It’s difficult to observe a family member or friend’s concerning behavior. Perhaps they seem depressed or anxious – or go from extreme highs one day to sad and hopeless the next. Many of us feel inclined to reach out and…
Most of us look forward to holiday eating. After all, there are only a few days a year where you can overindulge and not feel quite so guilty. But for the 20 percent of adults who suffer from gastroesophageal reflux…
Making healthy choices shouldn’t stop because of a holiday, but we all can come up with creative excuses to put our health on hold. “Being healthy is a lifelong endeavor,” said Wendi Spitzig, medical weight-loss coordinator for Memorial’s Weight Loss…
Here’s Why Today is the Perfect Day to Start Eating Healthy You’ve wanted to have a healthier eating plan for a long time, but it always seems like you’re biting off more than you can chew. Rather than make a…
Nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes and another 79 million have prediabetes — and many of them don’t know it. People with prediabetes have blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed…
This is second in a two-part series on the important role consistency plays when raising children with ADHD, as part of October’s ADHD Awareness Month. Read part one. Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be challenging for the…
In today’s world of quick convenience and packaged food, eating gluten-free can be a challenge. It’s everywhere. Most breads, pastas, cereals, pizza, cakes and crackers all contain gluten. It’s also used as filler for many processed foods. Gluten itself is…
Raising a child with behavior issues can be challenging. There can be tantrums, disrespect toward parents and teachers, disregard for rules and refusal to do what is asked. Parents can become frustrated and unsure of what to do to help…
When it comes to health concerns, sleep is something we tend to take for granted. We’ll stay up late to catch a talk show, read just one more chapter or finish a few more things around the house—and we’re not…
For many of us, a summer tan is like a gold medal—something we work the whole season to achieve, and, when we get it, we proudly show it off. Unfortunately, with a great tan comes great responsibility. Ultraviolet (UV) light…