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by Wellness Editor How are size and gender affecting our longevity? Our body size can affect more than how we feel about ourselves. It might even govern how long we’ll live. Height, weight and gender can each impact lifespan in different ways. A 20-year study has shown women who are short and overweight and men who exercise for less than a half hour each day are less likely to live into their 90s. In a strange twist,... 10/20/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Pharmaceutical companies have been scrambling to find a weapon against COVID-19 because it's just plain terrifying. Recent reports on long-term immunity to COVID-19 have been discouraging, with studies showing antibody levels usually declining within months of the infection clearing and most recently some reinfections happening. But there’s no need to give up all hope yet; the news might not be as... 10/20/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor What started out as a few isolated events has now made its way into all but eight US states. According to the CDC, as of August 20, 2020, 964 children have suffered bizarre multisystem inflammatory responses after recovering from COVID-19. Eleven of them have died. This condition may be rare, but its effects can be severe. Here’s what parents and guardians need to know.MIS-C in Post-Covid Kids is Incredibly... 10/20/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Bob Grant If you asked 100 men what they look for in a woman, you may get 109 different answers. Some men like brunettes. Some like gracious women. Some like bold women. And we tend to think that all men prefer conventionally beautiful women. Yet if you ask a man who's currently in a relationship what's important in a mate, an important trend emerges.It turns out that being in a relationship with a woman who's... 10/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Whether you're brand new to working out or you're a seasoned athlete, we can all benefit from stretching. Adding just 5-10 minutes of it to a daily routine can do incredible things for the body. Let’s take a look at 10 potential benefits. The Top 10 Benefits of Stretching Stretching should play a key role in every workout program. Here are the top 10 reasons that we all should take the time to stretch:... 10/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Many of us get stomach aches from time to time. And in general, having a stomach ache could come from eating too much or eating the wrong foods, but it could also be something more serious like cancer or an obstruction. So how do you know, and when should you be worried?When is Abdominal Pain Serious?All abdominal pain is not created equal. It’s important to know which types of stomach pains are worrisome.... 10/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Jackson Bentley For those unaware, mindfulness and meditation encompass a collection of activities that are designed to help you collect your thoughts, slow down your thinking, generate awareness of your body, and hopefully enhance the speed of your recovery. No matter what portion of the journey you are on, mindfulness and meditation can significantly impact your recovery in a positive way.WHAT IS MINDFULNESS?Mindfulness... 10/9/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Based on infection and mortality numbers, many people are (rightfully) concerned about contracting COVID-19 and living through the experience. But a growing number of survivors are proving there may be more to worry about than just survival as they are now facing long-term challenges. A condition called post-viral syndrome has many health professionals concerned. Here's what that looks like.What is... 10/7/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Difficult times can call for desperate measures—and the pandemic is definitely a difficult time, so coping with the pandemic can call for desperate measures. Sometimes it feels like we’ve all slipped through the looking-glass, and while some of us are handling these challenges well, others are struggling—and who is which might switch at any time.All that’s missing is the Mad Hatter offering a spot... 10/5/2020 7:00:00 AM
by Sharon Pope According to the Associated Press and the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 22% of men admit to cheating on their significant other, while 14% of women admit to infidelity. And according to a 2013 study referenced in the Huffington Post, women had more affairs in the past two decades than in previous years. Clearly, cheating on our partners is increasing and it’s becoming easier to do through... 10/2/2020 7:00:00 AM
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