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by Wellness Editor According to the World Health Organization, we should be eating "a minimum of 400g of fruit and vegetables per day." Although this, unfortunately, excludes starchy vegetables like potatoes and sweet potatoes, it is still a great health goal. Since most of us do not weigh our food for every meal, this recommendation can be hard to follow. All Those Fruits and Veggies Seem Hard to SwallowAs a result,... 1/14/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Aaron Barriga Oh, the agony and discomfort of something falling or trapped in your eye! It is one of the most unpleasant feelings and is highly irritating. Usually, your eyelids and lashes serve as a natural barrier. Your natural blink reflex conveniently sweeps away larger things. Thus, if your eye hurts when you blink, this might indicate a tiny yet nasty culprit in your eye.The entire world stops until you can... 1/11/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor New Year’s resolutions are a great idea... in theory. In practice, they’re not usually so great. How many of your New Year’s resolutions have been as life-changing as you’d hoped they’d be? How many did you actually follow through with? Sudden, drastic changes don’t tend to stick very well, making most resolutions a set-up for failure. Instead of making a yearly resolution, why not work toward real,... 1/6/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Francesca Jordan For ten years, I have been exploring the path of Yoga, which has led me on a truly incredible journey of self-exploration. This ancient practice has been a companion and a catalyst for personal growth helping me embrace who I am, find mental clarity and maintain physical wellness. I consider my yoga journey to be a gift that I believe should be embraced and cherished by everyone.Reflecting upon the... 1/2/2024 5:00:00 AM
by WM Chandler Sitting is the new culturally accepted bad habit. Americans spend a majority of their hours awake sitting in a chair, and it is becoming more apparent over time how bad this is for our health. Make it your goal to stay active while getting office work done, it will help your body stay healthy.Walk BreakGet up from your desk as often as your workplace allows (preferably once an hour), and do a lap around... 12/29/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Dr Farhan Malik In the dynamic landscape of health, young adulthood is often perceived as a period of vigor and vitality. However, beneath the surface, a silent epidemic is stealthily affecting a significant portion of this demographic — chronic diseases. Contrary to popular belief, chronic conditions aren't exclusive to the elderly; they are increasingly prevalent among young adults, reshaping the landscape of public... 12/22/2023 9:46:37 AM
by Kyle Richey Do you sometimes feel that your appetite is a bit out of control? That you can’t keep yourself from eating those comfort foods? Giving in to your cravings once every now and then is fine, but you need to realize that overdoing it coupled with a lack of exercise can lead to weight gain. If you think your appetite has spun out of control and that you can’t keep yourself from comfort foods, read on for... 12/21/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Dr. Nimesh Patel Thanks to braces, achieving your dream smile is within reach! But beyond your orthodontist's help, your commitment to following instructions for oral hygiene plays a crucial role in successful braces treatment.Food particles tend to get trapped in braces, leading to plaque and tartar buildup. This can stain teeth and harm enamel. Thus, maintaining proper teeth cleaning with braces is essential for... 12/19/2023 5:18:24 AM
by Gary Roe Can Grief Make You Sick?The death or departure of someone we love can be traumatic. Loss hurts, and the resulting grief can be challenging.When we lose someone, we immediately feel the emotional impact. Shock, sadness, anger, anxiety, depression, and other emotions surface and can hijack us at a moment's notice. The ensuing emotional roller coaster can be unnerving and even frightening.What often gets... 12/18/2023 5:00:00 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
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