The final work week of spring is over and now it’s summer! But if you found yourself stressed out, here’s some ways to wind down as we head into the weekend. First, make sure you say goodbye to work – log out of your e-mail and any work apps this weekend, turn off your computer…
If you have high blood pressure, your doctor will likely suggest going for walks to bring it down. But there may be a better option – and something you can do just as easily. Stretching. A new finding shows that those with hypertension show be stretching more. High blood pressure is a leading risk factor…
We’re gonna have a stretch of particularly hot, sunny weather is ahead of us – and when you head outside during the summer, it’s so important to keep your skin healthy. Here are some skin tips for the season: First and foremost – use sunscreen! Sunburns are never fun, and years of too much sun…
Yes, the heat wave is brutal. And hopefully you’ve got a working air conditioner. But is it working as well as it could be? There are a few things to be aware of. First, don’t constantly adjust the thermostat. Set it to the temp you want and forget it – if you drop it to…
The weekend is finally here! Your workweek is over, and you put 40 hours in – but if you worked more than that, it could have a negative effect on your health. Working too much increases your risk of stroke or heart attack – more than 55 hours a week increases risk by 35%. Plus,…
You know the benefits of exercise – it raises metabolism, it helps burn calories – and that’s after the workout is over to. But for how long? A new study shows it’s a bit longer than you might think – two full days! The study looked at those who don’t regularly work out and are…
Sitting in traffic is a way of life – and while that probably aggravates you, a new study shows that when traffic is moving freely, believe it or not, commuting could be good for our mental health! During the pandemic, experts found that for many who worked from home, they missed commuting – and it…
You go to the gym and you work out your arms, your legs, your back – you do lots of stretching and cardio – you’ve got your whole body covered. Except there’s one part of your body that you use all the time that you’re probably neglecting in a workout – your feet! There are…
You try your best to eat nutritiously…but are there some things you’re doing that aren’t helpful at all? Health experts have put together a list of nutrition myths – and top of the list is that fresh fruit is healthier than frozen. Sometimes canned stuff has added sugar – but whether it’s frozen or dried,…
Working out and building muscle isn’t just for show – it could help you live a longer, and healthier, life. A new study shows that regular muscle-strengthening can lead to a 10 to 20% lower risk of illnesses including cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. And the best part is all it takes is 30 to…