Did you know that August was Kids Eat Right Month? The holiday was started by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Academy Foundation in an effort to arm parents with the tools and knowledge to raise healthy kids who grow up to be healthy adults. Programs focus on smart shopping, healthy eating, and […]
International Overdose Awareness Day
August 1st is International Overdose Awareness Day; a day to raise awareness and commemorate loved ones who have died from a drug overdose. According to the CDC, over 70,000 Americans died from a drug-involved overdose in 2019 alone. That number reflects the fact our nation is currently suffering from a serious opioid epidemic. Losing a […]
Benefits of Co-Parenting (And How to Do It)
When two people decide to separate or divorce, the first question they usually must answer is, “What’s best for the children?” Well, according to the Third International Conference on Shared Parenting, co-sponsored by the National Parents Organization and the International Council on Shared Parenting, children need both parents in their life, no matter how those […]
Safe Lifting Tips to Remember When Putting Away the Holiday Decorations
The holiday season is fully upon us; a time to buy and give presents, eat decadent foods, and maybe even sing a few carols by a fire. And when all of the festivities are over, it will be time to pack up the boxes and boxes of decorations and store them away once again! But […]
3 Foods That Help with Menstrual Cramps (And 3 To Stay Away From)
When it’s “that time of the month,” do you experience intense cramping? If so, you might be like a lot of other women who turn to over-the-counter medications for pain relief. But OTC pain relievers often come with nasty side effects such as indigestion and even ulcers. A far more natural way to deal with […]
How Anger Affects the Family
As young people, we learn to interact with others based on how our family members interact with each other. Once these communication patterns become established in our young minds, it’s hard to change them as adults. This means that any relational patterns that include angry outbursts or aggressive behaviors are apt to appear in our […]
How to Help Your Kids Develop Healthy Habits
Every parent wants their child to grow up to be as healthy as possible. Sadly, rates of childhood obesity in this country have skyrocketed, increasing over 800% since 1982. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obese youths have a far more likely chance of developing heart disease and high cholesterol as they […]
What is Disordered Eating and How Can Therapy Help?
Disordered eating, also referred to as “eating disorders,” is a behavioral condition that is characterized by disturbances in eating behaviors. These behaviors are usually associated with distressing thoughts and emotional patterns. Disordered eating can be a very serious condition that affects someone’s physical and psychological functioning and well-being. The most common forms of disordered eating […]
3 Delicious Brain Foods to Keep Your Mind Healthy
When you think about it, your brain is a pretty important organ. In fact, it’s like the CEO of your body’s corporation. So it’s important you do all you can to keep it healthy and working optimally. When it comes to the health of our brain, diet cannot be overlooked. There are certain foods that […]
What is Social Anhedonia?
When you boil life down to its very essence, you’ll find what’s left is a series of human emotions. All of the experiences in our life come with emotion, whether it’s joy, sadness, anger, or anxiety. That’s why so many people choose to do everything they can to avoid situations that bring pain and only […]
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