Category archives: Healthy Tips

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized environment. It is used to accelerate healing, improve oxygen delivery to tissues, and treat various medical conditions. Originally developed to treat decompression sickness in divers, HBOT has since been recognized for its wide-ranging therapeutic…

By Jill Garaffa, Professional Certified Coach, Seeds Of Change Coaching "Procrastination is the thief of time." – Charles Dickens If procrastination were an Olympic sport, I’d have enough gold medals to rival Simone Biles or Michael Phelps. For years, I mastered the art of postponing tasks—delaying them until tomorrow, next…

by Jill Garaffa MS OTR L PCC “If you do not separate yourself from your distractions, then your distractions will separate you from your dreams.” — Anonymous As a professional certified coach, nearly every coaching conversation I have with clients involves discussions about gaining clarity on personal goals, taking action…

(BPT) – The 2024 U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory shed light on the immense amount of stress parents are under. Part of this is due to the pressure that comes with raising children, working and wanting to be a high performer in every aspect of life. With the new year in…

(BPT) – By Satya Jonnalagadda, PhD, MBA, RDN With obesity rates tripling over the past 60 years, anti-obesity medications have become a game-changing tool in a persistent public health crisis. But they are just that: a tool, not a standalone solution. The excitement over GLP-1 medications has led to some…

(BPT) – Chilly temperatures and winter weather aren't the only burden that comes with this time of year — it's also the peak of cold and flu season. Cold and flu germs can lurk on hundreds of common surfaces we encounter daily, and according to the CDC, the flu virus…

By Living Well Counseling Center The holiday season is often seen as a time of joy and togetherness, but it can also bring a great deal of stress. Between holiday shopping, family gatherings, travel plans, and the pressure to make everything perfect, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, with a…

(BPT) – While some people are pulling out their favorite family recipes this holiday season, millions of others are wondering where they will get their next meal. More than 44 million people, including 1 in 5 children, experience food insecurity each year, according to the USDA's annual Household Food Insecurity…

By Philippa Bebbington of Phil Knows Food Did you know that while your brain only makes up about 2% of your body weight, it demands a hefty 20% of your daily energy intake? That’s a lot of fuel for one organ! Because of this, nourishing your brain with the right…

(BPT) – Everyone loves autumn — the incredible fall colors, the nip in the air, pumpkins popping up on doorsteps. It's also the time people should be prepping their homes for the long winter's nap and observing some important safety measures along the way. October is Fire Prevention Month, and…

(BPT) – Welcoming a baby to the family can be an exciting time, but it also impacts the existing family dynamic and lifestyle. First-time siblings may be overwhelmed and confused by these sudden changes that come with a new baby. However, parents can help soon-to-be siblings get ready for the…

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. While it can be a frightening topic to think about, understanding the risk factors and knowing when to get screened are crucial steps for early detection and treatment. The good news is that breast cancer, when caught early,…