When a loved one or a close friend is struggling with a problem that he or she won’t address, you want to do everything that you can to help. However, people are often very defensive when confronted with their own harmful behaviors and may altogether deny that they have a problem. Alternatively, they may acknowledge that [...]
As you begin your family, choosing a doctor to satisfy you and your kids’ needs can be intimidating. You do not want to settle for anyone, but you also can’t be too picky. Listed below are tips on finding the perfect family doctor for you. Choosing a doctor to satisfy you and your kids’ needs [...]
As a parent, you do not have to wait for the Children’s Dental Health Month to look into your child’s dental health. You taught your children the basic fundamentals of dental health practices, such as brushing their teeth twice a day and flossing every day. While practicing proper dental hygiene is crucial for your child’s oral [...]
Have you started your day full of energy only to end it lagging and struggling to finish? You take a nap hoping things will get better and you are more tired than before. To make matters even worse, you start feeling feverish and realize you’re not just tired: You’re sick! Everyone gets sick but some people [...]
Everyone is talking about Coronavirus and it is taking a toll on our mental health. Thinking, living, and dealing with the situations caused by this virus has increased feelings of depression, stress, and anxiety. One of the side effects of these increased feelings is reduced sleep quality and overall sleep time. Thinking, living, and dealing [...]
More than 50 million Americans experience an allergy of some form each year, which means that there’s never been a better time to educate yourself on the allergies out there. Allergies can make even simple tasks, like going out for a meal or spending time outdoors, a challenge, and whilst there isn’t a definitive cure for [...]
A healthy smile is a beautiful smile because you're free from toothaches, gum pains, eye-sore creating teeth stains, and other dental defects. That's why dental experts never get tired of educating people about proper dental hygiene. So, if you have a toothache or any oral pain, or discomfort, visit a Wheat Ridge Dentist immediately. That being [...]
Change is never easy, especially when it’s your own body. Your body and experiences are all unique, and when it comes to menopause, this has the potential to make you feel frustrated and alienated. It can be difficult to tell where to even begin when addressing your evolving body. You may feel like you don’t even [...]
Work has always had a negative relationship with personal health. No matter what your job is, you’re probably exposed to a wide range of factors that can affect your health. You might think a desk job doesn’t have any risks, but that’s not exactly true. The most common thing you might have is stress, and that [...]
There’s no denying of the fact that all of us are always looking for cheaper methods to improve the quality of life. CBD, which stands for cannabidiol, is a compound that a lot of people come across online. CBD is an active ingredient of the cannabis plant, which is consumed by more than 160 million people [...]
What is Mindfulness? The Greater Good Science Center defines Mindfulness as “maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment.” In order to successfully practice mindfulness, it’s important to cultivate a calm and non-judgmental state of mind. A form of positive aging, mindful aging provides older adults with a means of [...]
Students are increasingly strapped for time, with constraints like part-time jobs, buoyant social lives and the demands of their university courses all taking away from their free time. This means that they often neglect their mental and physical wellbeing, leaving them drained and prone to stress. With the number of students experiencing stress ‘alarming high’ in [...]
Just as people make appointments for regular doctor visits with their primary care physician, they should schedule consistent visits to the dentist’s office as well. A doctor of oral health, also known as a dentist, is one of the most crucial healthcare professionals someone can visit. Poor oral hygiene, avoiding the dentist, or making infrequent visits to [...]
Chamomile is one of the oldest and most widely used medicinal plants in the world. It has a long history of use, dating back to ancient Greek and Roman times. In fact, the name Chamomile is thought to derive from the Greek words ‘chamae’ meaning ‘dwarf/low growing/creeping’, and ‘mēlon’, meaning tree fruit or apple (due to [...]
Thanksgiving Day's arrival is a signal that the holiday season is truly here. Families and friends gather not only to give thanks for what they have but undoubtedly to overindulge with a veritable feast of stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, pie, and, of course, turkey ... all paired with copious amounts of wine. Anyone who's celebrated [...]
CBD is Growing in Popularity CBD seems to be popping up everywhere—from online to health & beauty stores to gas stations—and it doesn’t look like CBD products are going away anytime soon. Nor should they. Since the 2018 Farm Act passed, the legalization of hemp-derived CBD has ignited a surge in CBD brands and CBD products [...]
Everything humans do affects the planet, even when the action itself seems insignificant. Similarly, every choice you make determines your physical, mental and emotional health. The human body and Earth share a complicated connection, but one thing is sure — they both require support. Focusing on your wellness doesn't mean you have to neglect your environmentalist [...]
Addiction and substance abuse are challenging and complicated conditions to heal. Approximately 10% of the US population struggle with addiction. If someone in your world needs help with substance abuse, they have several levels of care and treatment to consider. This summary of addiction treatment options may help highlight the best path for your situation. [...]
There are countless reasons why you may choose to travel: adventure, exploration, relaxation, you name it. However, have you ever thought about traveling to heal? There are hundreds of natural healing places around the world. These are the kinds of places that will recharge your batteries and help you release some of the stress that has [...]
Substance abuse is not a new problem in the U.S. or indeed the world. A report by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) shows that there were 17.7 million Americans aged 12 years and above battling one form or another of substance abuse disorders in 2017. Many roads can lead to alcohol and [...]
It’s a tough thing to swallow or come to terms with, but it seems that stress and anxiety have become “normal” parts of the modern lifestyle. Everywhere you look nowadays, people seem to be in a hurry, they seem burdened with chores and personal as well as professional challenges, and nobody seems to be able to [...]
Eating a diet full of nutrient-rich foods like dark leafy green vegetables, whole grains, and organic fruits can help optimize your overall health. When you get the recommended daily amounts of vitamins and minerals you should feel alert and energized. However, even the most health-conscious individuals may be able to benefit from taking supplements. Here are [...]
While Christmas season is often seen as a time of joy, love, and giving, it can also bring a lot of stress. Holiday-related stress is actually quite common, especially considering the increase of financial and emotional stress in people's lives. This stress is one of the major factors why cardiovascular problems are also more common. Aside [...]
Adulthood is not easy, there’s no denying that. You have to make money and pay your bills, which means that you have to go out to work five days a week. If you don’t particularly enjoy the job that you do on a daily basis, you could be liable to suffer from work-based mental health problems [...]
