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New US Dietary Recommendations Provide a Blueprint for Healthy Eating

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA )and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued new dietary guidelines this week, providing a guiding blueprint for Americans and their nutritional nee...

What is Food Insecurity and Why is it Such a Problem Now for So Many?

While many health experts and government officials are rightfully focused on controlling the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is another huge problem that millions of Americans are facing as a resul...

About to Get Your Second COVID-19 Shot? How to Manage the Side Effects

Every day, thousandsร‚ย of Americans are receiving their second shot of the coveted COVID-19 vaccine. For most people, the second shot is what triggers the more severe side effects. While some people rep...

Exploring the Lessons Learned as a Result of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Looking back over the last year, it is clear that the world has learned some important lessons as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This global health crisis has put the spotlight on health and wellness whi...

Spring Has Sprung and So Have Seasonal Allergies. Or is it COVID-19?

It is that time of the year again. Everything is in bloom, sending seasonal allergy sufferers scrambling to find relief from the elements of spring. What was once an accepted nuisance by many is now soundi...

How What You Fuel Your Body With Can Affect Your Body's Immune Function

How you choose to nourish your body has far-reaching effects that go well beyond your waistline measurements. What you eat can also have significant effects on the function of your body's immune system....

Working From Home: How to Stay Healthy and Happy

There are many people who are now working from home, whether due to COVID-19 or by personal choice. While working from home offers some benefits, like less exposure to germs and saving on commuting costs, it can also come with...

Prediabetes is on the Rise - Why This is Happening and What Can be Done

According to recent data published in JAMA Pediatrics, a new study reveals that the incidence of prediabetes has more than doubled since the year 1999. The new figures detail that 28% of individuals b...

Understanding the Major Symptoms and Causes of High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure has been dubbed a silent killer by many healthcare professionals. Also known as hypertension, high blood pressure is often an invisible illness because of the lack of overt warning signs....