Cold 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 reading→Diabetes: 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 reading→Prep, 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 reading→Celebrating 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 […]
Continue reading→[Podcast] How To Pick the Appropriate Therapist for Your Child
Children have ongoing changes based on their age and development. Here are some things to consider when reaching out for your child regarding mental health services. What you’ll learn: Who are mental health providers and what do they do. Who’s trained and what skills do they provide. How much training is required for certain providers. […]
Continue reading→Why Your Cholesterol Levels Matter
You may have heard that heart disease is the number one killer in the United States, causing about one out of every four deaths. But what exactly is “heart disease”? While it can refer to several different types of heart ailments, the most common type is coronary artery disease (CHD), which can lead to a […]
Continue reading→Foot pain? Create better support
Foot pain? How to create better support, so you can feel great from head to toe. Foot pain is common, with a wide range of contributing factors, including uncomfortable shoes, standing for long periods of time, sports injuries, and chronic conditions, such as arthritis. Some foot pain can be fixed instantly, while others take time […]
Continue reading→Immunization Awareness Month
Vaccines. Everywhere you look – in the news, on social media – there’s been talk about them, particularly as they pertain to the COVID-19 vaccine. But there are plenty of other vaccines that deserve some limelight as they have helped eradicate diseases that used to be common in this country and around the globe. Thanks […]
Continue reading→How did you sleep last night?
Most of us learn about healthy diet and exercise, but sleep is rarely discussed. Many problems with sleep can be dealt with through simple changes in routine or sleep environment. Do you always have a good night’s sleep? Do you know how it feels to be well rested, awake and alert? Raising a family, working […]
Continue reading→Podiatry Quiz
Your feet are an early warning system for the rest of your body. Many conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, and nerve and circulatory problems may first show signs in your feet.
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