February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States; however, it is largely preventable. The first step toward heart health is understanding your risk of heart disease. Here are the ABCs of heart disease: Lower your chance of developing heart disease by decreasing the risk factors that […]
Stay Healthy This Holiday Season
Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and all the ugly sweater parties you’re likely invited to this year can be tons of fun but can also derail a healthy lifestyle. Did you know that half of annual weight gain in the US occurs during the holidays? We wish the holidays could be here all year round, but maybe […]
Stress relieving tips to boost endorphins
Endorphins: the “feel good” hormones or better known as the “runner’s hormones.” They are naturally occurring hormones produced by the nervous system to help the body manage pain and experience pleasure. Here are some stress-relieving tips to boost endorphins: Exercise: The mental health benefits from exercise are just as impressive as the physical benefits, all […]