Mental Health

May 5, 2021
Mental Health, Prevention and Wellness
The Surprising Link Between Mental Health and Heart Disease

The connection between mental health and heart disease is nothing new to health care professionals. Doctors have long known that behaviors associated with certain mental health disorders can...
May 3, 2021
Mental Health, Prevention and Wellness
Identifying Depression Warning Signs and What to Do Next

Everybody has those days when they feel down in the dumps. But it’s important to know the difference between a few glum days and signs of something more serious. It’s important to...
April 7, 2021
Exercise and Fitness, Lifestyle Medicine, Mental Health, Nutrition, Prevention and Wellness
What is Lifestyle Medicine?

On your list of goals, improved eating habits and fitness will likely always have a place. However, when was the last time these issues were addressed at your doctor’s appointment? While much...
March 24, 2021
Exercise and Fitness, Lifestyle Medicine, Mental Health, Nutrition, Prevention and Wellness
Staying Healthy and Active While at Home

Physical health is essential to combat the stress and demands of today’s climate, but it can be difficult to stay healthy when access to public recreational facilities and gyms are limited....
March 22, 2021
Exercise and Fitness, Lifestyle Medicine, Mental Health, Nutrition, Prevention and Wellness
Can Stress Lead to Heart Disease?

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., impacting both men and women, and most racial and ethnic groups. While high blood pressure and high cholesterol are key risk factors...
January 25, 2021
Mental Health, Prevention and Wellness
The Power of Gratitude: What Happens to Your Brain When You’re Thankful

“What are you grateful for?” That’s a question many Americans ask and answer at Thanksgiving. However, the power of gratitude is far too valuable to reserve for the holidays....
November 25, 2020
Exercise and Fitness, Lifestyle Medicine, Mental Health, Nutrition, Prevention and Wellness
6 Holiday Stress Tips to Protect Your Health

Many of us love the holiday season, but for others, the light and joy is overshadowed by stress and anxiety. This has been a challenging year, so the adage of trying to juggle work, purchase...
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February 5, 2020
Mental Health, Prevention and Wellness
Stress and the Heart: How Are They Connected?

There is a definite connection between stress and the heart. We all need some stress in our lives in order to function. For example, fear and stress help us react when we’re in dangerous...