It’s almost time for fall, and that means back to school and back to work, without all of the vacations. With the hustle and bustle of fall around the corner, try these five helpful tips to keep your busy schedule manageable. Create a schedule—and stick to it! If...
Staying healthy and active is great throughout the fall season, especially before winter weather forces you to stay inside. If you enjoy being active, and often run or jog outside, it's important to be mindful of your safety, especially if you run alone. So, before...
What are anti-aging creams, and how do they work? Anti-aging—or anti-wrinkle—creams are intended to reduce wrinkles and slow the skin’s aging process. These creams moisturize your skin to maintain its elasticity and prevent it from cracking. The result is fewer...
The numbers and facts surrounding the opioid epidemic in our country are staggering. Much of the data suggest that young people are more susceptible to opioid misuse than ever. More than two-thirds of people in drug treatment for opioids reported their first use of...
Clogged ears are a nuisance that many people experience. Clogged ears are what happens when something blocks the ear canal and makes it difficult for you to hear. Sometimes, your ears unclog themselves in a few days. If you want to know why your ears get clogged and...
There is no shortage of good information on self-care in the world. But how can you weed through all the information and find something you can actually stick to? The Holistic Living Challenge helps cancer patients and their families learn information and strategies...
We all experience ups and downs. We have periods when everything around us is going great, and we also experience times when everything seems to be crashing down at once. When we are faced with negative feelings about situations we deem too out of...
What do you know about cholesterol? Here are the most common myths and facts about cholesterol, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Myth: You don’t need a cholesterol check until middle age. Fact: The AHA recommends that adults 20 and older have their...
The bad news is high cholesterol can have a negative effect and put you at risk when it comes to your cardiovascular health. The good news is high cholesterol can be lowered, which reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke. The key is knowing your numbers and...
You probably know that having high cholesterol is a bad thing healthwise, but do you know what cholesterol is and what it does? Many people do not. Cholesterol itself isn’t a bad thing; it is essential for our bodies to function. Cholesterol is a waxy substance that...