A great night’s sleep doesn’t begin when your head hits the pillow — it starts when you get up in the morning. There are actually steps you can take throughout the day to improve sleep and wake up rested. Rise… read more
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Cracking the Case on Knuckle Cracking
Whether it is to alleviate boredom, stress , stiffness, restlessness or simply due to habit, knuckle cracking seems to satisfy many. A study in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine reported that the behavior is often habitual… read more
Rare Disease Day: What It’s About and How to Help
Celebrated on Feb. 29, the rarest day of the year (when possible) the event was founded by EURORDIS to raise awareness about rare diseases, the people who live with them, the professionals who treat them and the caretakers who support… read more
Heart Health Month: Tips to Maintain a Healthy Heart!
February is Heart Health Month! Now is the time to focus on cardiovascular health, according to the CDC. Eating a healthy diet is an important step towards minimizing the risk of heart disease. The American Heart Association (AHA) offers a… read more
How to Keep Your Heart Healthy
Without a heart, blood wouldn’t be pumped throughout the body. The blood wouldn’t provide the essential nutrients and oxygen needed to function. Waste would build up in our bodies. The state of our hearts is part of living a healthy… read more
Dealing with Diagnosis: How to Cope
An unexpected physical diagnosis can cause undue stress on an individual, their families and friends. While it may seem natural to focus on physical health, the mental health of that person cannot be understated. It can cause major anxiety and… read more
4 Health and Wellness Trends For 2024
At the start of each new year, many people take a renewed interest in their health and vow to start on a healthier path. This year’s health and wellness trends show a continued interest in mental health, tracking biometrics and… read more
From A to Zzzz… The Pros and Cons of Melatonin
In today's fast-paced world, many are turning to melatonin as a natural sleep aid to combat the effects of stress, irregular sleep patterns and the constant glow of screens. It is often referred to as the "sleep hormone," and is… read more
How Your Nails Can Indicate Health Issues
Whether you prefer nails that are long and painted or clean and trimmed, they can be visual tellers of your health. When there is a change, your nails can indicate health issues such as iron deficiencies, fungal infections or heart… read more
How to Pick a Mattress
One of the most common foundations of optimal health is a good night’s sleep. Sleep heals our body and mind, and a lack of it can be hugely detrimental. But there are many factors that go into great sleep, not… read more
