The New Year is often a time for resolutions and start-overs for many of us as we see the turning of the calendar as a perfect time to get our stuff in order. And while we may have the best intentions on December 31, we also may find our resolutions waning just weeks after setting […]
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The Holidays, Stress and Your Health
The holiday season is here and while some may fa-la-la-la-la in holiday cheer, many of us experience a higher level of stress during this time. This increased stress may come from excessive commitments, increased eating and spending time with family (or even the notion of doing so). Whatever the cause, it’s important to know that […]
Continue readingCold or Flu: What Medications Should I Use?
With so many variables in life keeping us on our toes, one thing always remains a constant: cold and flu season. Every year when sickness falls upon us, we find ourselves trying to differentiate between which one we might have. There are some key symptoms to each, and they can vary when it comes to […]
Continue readingDiabetes: What You Should Know
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Most of what you eat is turned into sugar which is released into your bloodstream. As your blood sugar levels go up, your pancreas releases insulin to signal your body’s cells to use that blood sugar for energy. People with diabetes […]
Continue readingPrep, prep, hooray!
Take some time today to plan what you are going to eat tomorrow. Dice up some veggies, wash and separate your fruit, cook up some chicken, order some freezer containers, or make a grocery list today. We know your time is important to you Meal prepping is a trend that’s been making its way around […]
Continue readingCelebrating Women’s Health
Did you know that two out of every three caregivers in the United States are women? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), women who are caregivers are at greater risk of poor physical and mental health. Toss a pandemic into the mix, and the stress level rises, making it more critical […]
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