Thanksgiving is the #1 holiday that Americans consume the most calories. Not only does it kick off the holiday binge, but it also brings excess stress that can lead to depression. How can we maintain our mental and physical health this holiday season? Exercise! Exercise boosts our energy levels and can reduce the stress and […]
Movember
November is Movember! A global awareness campaign where men grow their facial hair out to raise awareness of men’s health issues, like testicular and prostate cancer – as well as mental health concerns such as stress, depression, and men’s suicide. Men’s health is in crisis; regular doctor check-ups and cancer screenings are more likely to […]
Improving Your Sleep Hygiene
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the average adult needs 7-9 hours of sleep each night for overall health and well-being. Unfortunately, more than 1/3 of adults do not get that. Inadequate sleep can negatively affect your judgment, mood, memory, and ability to learn new things. It can lead to low levels of […]