Eating Healthy at Work
If you work in a busy office setting, you might be familiar with this situation: every week (sometimes daily), there is food being dropped off in the break room as a gift or a “thank you” from vendors, coworkers or management. It might be someone’s birthday and there’s leftover cake….
What’s Your Skin Type?
You’ve heard the buzz about normal, oily, dry, combination, or sensitive skin types. But which one do you have? It can change over time. For example, younger people are more likely than older folks to have a normal skin type. What’s the difference? Your type depends on things such as:…
Mental Health Resources Available in Spanish
Mental Health America is thrilled to have valuable resources to enhance mental health support for Spanish-speaking communities: Culture, Community, and Connection: 2023 BIPOC Mental Health Toolkit – The BIPOC Mental Health Month campaign and toolkit were designed to provide culturally responsive mental health information to highlight three core pillars of…
Fur-tastic fabric care: Top 5 do’s and don’ts for pet-friendly homes
(BPT) – Being a pet parent is a joy and privilege. Every day, you have a friendly, four-legged companion who’s just as happy to join you on walks and hikes as they are to relax with you on the couch. However, having a pet also comes with some unique challenges,…
3 Must-Know Child Safety Tips for Peace of Mind at Home or On the Go
(BPT) – As a parent, you want your child to be happy, healthy and safe. As little ones begin to explore the world around them, parents face more challenges and safety becomes top of mind. Fortunately, a few simple steps can significantly reduce the chance of injury and accidents whether…
5 tips for keeping your family healthy and connected this fall
(BPT) – With fall back in full swing, everyone’s schedules are busier than ever. Between school, work, after-school activities, errands and more, it’s all too easy for quality time like family meals to take a back seat.This autumn, make a point to commit to making family meals a regular part…
Seniors: When you exercise your body, you can boost brain health, too
(BPT) – Physical fitness is important as you age, improving strength, flexibility and balance. Research shows that your morning stretch, daily walk or weekly fitness class is doing more than just helping your body feel its best; it’s supporting your brain health, too.Staying physically active can help older adults maintain…
Three Reasons to Add Deep Breathing to Your Daily Routine
You might think breathing is second nature, right? You’re doing it right now as you are reading this. But did you know that there are different kinds of breathing and that what is called deep breathing can have important health benefits? Read on to learn just three of the most…
The Connection Between Oral Health and Overall Wellbeing
We know brushing and flossing help prevent painful cavities and costly dental work. But did you realize that good oral hygiene also impacts your whole body’s health? You might be surprised that the benefits of maintaining good dental health extend beyond your mouth.In fact, oral health—the health of your teeth…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Is Your Desk Job To Blame? By Alliance Orthopedics
Every year, countless professionals report symptoms such as tingling, numbness, and weakness in their hands. These symptoms can often be attributed to carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), a condition that’s becoming increasingly prevalent in our technology-driven world. But is your desk job really the culprit behind those nagging hand symptoms? Alliance…
Gut Health by Phil Knows Food
It’s 5:00 Somewhere! Studies show that alcohol increases bad gut bacteria which leads to mood imbalances, weight gain, increased fatigue, food allergies and intolerances and even skin issues. The good news is that research shows that just 3 weeks of abstinence from alcohol can health facilitate a recovery of the…
5 tips for keeping your family healthy and connected this fall
(BPT) – With fall back in full swing, everyone’s schedules are busier than ever. Between school, work, after-school activities, errands and more, it’s all too easy for quality time like family meals to take a back seat.This autumn, make a point to commit to making family meals a regular part…
