Posts by Wellness Editor

Wellness Tip: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) steals vision, but may be prevented by diet. Simple but effective nutritional changes can substantially lower risk. Carotenoids are phytochemicals found in certain fruits and vegetables. The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin accumulate in the eye as macular pigment to preserve visual acuity. The more lutein and zeaxanthin in your eyes, the less...
4/29/2020 7:00:00 AM
No one expects it to happen to them, but divorce strikes up to half of all marriages. The experience can be devastating on numerous fronts. You may feel challenged financially, emotionally, and even spiritually, depending on how entangled those aspects of your life were. The world may feel like it’s crumbling, and it’s okay to struggle while figuring it all out, but it’s also important during this...
4/29/2020 7:00:00 AM
Lung function slowly begins to decline after we hit 35 or so, which may make it harder for some people to breathe effectively as they age. And here we are with not only the pandemic but environmental factors challenging ur lungs more than ever before. But while you may not be able to preserve your 25-year-old lung capacity forever, there are ways to manage how gracefully your lungs age and even to...
4/28/2020 7:36:48 PM
Food might not be on your mind so much when you’re not feeling well, but proper nutrition is vital to good immune health. That means you need to eat — even when you don't want to. Some meal choices are better for you than others when you’re trying to fight off a nasty bug, though. Let's look at some foods that will help build health and recovery. Fruits Fruits contain a wealth of vitamins and minerals,...
4/23/2020 5:35:59 PM
Being creative is more than just fun; it’s actually good for us. Creativity might feel a little different for everyone, but its effects are universal. Being creative can make you happier and more productive, expanding your horizons and possibly even restructuring your brain. It may also be especially beneficial for the mental wellbeing of young people. Let's look at the benefits. Creativity Makes Us...
4/23/2020 7:00:00 AM
Food might not be on your mind so much when you’re not feeling well, but proper nutrition is vital to good immune health. That means you need to eat — even when you don't want to. Some meal choices are better for you than others when you’re trying to fight off a nasty bug, though. Let's look at some foods that will help build health and recovery. Fruits Fruits contain a wealth of vitamins and minerals,...
4/23/2020 7:00:00 AM
Feeling stuck? Missing people and places? Living in quarantine can wear thin and test the patience of even the most dedicated saints. Some people are finding their mood has begun to suffer—they've got the quarantine blues. Ready to pull your hair out and climb the walls? Or does a sense of melancholy have you in its grip? Not to be confused with clinical depression, the quarantine blues can take hold...
4/20/2020 7:00:00 AM
Migraine sufferers might soon have a new pathway to relief. New research has found a connection between the hypothalamus (a part of the brain that regulates hormones and the autonomic nervous system) and migraines. This may help identify more specific migraine triggers which could lead to finding the reasons behind the triggers and help prevent attacks for good.Check Out How the Hypothalamus Could...
4/17/2020 7:00:00 AM
Wellness Tip: Look to your spice rack for relief from osteoarthritis pain. They block the release of the neurotransmitter Substance P, which inflames joints and transmits pain impulses. Sprinkle cayenne into food dishes or apply it to painful areas with a capsaicin cream containing cayenne extract. Cook with fresh ginger root or take a ginger supplement— up to 2 grams per day in divided doses. Turmeric...
4/15/2020 7:00:00 AM
Looking to avoid harsh cleaners while still protecting the family against the novel coronavirus? You might be tempted to stick with a natural product, or even straight vinegar, to avoid the chemicals in traditional cleaners. But it’s important to make sure the cleaners you’re using are actually doing the job. Are vinegar and “green” cleaners enough to fight off COVID-19?It’s important to keep your...
4/13/2020 4:43:17 PM