Mental and emotional health is an important part of your overall well-being, feeling good about yourself, and having great relationships with others. (more…)
Healthy Living
How to Build a Personal Support System
Every now and then we all could use a helping hand. Support from family, friends, and others plays a vital role in our mental and physical health. (more…)
How Helping Others Can Improve Your Health
Study shows that volunteering can improve your physical and mental health.
You probably know that a nutritious diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding bad habits like smoking or consuming excessive alcohol can help you live a longer and healthier life; however, you may not know (more…)
10 Ways To Avoid Your Afternoon Slump
Change your approach to productivity and let the results speak for themselves
By the time 3:00pm hits, my body starts telling me that to check out. Despite my high motivation and earnest desire to (more…)
Boost Your Brain Power
The most important organ in your body—your brain—needs workouts and attention to keep it healthy; learning new subjects, tackling new challenges, and engaging in new experiences are excellent ways to exercise you brain. (more…)
Breathing Modulates Brain Activity and Mental Function
The rhythm of breathing co-ordinates electrical activity across a network of brain regions associated with smell, memory, and emotions, and can enhance their functioning, according to a new study by researchers at Northwestern University. (more…)
Afternoon Naps Could Improve Cognitive Function
Research suggests that an hour long nap after lunch could help boost memory in older adults. As we age, our cognitive functioning gradually declines, meaning that we start having problems recalling names, learning new things, or (more…)
What You Should Know About Growing Older
The current trend for older adults shows that this population is living longer and healthier than ever before in history leading to drastic growth in this sector. As we age it is important to think of ourselves as a whole and strive for fulfillment (more…)
Tips for Successful Aging
As we age moderate declines in overall functioning is normal. An individual naturally compensates for these declines. Nonetheless there are a few steps to stay proactive concerning prevention.
Stay on top of all medications
Prescription drugs, over the counter medicine, vitamins, and herbal remedies should all be kept track of (dosages & frequency)
Keep an up to date list. Make co...
Live Tobacco Free
Although tobacco use is the largest preventable cause of death in the United States, only about 30 percent of colleges have tobacco-free policies in place. (more…)