Blue Zones are one of the up-and-coming topics that a lot of people are talking about. But what are they? Blue Zones are “non-scientific” geographic areas with lower rates of chronic diseases and a longer life expectancy. The term was first used by the author Dan Buettner, who was studying regions of the world that […]
Staying Active During Thanksgiving
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 […]