Grocery store trips continue to stress the wallet as inflationary pressures cause prices to increase on food and pantry items. It’s important to stay focused on healthy eating despite rising costs. With a little extra planning, your family can eat healthy…
In January, going on a diet is always a popular choice for the inevitable New Year’s resolutions. But which diet? With so many trends filling our social media feeds, we asked the experts at Memorial Wellness Center to separate fact from…
Sleep disruptions – too much sleep, not enough sleep or even sleep interrupted by dreams – are more likely to occur during times of stress. As you navigate managing stress, it’s also important to prioritize sleep. Sleep is key to…
Thanksgiving is a holiday famous for over-indulgence. The typical holiday meal usually spans several hours and can easily exceed a day’s worth of calories. But by making a few simple substitutions, you can reduce calorie and fat intake while still…
A new school year is quickly approaching, which means many kids are helping pick out a new backpack and gathering school supplies. For some children, going back to school can increase feelings of anxiety because they will be separating from…
When the power goes out with a refrigerator full of food, it’s a race against time to determine what can be saved and what has to be thrown out. The key is keeping the doors closed to keep the cool…
Summer is here, which means warmer weather, lots of outdoor physical activity and a risk of electrolyte imbalance. It is important to pay attention to body hydration especially in the summer months. “Water is always going to be the best…
Are buffalo gnats ruining these nice sunny spring days for you and your family? Whether you want to complete yard work, watch your favorite shortstop play ball or simply relax on the deck – these biting black flies can make…
When “measuring” our health, we often think of numbers – weight, body mass index and blood pressure. While these numbers offer important information about our physical state, you can also learn a lot about your health by paying attention to…
With Damar Hamlin’s frightening collapse and heart stoppage on the field Jan. 2 during the Monday Night Football game and Lisa Marie Presley’s untimely death Jan. 12 from cardiac arrest at the age of 54, the topic of heart health…