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by Wellness Editor How do you feel when you wake up in the morning? If you are like most people, probably groggy and ready to climb right back into bed. Don’t hit the snooze button just yet. There are a few simple tricks to feeling refreshed and ready to tackle your day.Taking Advantage of the Power HourGo to bed an hour earlier and give yourself an hour each day to wake up before you leave the house. That may sound... 3/28/2025 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 Brigitte Cutshall Do you feel guilty because you aren’t sticking to a healthy lifestyle? Maybe you don't feel guilty but it just nags at you. Have you made plans to change that? How do you go about making a permanent change? There is a lot of information out there (some of it conflicting) about being “healthy.” People choose to ignore and tune it out because that info overload can be overwhelming. Don't ignore this... 12/16/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Dayton Uttinger Some of the conditions that affect women disproportionately are obvious. Women have more breast tissue than men, pregnancy is dangerous in and of itself, and they typically live longer than men, spending their remaining years vulnerable to disease. However, women also need to be mindful of their significant risk when it comes to an organ system that we all have: the digestive tract. Women are surprisingly... 7/23/2023 4:00:00 AM
by Lynda Arbon Moms and dads everywhere always seem to be reminding their children, no matter the age, to look after their teeth. And of course, once again, they are right. Taking care of your teeth can allow you to feel proud and want to show-off those pearly whites to everyone in sight, and not only that, it can also help you improve your overall health and, of course, your personal hygiene. It is, therefore, important... 7/17/2023 4:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher INTRODUCTIONFortunately, there are many resources on the Internet for parents/guardians who want to keep their children safe. You need to familiarize yourself with as many of these resources as possible.Also, connect with organizations and law enforcement agencies addressing Internet safety issues. Having said that, it’s up to you to prepare young people for the many potential dangers lurking on Cyberspace.This... 11/15/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Cholesterol is a necessary component to good health. Your body uses it during digestion, hormone production, and proper cell function. Because high cholesterol levels in the blood can lead to cardiovascular disease and stroke, dietary cholesterol has long held a bad reputation.While current government dietary guidelines still recommend eating a diet low in cholesterol, newer research suggests dietary... 8/24/2023 4:00:00 AM
by Margaret Rutherford You get divorced and people ask for a few weeks how you're doing. Your dad suddenly died and, within the month, you've received several notes from people who knew him and loved him. Your oldest child was diagnosed with autism and people who've walked that path offer guidance.You are grieving, and it will take time to heal.You don't want people to feel sorry for you. You don't expect constant attention.... 8/4/2023 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Scientists at Harvard University claim they have identified the mechanism that allows the three-banded panther worm to regenerate any body part within a matter of days. The gene, referred to as the early growth response or EGR, activates a complex system of genetic code that makes regeneration possible. Humans also possess this gene, which leaves scientists hopeful that humans will one day be able... 10/23/2024 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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