Posts by Wellness Editor

SARS, MERS and COVID-19 have become household names for many of us during this pandemic, but what do we really know about them? Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) all originate from coronaviruses, a specific type of virus that features spiky proteins surrounding the surface of the virus. But they're not the same,...
5/21/2020 10:06:22 PM
As the pandemic rages on, the symptoms of the coronavirus only seem to get weirder and more varied. This isn’t an average bug; that much is for sure. Reports are coming in detailing all sorts of terrifying and bizarre new symptoms, leaving some people wondering what to expect next. And the list only continues to grow. Here are some of the other COVID-19 symptoms you may not have heard of. Blood Clots...
5/20/2020 7:32:07 PM
So many of us are struggling right now, searching through the darkness for that light at the end of the tunnel. Times might be tough, but a handful of unexpected heroes are working hard — often in unexpected ways — to bring smiles back into people’s lives. Teddy Bear Scavenger Hunt Have you noticed an unusual number of teddy bears sitting on display around your neighborhood? It might be more than decor...
5/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
Oatmeal — it’s cheap, easy to prepare and has a great shelf life. What’s more, it tastes great and is highly nutritious. That may be why it's the one whole grain that Americans love to eat, as reported by The Seattle Times. Americans consumed 4.8 pounds of oats per capita in 2018, a number that has held relatively steady over the past couple of decades. Why is this superfood a favorite for many? That's...
5/14/2020 7:00:00 AM
Rosacea, a common inflammatory skin condition, affects approximately 1 in 20 Americans. This chronic, incurable condition mostly affects the face, ears and chest, but it can spread to other areas as well. The symptoms, which include redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, skin thickening, acne-like breakouts, swelling and bumpy skin, are persistent, sometimes painful, and bothersome, causing many...
5/14/2020 7:00:00 AM
We’re still learning the long-term effects of COVID-19, but from what we do know, it can leave some people recovering for a long time. Severe infections can leave people with lasting lung damage, heart problems, blood clots, organ damage, muscle weakness and neurological issues.It’s important to have hope, especially after the world has thrown us so many recent curveballs, and we don't want to destroy...
5/13/2020 6:19:52 PM
We’re still learning the long-term effects of COVID-19, but from what we do know, it can leave some people recovering for a long time. Severe infections can leave people with lasting lung damage, heart problems, blood clots, organ damage, muscle weakness and neurological issues.It’s important to have hope, especially after the world has thrown us so many recent curveballs, and we don't want to destroy...
5/13/2020 6:19:49 PM
Are you drinking enough water? Dehydration can have serious effects on a person, affecting multiple systems in the body. But the long-term effects it can have on the brain are particularly scary.Research has shown dehydration can cause impaired performance, depressed mood, memory problems and structural changes to the brain that can be visualized on an fMRI. Over time, those changes, which include...
5/13/2020 5:48:15 PM
These little yummies are a real wonder. They have a ton of fiber, minerals, and vitamins not to mention protein. They're good for heart health, lowering cholesterol, and may even improve blood sugar and a number of other things. They can help us lose weight and they have an incredible shelf life. Legumes are an important part of human nutrition, packed with many of the nutrients our bodies need to...
5/13/2020 4:30:53 PM
A pessimistic personality can drive away loved ones, and, more seriously, it can drastically impact health — in a bad way. Unfortunately, recognizing that you have an attitude problem doesn’t necessarily result in an improved viewpoint, especially if this challenge is deeply rooted in anxiety, anger or depression.Most people don’t walk around with a permanent smile, but it should be concerning if you...
5/13/2020 7:00:00 AM