Winter is here and that means shorter days and longer nights. For many people, the decrease in natural sunlight can lead to a type of depression commonly called seasonal affective disorder or SAD. The lack of sunlight means our brains produce less serotonin and other hormones that regulate mood. We...
A nickname for vitamin D is the "sunshine vitamin." That's because your body uses sunlight to help make vitamin D. Exposing your skin to ultraviolet rays from the sun changes a type of cholesterol in your skin to vitamin D. However, getting enough sunshine can be a problem if you live where...
(BPT) - Adolescence is a critical time in everyone’s development — teens and young adults learn to make decisions, manage emotions, create deeper connections with peers and their communities, and build resilience. Young people’s developing brains are well suited to these tasks, but too often the systems that serve them...
(BPT) - After a holiday season of parties and entertaining, it's time to get back into our wellness routines and take on the new year ahead! It can be easier than you think to make 2024 a year of positive changes. To help you create some healthy balance, Registered Dietitian...
(BPT) - If you are one of the more than 35 million Americans who are estimated to have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you already know how disruptive it can be to your life. While OSA is one of the most common and serious sleep disorders, the condition is widely under-diagnosed,...
How Do I Know If I Have IBS? Struggling with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a difficult and frustrating challenge that many have had to try to overcome in their lives. If you are among those who are struggling with this issue, you know the embarrassment and frustration that can...
Dry eye syndrome, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, is a common condition characterized by a lack of sufficient lubrication and moisture on the surface of the eye. It can result in discomfort, irritation, and potentially more severe complications if left untreated. Amniotic membrane treatment for dry eyes is a relatively...
30 MINUTE SESAME ROASTED SWEET POTATOES Serves: 4 as a side INGREDIENTS 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges 1 tablespoon vegetable oil ½ teaspoon chili powder a pinch of cayenne pepper for spiciness salt and pepper 2 tablespoons roasted sesame oil 2 tablespoons tahini 2 tablespoons sesame seeds...
Diabetes is a serious disease and if you have it, you should be very diligent in monitoring your foot health. Diabetics are prone to poor circulation, weaker immunity, and impaired foot nerve function. Diabetic feet are also more susceptible to the development of sores and non-healing ulcer wounds that can...
Feeling pain or tenderness along the outer side of your elbow? If gripping objects or performing simple daily tasks like brushing your hair has become difficult, you may be dealing with a condition called lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow. Lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, is swelling or tearing of...
Feeling pain or tenderness along the outer side of your elbow? If gripping objects or performing simple daily tasks like brushing your hair has become difficult, you may be dealing with a condition called lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow. Lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, is swelling or tearing of...
If you’re looking for professional-strength skin rejuvenation with no downtime, The Perfect Derma Peel delivers transformative results for aging, acne-prone, or sun-damaged skin. Known and loved for its results and rapid recovery time, this advanced treatment utilizes proven methods like TCA peels in a unique process to reveal your healthiest,...
