I love the idea of being healthy and fit, but sometimes, it feels like there’s sooo much to do to maintain. And maybe you feel the same way (and if you don’t, what’s your secret?). Anyhoo, I found this article on Shine that gives small changes that I (and you, too) can make that...
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If you didn’t know, July is Social Wellness Month. But what the heck does that mean? According to SeekingWholeness.com, it refers to having and getting a socially friendly attitude from people and a respectful attitude from the state; and it indicates external safety. Social wellness means being familiar with, participating in and feeling connected to...
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Summer is here, and that means you need to up your water intake. If not, you could experience dehydration– your system literally drying out. Symptoms of mild to moderate dehydration include: Dry, sticky mouth Thirst Muscle weakness Headache Sleepiness/Tiredness Here are three more reasons you should stay hydrated: You’ll boost your energy. You should...
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As many of you know, my daddy (aka Hamez) had a light heart attack (or so they thought initially; he didn’t) this past weekend. He’s been having issues with his heart for a while, and he also has high blood pressure. And not only is he no spring chicken (he’s 62), he also works in a plant...
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This week (June 14-20) is men’s health week. While this blog is primarily for women, I think it’s an important topic for us because let’s face it, many men don’t make their health a priority. Here are four ways we can help our dads, husbands, boyfriends, cousins, friends, uncles, etc.: Understand a man’s approach...
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I know we all want to be healthy (at least I hope so), but for a lot of us (myself included), it’s easier said than done. Here are six ways you can better your health today: Know your family history. By doing this, you’ll lessen your risk for disease and help your physician pinpoint...
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and according to Mental Health America’s (MHA) website, this year’s theme is “Live Life Well.” The challenge is to encourage health and wellness in our homes, communities and schools and to inform individuals who don’t think better mental health is possible. MHA encourages the tools from Live Your Life Well,...
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According to the March of Dimes website, about 12.8 percent of babies in the U.S. are born prematurely. And the rate of premature birth has increased by 36 percent since the early 1980s. Premature birth is a serious health issue, and these babies are at a higher risk for newborn health complications like breathing...
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National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD) is a national initiative observed on March 10 each year to raise awareness of the growing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls. It’s an opportunity for organizations in the U.S. to come together and provide support, encourage discussion and educate women and girls about prevention, the...
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If you didn’t know, the last week in February is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. According to the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), the ultimate goal of this week is to prevent eating disorders and body image issues while lessening the stigma that surrounds eating disorders and improving access to treatment. Additionally, it is so...
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