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by Wellness Editor We might be lucky enough to grow up surrounded by family and friends. But eventually, whether from a move, or a loss of contact, a new school or in our first apartment, we all experience loneliness. By all accounts, loneliness is impacting many Americans in epidemic proportions. Some say ts the single greatest mental health crisis of our time. Yet we don't really seem to take it seriously as a problem.... 10/25/2024 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor It’s natural to want to stay up to date on the news, especially when so much is currently going on in the world. With all of this uncertainty and worry, many people have come to a point where the weight of it all has become too heavy. But when we combine this restless worrisome uncertainty with a feeling of helplessness, we might begin to experience what's known colloquially a doomscrolling. “Doomscrolling”... 5/9/2025 4:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Only one girl receives an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis for every four boys. Most experts have long accepted that this is due to some genetic predisposition to the disorder that affects the two sexes differently, but there’s a good chance that doctors have gotten this all wrong—and they're starting to realize it. More and more adult women are now being diagnosed with autism, and their experiences... 1/10/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor As the cool, brisk winds start rolling in, so do, invariably, the sniffles and scratchy throats. But why does it feel like all the bugs seem to roll in like a fog as soon as cold weather hits? Does the cold really lower our immune resistance? We’re here to set the facts straight. Viruses Thrive in Cold, Dry Conditions So in some cases, the culprit really is the cold. Viruses appreciate cold, dry air.... 11/30/2023 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor The holidays are supposed to be a time of togetherness and gratitude, but they can be a double-edged sword for many of us. For what might be multiple reasons, an abnormally high number of people die from heart attacks during the holiday season nearly every year. We have a breakdown of the possible culprits so you can avoid them. We'd like to see you stick around for next year. Only Shovel Snow If You’re... 12/6/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Many have started to realize that our guts are complex biological systems filled with trillions of microscopic residents. This diverse array of bacteria live in cooperation with our bodies, working to keep our systems balanced and functioning—and in return, we offer them a place to live.Experts have warned for some time now that antibiotics can have harmful impacts on our gut health, but now they’re... 1/22/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Most people know that high blood pressure is a health risk and that blood pressure that drops too low can also be a problem. But what about when it bounces back and forth between the two extremes? It turns out that’s not good for you, either. And when it happens at a younger age, it may signal an increased risk of other health problems later in life. Why is Fluctuating Blood Pressure a Problem? The... 1/3/2025 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Miracle Mineral Supplement (MMS) has been marketed under several names, but all forms of the solution are industrial disinfectants that are far from healthy to consume. Users can suffer nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. MMS consumption has also caused acute liver failure in some cases.It goes by a handful of names, and its reported benefits are many, but nobody should be concentrating the actual product... 12/18/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Gritting or clenching our teeth when we’re angry or stressed isn’t uncommon. But the majority of people who grind their teeth don’t even realize they thy do it — because they do it in their sleep. Sometimes, our only indication of grinding our teeth might be that it wakes up our partner. But it can have serious implications for our dental health, even if we don't know we're doing it. Here's how to... 12/24/2024 5:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Over 647,000 Americans die from heart disease each year. Prevention is the key to a long and healthy life. Most of us know some of the most basic heart disease prevention steps, such as getting plenty of exercise and eliminating fatty foods from our diets. But the majority of us are still doing things that could harm our cardiovascular health without even realizing it. Check out these five surprising... 11/21/2024 5:00:00 AM
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