If you wake up and can’t seem to function before you’ve had a cup of coffee, you’re not alone. Millions of people consume caffeine every day to increase energy, minimize fatigue and improve concentration. For some, it feels like an absolute necessity, while for others it’s more of a habit than anything else. However, consuming… Read more »
Did you know more than 30 million Americans have thyroid disorders, yet more than half remain undiagnosed and untreated? Surprising to many, thyroid disease is more common than diabetes and heart disease. Thyroid disease is even more common than breast cancer. In fact, more Americans suffer from thyroid disease than all types of cancers combined. … Read more »
There are lot of myths when it comes to summer health and many of them have been around for years. We’re going to debunk some of them and confirm others with our true or false summer quiz. Test your knowledge and see how well you do! True or False – There’s no such thing as… Read more »
Just because it’s hazy, hot and humid out there, doesn’t mean you need to skip your workout. You just need to be smart about your summer fitness routine. Risk of dehydration is higher than in cooler months. During the cooler months, when you exercise, your body is warmer than the environment, but when it’s blazing… Read more »
What you eat can have a huge impact on your health and your breath. All foods can impact your breath. When we eat, food debris can stick to our teeth and tongue, encouraging bacteria growth in our mouth. When bacteria feed on food, especially carbohydrates, they produce acids that give off an odor. On top of… Read more »
Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland that sits at the base of your neck and helps regulate your metabolism, temperature, heartbeat, and more. An underactive thyroid—when the gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormone (TH)—can bring on weight gain, sluggishness, depression, and increased sensitivity to cold. An overactive thyroid, on the other hand, happens… Read more »
Winter means dry cracked feet for many people. If you’re managing diabetes, you are at an increased risk of developing issues with your feet. Diabetes increases your risk of dry skin, calluses, corns, bunions, blisters and ulcers. And while these issues aren’t a big problem for the general population, your high blood sugar means they can become… Read more »
Unfortunately, about 42% of the US population is vitamin D deficient. The latest research links vitamin D deficiency to mood swings, depression, lack of energy, chronic skin conditions, and other chronic diseases. You may be deficient if… You don’t get enough sunlight. Time spent with bare skin exposed to the sun used to be enough. However, most… Read more »
The holiday season is in full swing. This year brings different challenges for many of us. Maybe you’re not celebrating with your family. Or perhaps you’re stressed about money due to job uncertainty. But you don’t have to let the typical holiday stress, lack of sleep, and overeating take their toll. You can still find joy this time of year… Read more »
Recently, researchers have been measuring the benefits of giving, and their findings reveal that giving and volunteering help reduce stress and depression. They also promote healthy social connections and a sense of purpose among other health benefits. Some scientists suggest that giving is just as important to maintaining health as exercise and a healthy diet…. Read more »