WEBE Wellness: Stay Safe During Tick Season

WEBE Wellness: Stay Safe During Tick Season

We’ve been hearing that this tick season is going to be a bad one in Connecticut. But that’s actually our own fault. If anything, it’s people season for the ticks! Because the weather is nice and we’re spending more time outside, venturing further into woodland and beach areas, we’re really encroaching on their territory. But…

WEBE Wellness: Gardening For Your Mental Health

WEBE Wellness: Gardening For Your Mental Health

Spring is here and your gardening season is about to begin. Aside from creating a sustainable addition to your meals, gardening is good for both your mental and physical health. But why is that? Researchers have been looking into it – and they’ve found there’s something about green environments which help with regular exercise. They…

WEBE Wellness: How To Become An Early Riser

WEBE Wellness: How To Become An Early Riser

If you’re a night owl, you probably think you could never be an early bird. Well, there are a few tricks that can turn you into a morning person: First – do it in stages, not at once. Go to bed a 15 minutes earlier each night to reset your internal clock little by little.…

WEBE Wellness: Getting Ready To Walk

WEBE Wellness: Getting Ready To Walk

Walking gets you where you need to go. But it’s also a great form of exercise. It’s joint-friendly, and it’s a low-intensity way to burn fat and maintain weight. But there are some steps to take before you head out the door for your walk, so you can help prevent injuries. First – make sure…

WEBE Wellness: Grow Your Brain With A Nap

WEBE Wellness: Grow Your Brain With A Nap

If someone ever gives you a hard time for taking a nap, just tell them you’re making your brain bigger! A new study found that our brains shrink as we age – and taking short naps can help prevent that. But the trick is not to nap for too long – just 15 minutes. The…