How to Safely Celebrate the Holidays in the Middle of a Pandemic
December 22, 2020The holidays are just around the corner, but it should not be an excuse to stop taking the global health crisis seriously. While it is a tradition for many to spend the holidays visiting relatives and friends from different households, those plans would have to be on hold this year. But that doesn’t necessarily mean […]
5 New Year’s Checklist Ideas to Welcome Great Health in 2021
December 5, 2020The year of 2020 will certainly be remembered as a year of great change. With a global health crisis hitting the country relatively hard, it’s been a difficult year, especially for healthcare professionals, skeletal workforces, and working professionals forced into remote work. But as the new year of 2021 approaches, we as a society have […]
How to Check Yourself For Breast Cancer
November 20, 2020Breast cancer is one of the many common forms of cancer that affect women. Statistics show that 1 in 8 women in the US will develop cancer in her lifetime. While you should have a checkup for proper diagnosis, there are steps that you can take to check yourself. Here are the steps and physical […]
How to Stop Yourself from Stress Eating
November 10, 2020There are many coping mechanisms that people adapt to alleviate stress in this current situation. One common unhealthy habit is stress eating or emotional eating, where people turn to food when they find themselves in unmanageable situations. This habit may interrupt weight loss goals or weaken the immune system due to eating an excess of […]
Self-affirmation is more than simply looking at a mirror and giving yourself compliments. It is harnessing the power of positivity by reassuring yourself of the qualities you have and motivating yourself to do better. Contrary to its simplicity, it is often hard for people to believe in themselves and easier to cheer others on. But […]
5 Ways to Help Ease Stress When Working from Home
October 5, 2020With the current situation affecting people across the country, many of us have begun living in a remote setup for work. There are certainly perks from being able to still work in the comfort of your own home, but there are a new set of challenges that come along with it. Don’t let the stress […]
Cholesterol: Is it Good or Bad?
September 27, 2020Cholesterol has been negatively associated with heart disease and strokes. To fully understand why it is often told to be avoided, first understand what it is and how it affects our body. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a substance created by the body to make hormones and aids in food digestion. It is waxy and […]
5 Ways to Stay Physically Fit at a Time of Physical Distancing
September 7, 2020Staying at home doesn’t necessarily mean you stop staying active. There are plenty of ways to stay physically fit remotely and safely amidst the pandemic. 5 Ways to Stay Active During these Trying Times Do Household Chores Like a Pro Doing chores has dual benefits. The first would be that it keeps your house and […]
5 Unbeatable Tips for Aging Gracefully
August 16, 2020Healthy Aging Month is a celebration of the milestones of a life well-lived. Getting older does not have to be a negative perception. Age doesn’t necessarily reflect where you should be in life. It does, however, mean that self-care should be practiced in order to live the rest of your life in good spirits. Here […]
25 Online Resources to Help You Survive the “New Normal”
August 1, 2020If stress, fear, sadness, and anxiety have become the dominant emotions in your life — you are not the only one. The COVID-19 pandemic, the peaceful-turned-violent protests, and everything in between is affecting our mental health, sleep patterns, social skills, and several other aspects in our lives. Right now, almost everyone needs help. If you’re […]
