairly obvious since more than two-thirds of adults in this country are overweight or obese....many people cannot even tell when they are truly hungry.Overeating is so deeply ingrained that many people cannot even tell when they are truly hungry. For... 10/19/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor A new study shows a possible correlation between waking times and major cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke. In fact, those who routinely wake up too early may be at a greater risk of dying from a sudden cardiovascular event than those who get the proper amount of sleep. Sleeping too much may also increase cardiovascular risks. So it's important to get the right amount of sleep.... 10/18/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Jack Wolfson DO, FACC Silicon is atomic number 14 on the periodic table. It is a metallic-like substance and is the second most abundant element on earth after oxygen. Are you getting enough of it, though? You should, because it plays an active role in the prevention of atherosclerosis (hardening and narrowing of the arteries), insomnia, cholesterol , dementia and more...Health Benefits of Silicon A 12-week study was conducted... 10/17/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Dr Andreas Movement Therapy and Muscle Rehab Exercise is most certainly essential for your body, but it’s also great for your face. Facial exercises can improve skin tone and elasticity, reduce visible lines, help enhance your smile and increase blood flow to improve muscle tone that can help you look younger and healthier. A study published in JAMA Dermatology found that just a few months of facial exercises can make people look 3 years younger,... 10/16/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Lead poisoning is no joke. The water crisis in Flint, Michigan might seem far removed for most of us, but what happened there could happen in any number of other places. And if you live in a home that was fitted with certain types of plumbing materials, you could be at an even higher risk.Lead poisoning can cause serious health problems in all people, but it can be especially dangerous to children.... 10/15/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Jenn Ryan A recent report published by the World Cancer Research Fund found that even a small drink every day increases your breast cancer risk.This comes as some discouraging news for women who enjoy a beer, a glass of wine, or the occasional shot of hard liquor. Although alcohol has long been associated with an increased risk for certain types of cancers, this new evidence shows just how much alcohol affects... 10/2/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Although there are many approaches toward battling depression, there is no question that a healthy diet should be part of an overall depression-fighting treatment plan.The nutrients in food support wellness, growth and the body's ability to repair itself. Deficiency in fat, protein, carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins can cause our bodies to not work at full capacity and can also adversely affect... 9/27/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Monica Ortiz Communication is beautiful when we are expressing ourselves, being understood, comforting someone, and being comforted. We all know that it takes more than one person to communicate, but I have observed that instead of really listening to the person who is speaking to us, sometimes we can be solely focused on being heard. This can cause misunderstandings, hurt feelings, and mistrust.While it is important... 8/18/2024 4:00:00 AM
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