Four Hidden Signs of Vision Problems in Kids
As summer winds down, families of school-aged children scramble to get backpacks, clothes and other supplies ready for the new school year. But one of the most important yet often overlooked necessities is healthy vision. As children grow and change from year to year, so do their eyes and vision. School demands intense visual involvement. It doesn’t matter if […]
Gastroparesis Traveling Tips
Gastroparesis is a disorder in which the stomach empties too slowly, causing nausea, vomiting, pain, bloating, fullness, and/or reflux. There are very few effective treatments for the condition, so most patients rely on careful adherence to dietary and lifestyle modifications to minimize symptoms. While managing gastroparesis at home can be difficult, traveling poses an even […]
Gastroparesis Prevention & Management Tips
There are lots of things that affect health and illness. Some you cannot control, but some you can. Beyond making healthy lifestyle choices, having gastroparesis will likely push you to always be looking for what does and does not help, hurt, and work best for you. It’s not always easy but sorting this out can […]
Best Healthy Snacks On The Go
If you’re on the go and often find you’re buying junk food when you stop for gas or eating a bit too many of the donuts someone brought to the office, consider taking healthy snacks with you or having them on hand for those times you’re starved, but lunch or dinner is hours away. When […]
Support Your Local Farmer and Eat Healthy in the Process
Whether it’s summertime or in the winter, there’s always something you can get from your local farmer that will help you eat healthy at a reasonable price. The cheapest way to eat is using in-season fruits and vegetables for your meals. If you live in a colder climate, where nothing seems to grow in the […]
Simple Ways To Keep Your Remote Workforce Healthy And Productive
Change in the way people work has occurred rapidly recently. More and more people are working remotely, whether from home or from a distant on-site location. Even though you don’t have direct physical contact with your staff, it’s still important to find ways to help keep your remote workforce healthy and productive. Everyone wants a […]
Make This Summer a Fitness Challenge
What is a summer fitness challenge? It’s a program where you make changes that add up to a fitter, healthier body. You don’t have to do everything at once, either. Start by eating healthier. Summer is a great time to load up on fresh fruits and vegetables. They’re less expensive and readily available. Make it […]
20 Summer Savings Tips
It’s safe to say summer 2020 is going to be different than any other. “Make sure you stay at least 6 feet away from your friends in the pool, Timmy!” That is, if swimming pools are even open—who knows? One thing we do know is that COVID-19 has changed what your typical summer would usually look like. […]
Sarcoma Symptoms, Causes, and Risks Factors
Symptoms Signs and symptoms of sarcoma include: A lump that can be felt through the skin that may or may not be painful Bone pain A broken bone that happens unexpectedly, such as with a minor injury or no injury at all Abdominal pain Weight loss Causes It’s not clear what causes most sarcomas. In […]
UV Radiation Safety
Taking steps to protect yourself from the sun is a year-round responsibility. Protect yourself and others from the sun with shade, a shirt, or sunblock (SPF 15+) all year long. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a form of non-ionizing radiation that is emitted by the sun and artificial sources, such as tanning beds. While it has some benefits […]