Article Archives: Health

Commit to Moderating Your Alcohol Consumption This Month

April is Alcohol Awareness Month. This is the perfect time to lower or eliminate your consumption to improve your health and reduce your risk of developing dangerous diseases. Risky substance avoidance is one of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine’s six pillars of good health. Alcohol disrupts your sleep and … Read More

Colorectal Cancer, a Highly Curable Disease If Caught Early

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is dangerous if left unchecked. It is one of the deadliest forms of cancer in the United States. Thankfully, early testing is highly effective in preventing this cancer from developing, so those who catch it early tend to have good outcomes. There are several forms of screening … Read More

This Season Could be Injuring Your Mental Health

We all think of the physical ailments that come with winter: colds, the flu and various other respiratory illnesses. We don’t, however, always give enough attention to the mental illnesses that arrive with winter, such as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD isn’t always taken seriously since it’s easily confused with … Read More

10 Exercise and Nutrition Tips for the New Year

Every year there is a chance to reset old practices and do something better this time around. For many of us, health is the primary focus of New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately, so many influencers recommend immediate, dramatic changes even though simple, moderate changes to health practices are a much better … Read More

Connect with Your Community this Season

The winter holiday season can be a joyous time for many, with so many holiday feasts and family and friend gatherings. If the weather is right, kids can play in the snow and adults can enjoy the warmth of a cozy coffee or hot chocolate and an even cozier hot … Read More