When I visited home during my senior year of college, I stood with my mother in my father’s master bathroom and slathered his face in shaving cream. As he sat motionless in his wheelchair, I gently held his arms in… read more
Health
How to Properly Clean and Organize Your Fridge
We’ve all been there: strawberries spotted with mold on the back refrigerator shelf, a mason jar full of some concoction you haven’t touched in months. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to efficiently clean out your refrigerator, so the next… read more
Should Non- Smokers Be Screened for Lung Cancer?
Lung and bronchus cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., accounting for more deaths than breast, prostate and colorectal cancers combined. While most people associate lung cancer with smoking, this assumption can be dangerously misleading. As… read more
Understanding Your Blood Sugar Numbers
November is Diabetes Awareness Month and the perfect opportunity to get educated about your personal diabetes risk. One important piece of the puzzle is knowing your blood sugar numbers. How is Blood Sugar Tested? There are many ways to test… read more
Can Foods That Are High in Zinc Keep You Healthy?
You’ve probably heard the adage “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But, what if you could eat more than just an apple to stay healthy? What about foods that are high in zinc? In fact, several foods that… read more
How Improper Lighting Effects Our Sleep
In our modern world, lighting does more than just illuminate our spaces — it profoundly influences our mood, sleep quality and overall well-being. The bedroom, our sanctuary for rest, is especially susceptible to the effects of lighting. Understanding how different… read more
The “Skinny” on Fad Diets
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 42.5% of American adults fit the criteria for obesity, or a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or greater. When including the population that is either overweight (BMI of 25.0-29.9) or… read more
Why Should You Try Food Journaling?
I started food journaling this last year. I was on one of those New Year health kicks and wanted to start dieting and keeping track of my calories. A friend of mine introduced me to an app called MyPlate. It’s… read more
Use Oats to Transform Your Skin
Taking care of your skin does not have to be hard, expensive or even time-consuming! In fact, there are plenty of foods that you probably already have in your pantry that could transform your skincare routine basically for free. How… read more
5 Cat Breeds to Keep Your Allergies At Bay!
Cat hair doesn’t trigger allergies like most people think, according to Purina. An allergen in cat saliva is spread to their hairs which sheds onto its surroundings. Here are the top cats that’ll keep your allergies at bay. DEVON REX… read more
