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According to the World Health Organization, more than 264 million people of all ages suffer from depression. This number has drastically increased since the pandemic hit, and people can’t help but wonder how the lockdowns have affected those numbers. What has social distancing, quarantines, disturbing social media/news, and perhaps extended periods spent indoors done to…

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Whether you struggle to keep yourself mentally healthy or you know someone who does, this is a good month to ask yourself and others: “How are you doing mentally?” Here are some things you can do this month to nourish your mental health. Practice Gratitude According to multiple studies…

The leading cause of global deaths is heart disease, accounting for a third of all deaths in the USA. The disease may manifest itself in various ways, each with its own set of symptoms and treatment options. For some people, making lifestyle changes and taking medication may help deal with these diseases. However, other types…

Stress affects all people, regardless of age. In truth, it’s in the physiology of the human body to experience stress and respond to it. This happens whenever you are confronted with new or difficult situations that affect your physical or mental functioning. The body’s stress response mechanism plays a crucial role in reacting to changes…

In the South, late summer/early fall is one of the most beautiful times of year to spend time outdoors! As temps begin to drop, outdoor activities such as camping, stargazing, and hiking become more popular. But, with that extra time outdoors, you also run the risk of coming into contact with things like poison ivy,…

How many times do you check your phone each day? How much time do you spend on your phone within a 24-hour period? An overwhelming amount of research indicates we are becoming addicted to our phones. In fact, studies have shown that excessive cell phone usage is leading to many physical and mental health problems,…

“Dress warmly, or you’ll catch a cold!” It’s a common admonishment you may have heard many times over the course of your childhood. But does dressing warmly really prevent you from catching a cold? Ask any doctor or scientist, and they will give you a firm NO. The common cold is a viral infection that…

If you’re planning a lengthy business trip or vacation, it’s crucial to keep your health in mind. Travel creates additional risks because it often involves stress, inadequate sleep, different eating habits, and exposure to more germs than usual. These tips can help prevent illness while you’re away from home: Packing It’s easy to overlook critical…

Our gut is an incredibly complex facet of our digestive system, as well as the largest endocrine organ in the entire body. Research is continually proving that strong gut health not only correlates to a healthy body, but also to a healthy mind. In fact, an NIH-funded study recently linked a less-diverse gut microbiome to…

As the nights grow ever longer in the winter months, millions of people around the world may find themselves suffering from depression or seasonal affective disorder. These seasonal changes may manifest in lowered mood, a decrease in energy, lowered self-esteem, and other depressive symptoms that can interfere with daily functioning. Science tells us that depression…