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Aging gracefully is about more than just adding years to life — it’s about adding life to years. For seniors, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for preserving independence, boosting energy, and improving overall well-being. Yet, staying motivated and consistent with healthy habits can sometimes feel overwhelming. Thankfully, technology is transforming how seniors approach wellness….
By Payton Tholstrup Photo from Canva Mental health is influenced by more than what is happening in someone’s mind. Melissa Petesch, licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Rosewood Therapeutic Services in Clay Center, shared that the medications we take, the foods we eat, the people we spend time with, and our daily habits can…
FOUNTAIN HILLS, Ariz. – May 15 was “Bike to Work Day,” an annual event to promote a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. We found one worker who is outpacing most others by a long shot. What we know: Most people might ride their bike to work a few miles a couple of times a week. We…
Hundreds of officials from the World Health Organization will join donors and diplomats in Geneva from Monday with one question dominating their thoughts – how to cope with crises from mpox to cholera without their main funder, the United States. Source link
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – Nearly 700 women turned out on Saturday morning for the annual Lexington Medical Center Heart & Sole Women’s Five Miler. The event has been around for more than 20 years, and has encouraged the power of a healthy lifestyle. There is a particular focus on preventing heart disease. It was co-founded…
The national capital is facing a sharp rise in hypertension cases, driven by lifestyle factors and environmental stressors. According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5, 2019–21), the prevalence of hypertension in Delhi has reached 28 per cent—32.8 per cent in men and 24.1 per cent in women. Experts attribute the rise to sedentary routines,…
By Katie Morrison, Tribune intern Over 90% of serotonin, a hormone that regulates mood and contentment, is produced in the gut, not the brain, says Dr. Lynn Horton, a family practitioner with nearly 40 years of experience. She says many good hormones are produced in the stomach, so without proper food and gut health, the…
Known for its brand-name dupes and wallet-friendly prices, Aldi might very well be one of the most beloved grocery stores around. The supermarket chain is teeming with pantry staples, seasonal goodies, and of course–snacks! But if you’re looking for healthier options to elevate your snack stash, consider these dietitian-approved items. Whether you prefer sweet or…
Washington, D.C., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ahead of the American Psychiatric Association’s (APA) Annual Meeting in Los Angeles, the organization released poll data today revealing that two-thirds of Americans are anxious about current events happening around the world. The poll also reports on attitudes towards mental health and work-related sources of anxiety. Each…
NEW YORK, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Complement 1, a health tech startup transforming cancer care through personalized lifestyle medicine, today announced a $16 million oversubscribed seed funding round led by Owl Ventures and Blume Ventures. The company is emerging from stealth to launch the first tech-enabled, clinically validated lifestyle modification platform for cancer…