Health & Beauty

Based on current American Heart Association guidelines, nearly half of American adults have hypertension or what we commonly call high blood pressure. As the culprit behind 50 percent of heart attacks and up to 70 percent of strokes, hypertension can...

The number of mental health emergencies has been on the rise over the past few years. As a result, organizations, departments and individuals are learning new skills and educating themselves on best practices to better deal with these situations. Below...

You may have heard coaches and athletes talk about their VO2 MAX. Everything you need to know about this unique measurement is down below. Read on for more information. What is VO2 MAX? This is a measurement of the maximum...

It's no secret that a career in fitness has the potential to be very profitable. After all, lots of people seek advice and want guidance during training sessions from these types of professionals to improve their overall health and fitness. The...

There’s no wrong way to run. There are, however, ways to run that may be doing more harm than good. While running hosts numerous benefits—like improved metabolism, productivity, and sleep—overexerting yourself, skipping your warm up or cool down, or running...

May 6th is Digital Wellness Day. It is an opportunity to optimize your relationship with technology and those around you. Call it a motivator, catalyst, or excuse. It is a great chance to reflect on your current "digital well-being," and...

It’s not always easy to stay in shape. Between family, school and work responsibilities, it can be difficult to squeeze in time to workout. Luckily, walks are a convenient and easy way to stay physically and mentally healthy. Whether you...

Resilience, according to researcher Ann Masten, is the ability to bounce back from difficult and disruptive events through “the everyday magic of ordinary, normative human resources in the minds, brains, and bodies of children, in their families and relationships, and...

Unplugging is not all or nothing. It is about becoming aware, reflecting, finding balance, and having fun! National Day of Unplugging (March 4th) provides a great reason for us to connect with people in personal ways, engage in non-tech activities,...

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States. A whole food, plant-based (WFPB) diet low in sodium and free fats has been conclusively shown to reduce the risk of heart disease. Which foods are the...