HOLIDAY HEALTH AND WELLNESS TIPS
The holiday season is in full swing! That means lots of parties, people, and great food to eat. How do we maintain balance to keep healthy and lower our stress during this busy season?
HOW DOES VOTING IMPACT MY HEALTH?
It’s not new knowledge that the government is responsible for procedures regarding both population and individual health laws and policies. Not only does your vote matter, but it can greatly impact how issues revolving around your health are dealt with depending on which candidates are elected and what priorities they hold within their agendas.
YOUR HEALTH ROUTINE CHECK-IN
If you are like the rest of us, you probably have a schedule teeming to the brim with work, friends, personal time, exercise, family, and tons of other hobbies. On top of your full schedule, you most likely have self-directed goals (exercise, eat healthy, read, etc.). With a full schedule and expectations of achieving your goals, you may also find yourself using routines to stay on top of things throughout the week. For example, you may be someone who works 9-5 Monday to Friday and is too busy after work to go to the store and fully prepare dinner. In addition, let's say you have a goal of eating cleaner and minimizing processed foods. Going to the store on Sunday and getting food to prepare for the week is a routine directed at eating cleaner amongst a busy schedule.
THE BEST WAYS TO PREVENT GETTING SICK DURING COLD & FLU SEASON
It's that time of year again…school’s officially in session! And that means cold and flu season is officially underway. At my pediatric practice, we set our watches to the ‘respiratory season” once school is in full swing. So how can you prevent getting sick during “sick season”? Here are a few simple tips to feel your best this fall and winter and (bonus!) protect those around you.
SAFETY TIPS FOR SUMMER WORKOUTS
It’s hot outside! Summer months bring humidity as well as heat. Unfortunately, we are likely to see more heat and humidity in the future. So how can you exercise outdoors in these conditions? Let’s look at some safety tips for summer workouts.
UNDERSTANDING SLEEP NEEDS: A LIFELONG JOURNEY
Sleep plays a vital role in our overall well-being, and as we progress through different stages of life, our sleep needs and patterns undergo significant changes. In this blog, we will explore the various stages of life and how sleep is affected during each phase. Additionally, we will discuss common sleep issues that individuals may encounter and provide practical strategies to address them.
GETTING HIGHER PROTEIN MEALS & SNACKS
Like a broken record, here I am. Eat your protein! Eat it. It's good for your muscles. Now I understand that protein is expensive and can be hard to come by, especially when we travel or just suck at prepping our meals or snacks. Lucky for you, I have some recipes/hacks that are pretty tasty.
2023 SLEEP HABITS
Part of creating a tangible goal to kickstart your year should be creating something simple and attainable. And with that being said, almost every adult could use more of this one thing to improve their health: sleep. More of it and/or better quality. With better sleep comes better recovery, better satiety signals, better energy to crush your workouts, and so on.