How Your Gut Health Affects Your Whole Body
You’ve most likely heard “trust your gut instinct” a time or two; that eerie feeling that creeps up as a warning to hold your horses, even when you don’t really know why. Maybe it’s even
When to Talk With Your Doctor About Fertility
Many women spend years trying not to get pregnant only to find that when they are ready to start their family, nature has other plans for them. According to the Centers for Disease Control and
Met Your Deductible? Care to Consider Before 2019 is Out
Most of us ring in a new year hoping that we won’t have to meet the deductible on our healthcare insurance plans. But life happens and taking care of ourselves is important. If you have
Tips for Making Exercise a Habit
We all know that exercise is an important aspect of our health, especially since one in four Americans sit for more than eight hours a day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Seven Tips to Reduce Stress
Stress can be caused by a variety of issues including: finances, being unhappy in your job, death of a loved one, illness, poor time management and more. But no matter the cause, the results of
The Link Between Genetics and Breast Cancer
Every October we celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness month, a chance to celebrate survivors, mourn loved ones, encourage those who are still fighting and raise overall awareness of the disease. While it is well known that
Can You Decode These Myths about Perimenopause, Menopause and Postmenopause?
Menopause, perimenopause and postmenopause can be confusing. We spoke to an OB/GYN to help debunk common assumptions surrounding the three stages.
Cardiogenic Shock: What You Should Know
Maybe you’ve heard of a rare medical condition called cardiogenic shock and wondered exactly what it is. Simply put, it’s a form of heart failure where a less–than–adequate supply of blood is pumped from the
How a Lack of Sleep Affects Your Body
Boy, it sure can be a challenge to get a good night’s sleep these days. Maybe it’s because of our stretched-to-the-max schedules, our mounting stress, or our reliance on electronic devices. But regardless of the cause,
Get Walking for Heart Health
When Nancy Sinatra crooned the lyrics “these boots are made for walking, and that’s just what they’ll do,” she might have been protecting her romantic heart. But her advice can also do wonders for your